Occupational Therapist - Integrated Chronic Care Services

Nova Scotia Health and IWK Health·Fall River, Nova Scotia

CA$38 - CA$51/hrPart Time Temporary On Site 2-5 yrsPosted 1 day ago

Occupational Therapist - Integrated Chronic Care Services · CA$38 - CA$51/hr

How this role compares

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+8% vs. median posted rate for allied health roles in Fall River, Nova Scotia (CA$35.75/hr)

33 similar openings in Nova Scotia · median CA$38.43/hr

15 days median time this employer’s postings stay open (last 90 days)

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this role: CA$38.43/hrmedian CA$35.75/hr

Shaded band: the middle 50% of posted allied health roles in Fall River, Nova Scotia rates. This role sits in the 75th percentile.

About the role

Pay for this role is about 8% above the Fall River, Nova Scotia median for allied health roles.

The Occupational Therapist provides individualized assessments, treatment, and care coordination for patients with complex chronic conditions within an interdisciplinary team. They also develop group-based programs and contribute to quality improvement initiatives to optimize patient functional health.

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226110Location:

Central
Zone,
Integrated
Chronic
Care
Service
Department:
PHC
CZ
CDW
ICCSType of
Employment: Casual Hourly PT long-assignment (50%) x 1
Union: NSGEU Healthcare PositionPosting

Closing Date

9-Sep-26About the Opportunity Please note: This position requires the successful incumbent to strictly adhere to Integrated Chronic Care Services (ICCS) scent-free free policy. The ICCS provides comprehensive assessments and care planning for individuals with complex chronic conditions and multi-morbidities such as: environmental illness, chronic fatigue syndrome, fibromyalgia and Post-COVID-19 Syndrome. The ICCS model is based on the premise that chronic disease outcomes are better managed by addressing the needs of the whole person with a focus on self-management support, with a particular focus on behaviour change. With a team of interdisciplinary health care professionals, we integrate the physical, psychosocial and environmental needs of individuals by focusing on the person instead of the disease(s)/condition(s), improving functional health and quality of life. Our care team includes: physicians, occupational therapists, nurse practitioners, registered nurse, licensed practical nurse, clinical therapist and dietitian with support from an admin team.The Occupational Therapist (OT) works as an interdisciplinary team member in collaboration with patients, caregivers and families to facilitate, restore and/or maintain patients’ optimal level of function in the areas of self-care, productivity and leisure. Responsibilities of the Occupational Therapist (OT) include:

provide individualized OT assessment, consultation, treatment, evaluation, and follow-up.

collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to develop comprehensive care plans to support optimal functional health and quality of life for patients based on patient identified goals.

provide care coordination to ensure seamless care delivery and monitor/evaluate team-based care plans.

develop/facilitate group-based programs to address self-management and functional well-being of patient population.

manage a busy caseload and use clinical judgement and decision-making skills to prioritize issues on a daily basis.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy and be registered with the College of Occupational Therapists of Nova Scotia (COTNS). Additionally, BCLS certification and experience in motivational interviewing and behaviour change theory are required.

bachelor degree
Mentorship
Communication skills
Care coordination
Quality improvement
Interpersonal skills
Patient assessment
Occupational therapy
Motivational interviewing
Care planning
Clinical judgement
Interdisciplinary collaboration
Group facilitation
Behaviour change theory

Benefits

Dental insurance
Life insurance
Defined benefit pension plan
Health insurance
Long-term disability insurance
Travel insurance

Posting details

Employment type: Part Time, Temporary
Work arrangement: On Site
Experience: 2-5 yrs
Salary: CA$38 - CA$51/hr
Location: Fall River, Nova Scotia
Posted: Sep 1, 2026
Closes: Sep 10, 2026
Application: Employer website

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