Occupational Therapist - Orillia, Canada - Bayshore HealthCare

Description

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Bayshore HealthCare is one of the Canada's leading providers of home and community health care services and is a privately owned company. Bayshore HealthCare is proud to showcase its achievement as a Platinum member of Canada's Best Managed Companies Program every year since 2006. In 2015, Bayshore achieved the designation for Best Practice Spotlight Organization from the Registered Nurses' Association of Ontario. Bayshore Healthcare is also recognized as Canada's Best Employers in Forbes 2023 list.
The Occupational Therapist, under the direction of the Clinical Manager – Rehabilitation- GTA, is responsible for completion of professional activities that include: assessment, treatment, education, and management of clients requiring Occupational Therapy intervention, in accordance with professional standards.
What does a typical day look like?

• Responsible for the assessment of clients, establishment and ongoing evaluation and revision of treatment programs, including goals and discharge plans.
• Maintains current accurate clinical records according to standards set by College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario. Documents assessment results, goals, treatment, client progress and discharge plans.
• Collaborates with other members of the health team as needed.
• Communicated pertinent information and recommendations to clients/care providers and provides education regarding treatment strategies as needed.
• Observes the performance of those assisting in the Occupational Therapy program and provides guidance as necessary
• Adhere to Bayshore Therapy & Rehab Policies and Procedures
• Participate in quality activities and continuous improvement initiatives in keeping with the company's Quality Management System
• Participate in proactive Health & Safety activities while performing all duties. Responsible to notify immediate Supervisor of any Health & Safety risks or concerns.
• Complete other tasks as requested
  

What qualifications are required?

• Maintain active standing and registered with College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario.
• Valid G License and access to reliable vehicle.
• Masters Degree or recognized equivalent in Occupational Therapy.
• Three years of experience providing Occupational Therapy services.
• ADP Authorizer
• Experience with in-home assessments and treatments; knowledge of auto insurance and the legal system, particularly medical/legal report writing is an asset.
  

Bayshore is committed to a high quality and safe environment for both our staff and clients/patients. Dependent upon Provincial government regulations, and the position being applied for, new hires may be required to provide proof of vaccination against illnesses such as COVID-19, Hepatitis, Seasonal Flu etc. Please speak with the recruiter for Provincial and/or position specific requirements.
Medical exemptions or any other kinds of requested exemptions based upon Human Rights Code will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
Bayshore operates in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, and applicable Provincial Human Rights Codes.
Primary Location
ON-Orillia