Occupational Therapist, Rehabilitation

Occupational therapists are tasked with assessing and treating patients to help them attain their highest level of functional independence. They implement goal-oriented, client-centered treatment plans in collaboration with interdisciplinary teams. Additionally, they coordinate discharge plans with the team and relevant community resources. Occupational therapists also actively participate in health promotion and educational activities to support overall well-being.
Pembroke Regional Hospital serves the diverse health care needs of residents of Pembroke and the surrounding communities.  In accordance with our mission, vision and values, and following catholic tradition we strive to provide safe, quality care in a compassionate and caring setting. We respect the rights of our patients to be treated with dignity and respect, and believe that patients are an integral part of the health care team. As leaders in health care delivery, we are committed to life long learning, continuous improvement and healthy living.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Minimum of a Master’s of Science Degree in Occupational Therapy or in a relevant field.
• Current certificate of competence as a Registered Occupational Therapist with the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario
• A minimum of three (3) years recent and relevant clinical experience.  
• Demonstrated ability in working with the geriatric population.
• Demonstrated effective interpersonal skills and abilities to work as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Desire to work with the elderly population; gerontology experience an asset.
• Demonstrated ability to work as part of the interdisciplinary team. 
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills are essential.  
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and with respect in an oral and written format with patients, public, colleagues and other health disciplines
• Demonstrated effective problem solving and critical thinking skills
• Demonstrated ability to apply basic computer skills
• Demonstrated and proven ability to work in a collaborative care model with all members of the health care team and community partners
• Demonstrated knowledge and application of the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario standards of practice
• Demonstrated commitment to continuing education activities supporting ongoing professional learning in occupational therapy
• Demonstrated commitment to patient safety
• Embodies the LEAN ideology by actively and continually seeking opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Must have demonstrated ability to meet the attendance standards of the Hospital
• Bilingualism preferred (French/English)

Pembroke Regional Hospital values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer. We offer an inclusive work environment and encourage applications from all qualified individuals. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process please contact the Human Resources Assistant at rachel.pecoskie@prh.email. We thank all candidates for their interests; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. This position, if unionized, and any appointments are subject to the terms and conditions of the Union group's Collective Agreement.