Competition Number

2024-3634-004

Job Type

Full-time Permanent

Hours

1.00 FTE

Classification

OT

Department

Rehabilitation

Salary

$43.3764 to $51.3676 per hour

As per CUPE LOCAL 3634 Collective Agreement

Closing Date

Thursday, May 2, 2024

THIS JOB OPPORTUNITY IS ONLY OPEN TO CURRENT INTERNAL LAKE OF THE WOODS DISTRICT HOSPITAL EMPLOYEES

Description

The CSROT isprimarily focused on assessing and treating patients who have experienced a stroke within the last year to either return to or successfully remain at home. The CSROT plans and implements occupational therapy assessments and interventions for individuals either in hospital or at a patient’s home, and coordinates home visits, including arranging for any equipment required, with the patient and or family and with other team members.

If this opportunity sounds like a great fit for you and you meet most of the essential qualifications we are looking for, we encourage you to apply and provide us more details about why you think you would be a great fit. We cannot make any promises, but we will consider your qualifications and the potential you bring. LWDH is dedicated to ongoing professional development and continuing education opportunities to enhance skillsets and working experience.

Why Work with LWDH? In this position, there are many benefits to joining our team:

• 3 weeks paid vacation
• Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan enrolment, one of Canada’s largest defined benefit pension plans that includes inflation protections, survivor benefits, buyback options, and early retirement
• Desjardin Group Life Insurance coverage that includes life insurance, and short/long-term disability coverage
• Green Shield Canada extended health benefits for single and family including dental/orthodontic services, prescription, health services, vision, hospital accommodation, etc.
• Access to staff physiotherapy, onsite gym, Employee Assistance Program, staff wellness initiatives, and much more!

Qualifications

• Must be a member in good standing with the College of OT of Ontario
• Must be a graduate of a certified and accredited University with a Bachelor or Master’s degree in OT
• Authorizer status for ADP mobility devices required
• Previous experience in physical medicine preferred
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills and ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Current certification in BCLS and demonstrated ongoing competence through annual re-certification
• Demonstrated knowledge of computers and Windows-based software programs/keyboarding skills
• Familiarity with all Occupational Therapy equipment and supplies, and ability to coordinate management and maintenance of Occupational therapy equipment and supplies
• Independent clinical problem-solving skills, ability to organize and prioritize work within time constraints, and demonstrated sound judgment, and initiative
• Demonstrated ability to effectively perform physical Medicine Occupational Therapy assessments and analyses, and to coordinate implementation of prioritized OT interventions utilizing available supports including family, staff and students
• Must demonstrate a tactful, empathetic, and caring patient approach, and encourage independence
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize duties/projects, multi-task, and work independently in a fast-paced environment with constant demands
• Physically capable of frequent bending, stretching, and lifting and of assisting heavy-needs patients with bed mobility, transfers, ambulation, and exercise program. Must be able to stand and walk the major portion of the day
• Demonstrated record of good performance, punctuality and reliable attendance record
• Class G drivers license, access to a reliable vehicle with and ability to travel to various locations within catchment area

Please apply through the online application process via https://lwdh.talentpoolbuilder.com/

We thank all applicants for their interest but advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. First consideration will be given to current internal employees of LWDH.

Qualified applicants may be considered for other comparable positions or within the same classification other than this posted position.

Please prepare your application in accordance with the qualifications posted in the job advertisement. Applications will be screened based on the posted qualifications.

LWDH is committed to the principles of equity, diversity, and inclusion and belongingness in our operations, throughout our workplace, and seeks to employ individuals who are committed to and value these principles.

We believe in and promote the rights of all persons with disabilities as outlined in the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA 2005) and its related Accessibility Standards Regulations. To meet this responsibility, LWDH will make appropriate accommodations, including alternative formats available. Please inform Human Resources of any accommodation(s) at any point throughout the recruitment and selection process to ensure your equal participation.

LWDH values the importance of creating a workplace that reflects the population it serves and promotes the representation of the Employment Equity groups as outlined by the Employment Equity Act (1993). Applicants are encouraged to self-declare at the time of application.

For more information or to request an accommodation please contact the Human Resources Department at 807-468-9861 ext. 2393