Job Description

JOB PURPOSE

The Occupational Therapist is responsible for providing assessment, consultation, and clinical services to enable individuals to engage in occupations of life. The purpose of this position is to provide services to all facilities and work locations within the Saint John Area (St. Stephen to Sussex) when required.

QUALIFICATIONS

• A University degree in a related field.
• Must be registered and a member in good standing with the New Brunswick Association of Occupational Therapists and eligible for membership in the Canadian Association of Occupational Therapists.
• Ability to attend work on a regular basis.
• Ability to perform the duties of the position.
• Good work record.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

The Occupational Therapist is responsible for:

• Assessing, planning, and providing therapy to individuals and groups
• Maintaining clinical records and documentation
• Providing guidance and support to therapy assistants and other health care providers
• Participating in interdisciplinary care planning
• Preparing and presenting information and education sessions
• Providing mentoring and support for students
• Participating in developing, maintaining and evaluating policies and procedures
• Participating in developing and sharing information related to clinical skill sets, best practices and clinical guidelines

COMPETENCIES IDENTIFIED BY THE CANADIAN ASSOCIATION OF OCCUPATIONAL THERAPISTS:

• Assumes Professional Responsibility
• Demonstrates Practice Knowledge
• Utilizes a Practice Process
• Thinks Critically
• Communicates Effectively
• Engages in Professional Development
• Manages the Practice Environment

COMPETENCIES IDENTIFIED BY HORIZON HEALTH NETWORK:

• Analytical Thinking
• Flexibility
• Mentoring & Coaching
• Patient Safety
• Patient/Client Focus
• Planning and Prioritizing Work
• Problem Solving
• Teamwork and Collaboration

Interested? Apply Today?

Horizon Health Network (Horizon) only accepts on-line applications.

About Horizon\xe2\x80\x99s Recruitment Process

We thank all applicant who apply; however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. All interested applicants are encouraged to apply as an equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered.

Horizon\xe2\x80\x99s recruitment screening process may include language proficiency testing, clerical testing and/or behavioral assessment. If you are selected for testing, you will be contacted via the email address provided on your application. The official results will be shared with the candidate, Human Resources and the requesting manager electronically and language results will be placed on the personnel file for Horizon\xe2\x80\x99s hiring purposes.

Diversity Statement

Horizon is committed to enhancing our diverse and inclusive environment for our employees and patients. We believe in a healthcare system that equally supports all people regardless of race, ethnicity, national origin, social background, religion, gender identity or expression, age, disability, or sexual orientation. An environment based on a commitment to diversity and inclusion supports our goal of safe and quality patient care.

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