Occupational Therapist - Hamilton, Canada - Hamilton Health Sciences

Description

Unit Summary

The Short Stay Medical Unit (SSMU) is a 10 bed unit located at the Juravinski Hospital. Admitted patients under the medical teams are cared for in this unit and patients are typically discharged within 72hrs or less.

The Occupational Therapist, who in collaboration with the client, family and multidisciplinary team, will assess individual needs, plan, and implement programs for individuals with a major focus on discharge planning and community liaison.

Monday - Friday Days

This position is temporary until April 2025.

1. Current registration with the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario
2. Demonstrated thorough knowledge of O.T. skills and techniques
3. Demonstrated ability to provide the following assessment services: functional (COPM), lifestyle and cognitive (CCT)
4. Demonstrated ability to provide assessment and treatment interventions for clients
5. Demonstrated ability to contribute to the discharge planning process
6. Demonstrated ability to work with students from multi-disciplines
7. Demonstrated ability in program evaluation, Q.A. and research
8. Demonstrated communication, teamwork and problem-solving skills

As a condition of employment, you are required to submit proof of full COVID-19 vaccination to Employee Health Services.

Hamilton Health Sciences fosters a culture of patient and staff safety, whereby all employees are guided by our Mission, Vision, Values, and Values Based Code of Conduct. Hamilton Health Sciences is a teaching hospital and all staff and physicians are expected to support students and other learners.

To be considered for this opportunity applicants must apply during the posting period. All internal and external applicants may ONLY apply via the Careers website.

Hamilton Health Sciences is an equal opportunity employer and we will accommodate any needs under the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedom, Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code. Hiring processes will be modified to remove barriers to accommodate those with disabilities, if requested. Should any applicant require accommodation through the application processes, please contact HR Operations at , Ext for assistance. If the applicant requires a specific accommodation because of a disability during an interview, the applicant will need to advise the hiring manager when scheduling the interview and the appropriate accommodations can be made.

This competition is open to all qualified applicants, however, qualified internal applicants will be considered first. Past performance will be considered as part of the selection process. If you are a previous employee of Hamilton Health Sciences, please note: the circumstances around an employee's exit will be considered prior to an offer of employment

Proficiency in both Official Languages, French and English, is considered an asset