Job Description

75 bi-weekly (8 Hour days; evenings as needed) flex schedule as per current AAHP Collective Agreement
Salary CG-46 ($46.83 - $55.34)
Competition Number 2024003789
Posted Date: 28 May 2024
Closing Date: 4 June 2024About Us
Newfoundland and Labrador Health Services (NL Health Services) brings together five former separate health entities - Eastern Health, Central Health, Western Health, Labrador-Grenfell Health, and the Newfoundland and Labrador Centre for Health Information. The creation of a provincial health authority was announced following recommendations from Health Accord NL.NL Health Services is responsible for delivering health and community services to more than 528,000 people living in Newfoundland and Labrador and employs over 21,000 people. NLHealthServices.caJob Summary
As a Regional Clinical Leader for the Primary Care - Eastern Urban Zone the incumbent applies advanced professional, administrative, clinical knowledge and skills, and critical thinking in the provision of expert occupational therapy client centered services for individuals receiving primary health care, including those teams providing services to vulnerable populations and within Family Care Teams.As Clinical Lead, the Clinical Occupational Therapist III is responsible for ensuring continuation, co-ordination and implementation of professional practice standards; development and compliance with policies and procedures; strategic resource planning; continuing education and staff competency specific to the delivery of the Occupational Therapy service. The OT clinical lead will compile, evaluate and report qualitative and quantitative data; evaluate performance; conduct research and ensure implementation of evidence-based practice. Other responsibilities include identifying demand drivers for Occupational therapy, evaluating workload/caseload allocation and orientation/mentorship for new OT staff, interprofessional team members and students. The Clinical Occupational Therapist III will also be responsible to provide advanced and specialized clinical services to clients.The work of the Clinical lead is grounded in trauma informed philosophy of care providing client-centered, evidence-based, compassionate, comprehensive, sustainable healthcare with excellence in quality, service, and access. A high degree of specialized knowledge in the areas of primary care, work with vulnerable populations, health and recovery promotion, chronic health issues and mental health challenges, home safety assessments, equipment assessment/prescription, self-management, and community participation is necessary. The OT clinical lead will recognize the social, structural, political, and ecological determinants of health impacting clients serviced in the primary care program. The OT clinical lead is a strong collaborator and will build respectful relations with clients, interprofessional team members and community stakeholders.Clinical supervision will be provided to Occupational Therapist I\'s, Occupational therapist II\'s, and Occupational Therapist Support personnel, as required. These duties are performed under the administrative guidance of the Primary Health Care Program. The Clinical Occupational Therapist III will be responsible to precept Occupational Therapy students and offer other clinical education experience to students within NLHS.This Clinical Occupational Therapist III is a mentor, coach and systems thinker. The incumbent will collaborate with other Regional Clinical Occupational Therapist leaders and be a member of the NLHS OT clinical leaders committee. This position reports to the Primary Health Care Manager and maintains accountability to the Professional Practice Consultant for Occupational Therapy for integrity and professional practice issues.Job Demands
By applying for this job, you acknowledge an understanding that regular requirements and demands of this job include (but are not limited to):
Regularly lifts or moves objects up to 30 lbs. and assists, supports, pushes or pulls clients and equipment up to and over 50 lbs.
Regularly stands and walks, and drives to and from sites/homes within the region.
Occasionally uses hand tools and equipment that requires rapid physical movement and reflexes and controlled movement.
Fine finger/precision is required on a regular basis when performing work on the computer
Visual and auditory concentration is regularly required as well as higher than normal levels of attentiveness or alertness.Job Qualifications
Graduate of a school or program of occupational therapy recognized by the board.
Current licensure with the Newfoundland and Labrador Occupational Therapy Board.
A minimum of five years of experience within the last seven working as a Clinical Occupational Therapist in a primary health care, with a focus on physical and mental health is required.
Demonstrates Knowledge and understanding of the Health Accord NL as it relates to Primary Health Care and especially the function of interdisciplinary community teams.
Expert knowledge of trauma informed approach to service provision, particularly as it relates to systems navigation for those experiencing poverty, homelessness, or other barriers to access health care is essential
Knowledge of health and community-based resources, programs, and systems to support program development across departments, programs and services is required.
Participates in the planning, implementation and evaluations of OT treatment plans and addresses occupational performance issues in consultation with the program manager and professional practice.
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, with interprofessional team members, patients/residents/clients and their families in a one-to-one and group environment.
Demonstrated effective written communication skills required for client documentation, report writing and professional communications
Demonstrated ability to effectively translate and communicate knowledge in the specialized area of occupational therapy practice to others.
Demonstrated ability to coach, mentor and train Clinical Occupational Therapists, Occupational Therapist Support Workers and students.
Demonstrated ability to function effectively in a diverse and changing environment.
Proven leadership skills that are focused on engaging others, collaboration and developing coalitions
Proven ability to forge productive partnerships with community agents and other internal and external stakeholders
Proven ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships as a member of an interprofessional team.
Proven ability to assume professional responsibility for safe, ethical and effective practice.
Electronic Medical Record Training is required and will be provided upon hire
A valid Newfoundland and Labrador Class 5 Driver\'s License and the use of a private vehicle are conditions of employment.
A satisfactory record of work performance is required.Employees, to review your attendance record please refer to your employee portal on the Intranet for details. The attendance record is only available to employees who are currently in positions that accumulate sick time.If this is an internal posting only, only applicants of the Eastern Health AAHP Regional Bargaining Unit will be considered. If this is an internal and external posting, all applications will be accepted and preference will be given to those qualified candidates who are internal to the Eastern Health AAHP Regional Bargaining Unit.Apply online at https://employment.easternhealth.caUpon successfully applying for a vacancy then you will receive a confirmation email. If you do not receive this email please contact Recruitment 777-7777 ext 5-2 immediatelyTo become a part of our team, please submit an up to date resume/cover letter or application form online, clearly demonstrating how you meet the required qualifications. Include your current mailing address, day-time contact number, e-mail address, competition and employee number if applicable.Contact Information for Recruitment Related Inquiries:Telephone: (709) 777-7777 (5-2) or 1-800-563-3693
Email: employment@easternhealth.ca. Applications/resumes are not accepted at this email address.If you are no longer interested in the position, you can withdraw your application by emailing employment@easternhealth.ca as soon as possible.NL Health Services is committed to inclusive and barrier-free recruitment, selection, and onboarding processes. We will be happy to work with applicants requesting support during the process. If you have any questions, feel free to contact our Recruitment Line at 777-7777 press 5 then press 2 (long distance 1-800-563-3693) outlining how we can help.EXTERNAL APPLICANTS: We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. The successful candidate will be required to provide a satisfactory Certificate of Conduct from the RCMP or local Police (Vulnerable Sector Check may be required), educational documents, registration/licensure if applicable and Social Insurance Number.

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