Occupational Therapist

Overview

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CA $33.57/hr - CA $49.54/hr

Lifemark Physiotherapy Bell Farm Road
, Permanent Full-Time
115 Bell Farm Road (Unit 102), Barrie, ON

• Signing Bonus Included*

• Provide comprehensive, evidence-based Occupational Therapy services to clients
• Apply clinical expertise and professional competence in the assessment, intervention, consultation, case management, discharge planning, education, and follow-up of clients
• Perform clinical evaluations, including admission assessments, ADL assessments, specialized seating and positioning assessments
• Identify appropriate equipment needs with initiation of recommendations
• Consult with local vendors regarding equipment trials and complete applications/funding letters to Ministry of Health, insurance agencies and other funding parties
• Provide education on seating and positioning, independence with activities of daily living, wheelchairs and adaptive aides, and ongoing education to clients and family to improve function, independence and safety
• Provide ongoing evaluation of restraint use, wound prevention, falls, and injury prevention
• Record assessment and treatment interventions in the client’s chart
• Excel in a collaborative, inter-disciplinary team environment
• Exhibit sound professional judgment

• Registered and in good standing with the College of Occupational Therapists in your province
• 1-3 years of experience as an Occupational Therapist is preferred (New grads are encouraged to apply)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Knowledge of current Occupational Therapy standards, modalities and scope of practice; or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience
• Newly Licensed Graduates are accepted
• Valid Driver's License and reliable vehicle may be required
• In some cases, Valid Vulnerable Sector screening check
• In some cases, Proof of Tuberculin (2-Step Mantoux Test) clearance (within 6 months)

• Clinical experience is an asset in areas such as brain injury/neurological rehabilitation, mental health, musculoskeletal/orthopedic injury, home safety, ergonomics and/or return to work
• Passion for your profession and commitment to ongoing professional development
• Superior interpersonal relations, communication, problem-solving, time management, computer and documentation skills
• Proficiency in computer skills
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively as a member of a multidisciplinary team
• Bilingualism - French and English are assets

We believe that when our team members thrive, our patients feel the difference. Lifemark offers support to build a fulfilling career, with opportunities to explore interests and create a path. You can develop your clinical skills and entrepreneurial spirit through collaboration and mentorship from a network of industry leaders, expand into specialized areas, or advance into leadership positions.

• High earning potential with support to build a caseload based on your clinical interests
• $1500 annual learning and development allowance (based on employment status)
• Team culture that values collaboration, learning, and shared success
• Centralized support so you can focus on care, not administration
• Robust onboarding and supervised new grad program
• Ongoing mentorship to support clinical skills development
• Support for specialized services including pelvic health and vestibular rehabilitation
• Opportunities for management roles, including Clinic Director and Regional Manager positions
• Job mobility, with relocation options across a national network

• Flexible health benefits – medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family
• Paid wellness and vacation days
• Employee Share Ownership Program (Shoppers Drug Mart) – a 25% company match of up to 5% of your base salary
• 30% employee discount at Shoppers Drug Mart
• Corporate discount at Good Life Fitness, Workperks, and employee assistance program
• Unlimited referral rewards – up to $5000 per successful hire