Job Description

Company DescriptionThe University Health Network, where \xe2\x80\x9cabove all else the needs of patients come first\xe2\x80\x9d, encompasses Toronto General Hospital, Toronto Western Hospital, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Toronto Rehabilitation Institute and the Michener Institute of Education. The breadth of research, the complexity of the cases treated, and the magnitude of its educational enterprise has made UHN a national and international resource for patient care, research and education. With a long tradition of ground breaking firsts and a purpose of \xe2\x80\x9cTransforming lives and communities through excellence in care, discovery and learning\xe2\x80\x9d, the University Health Network (UHN), Canada\'s largest research teaching hospital, brings together over 16,000 employees, more than 1,200 physicians, 8,000+ students, and many volunteers. UHN is a caring, creative place where amazing people are amazing the world.(2 positions)Site: Toronto Rehab - University CenterDepartment: Brain Program (Inpatient and Outpatients) - ABI & Stroke ServiceReports to: Brain Allied Health Program Services ManagerScale/Grade: D0:08Hourly rate: $40.98- $51.22 per hour (Commensurate with experience and consistent with UHN Compensation Policy)Hours: 37.5 per week, Weekdays/WeekendsStatus: Permanent Full-TimeClosing Date: May 16, 2024The Occupational Therapist (OT) is an integral member of the Occupational Therapy service, Allied Health and clinical programs in which care is provided. Through assessment, treatment, evaluation and consultation, the OT prevents, alleviates or minimizes dysfunction, enabling clients to achieve their maximum level of functional independence and facilitating their integration into the home, community and workplace. The OT on both the Inpatient and Outpatient Teams will: participate as a member of the interprofessional team with the purpose of assessing client needs; provide assessment, program planning, treatment intervention and evaluation in the occupational performance areas of self care, productivity and leisure including cognition and community living skills; collaborate with other care providers in providing patient centred care; delegate responsibilities to the occupational therapy assistant; prescribe of aids and assistive devices; educate student Occupational Therapists; participate in program planning and development in professional, program and hospital initiatives supporting quality management and research; demonstrate understanding of, compliance with, and commitment to, patient safety responsibilities and corresponding hospital plans, policies and procedures in order to ensure a safe environment for patients; other duties as assigned.Qualifications

• Bachelors Degree or equivalent in Occupational Therapy
• Member in good standing with the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario (COTO)
• MoCA Certification an asset
• Basic Cardiac Life Support (B Level or C Level) Heart Saver Plus Canada
• Membership with Professional Association preferred
• Experience in Neuro Rehabilitation preferred
• Demonstrated ability to use theoretical and evidence-based concepts, and research findings in practice
• Strong clinical skills related to patient goal setting and creative treatment interventions
• Demonstrated ability to identify and meet own learning needs in pursuit of ongoing professional development
• Demonstrated leadership in quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient care
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Vaccines (COVID-19 and others) are a requirement of the job unless you have an exemption on a medical ground pursuant to the Ontario Human Rights Code.

Additional InformationWhy join UHN?In addition to working alongside some of the most talented and inspiring healthcare professionals in the world, UHN offers a wide range of benefits, programs and perks. It is the comprehensiveness of these offerings that makes it a differentiating factor, allowing you to find value where it matters most to you, now and throughout your career at UHN.

• Competitive offer packages
• Government organization and a member of the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP

) * Close access to Transit and UHN shuttle service

• A flexible work environment
• Opportunities for development and promotions within a large organization
• Additional perks (multiple corporate discounts including: travel, restaurants, parking, phone plans, auto insurance discounts, on-site gyms, etc.)

Current UHN employees must have successfully completed their probationary period, have a good employee record along with satisfactory attendance in accordance with UHN\'s attendance management program, to be eligible for consideration.All applications must be submitted before the posting close date.UHN uses email to communicate with selected candidates. Please ensure you check your email regularly.Please be advised that a Criminal Record Check may be required of the successful candidate. Should it be determined that any information provided by a candidate be misleading, inaccurate or incorrect, UHN reserves the right to discontinue with the consideration of their application.All UHN Employees are required to be fully vaccinated with a COVID-19 vaccine series, approved by Health Canada or the World Health Organization, as a condition of hire. Proof of COVID-19 vaccination will be required. Should you be the successful candidate, you will be required to comply with UHN\'s mandatory Vaccination Policy that is in effect.UHN is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive recruitment process and workplace. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their requirements known.We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

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