Occupational Therapist

Responsibilities

• Provide quality occupational therapy services to oncology patients within a patient-centered care framework
• Assess and treat patients, primarily in Auto and Bone Marrow transplant units
• Delegate appropriate duties to Occupational Therapy Assistants (OTA) and Physiotherapy Assistants (PTA)
• Provide education to patients, families, students, and interdisciplinary team members
• Participate in interdisciplinary rounds, meetings, committees, and departmental quality initiatives
• Supervise occupational therapy students

Requirements

• Completion of a Master of Science Degree in Occupational Therapy (M.Sc. (OT)) or equivalent
• Current registration with the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario
• Strong interpersonal, time management, and organizational skills
• Excellent written, oral, and nonverbal communication skills
• Ability to perform the physical demands of the job

Preferred Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience in an acute care hospital setting
• Experience working with oncology or transplant patients
• Experience with surgical, GIM, cardiovascular, MSICU, or nephrology patients
• Proficiency in psychosocial and physical health assessments and interventions
• Experience with splinting, neurological dysfunction, seating, and positioning
• Membership in CAOT and/or OSOT

Benefits

• Competitive hourly compensation
• Membership in the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)
• Flexible work environment and opportunities for professional development
• Access to UHN shuttle services and public transit
• Various corporate discounts including travel, restaurants, and parking

About the Company

University Health Network (UHN) is Canada’s #1 hospital and a global leader in research, education, and patient care. As a research hospital affiliated with the University of Toronto, UHN operates multiple sites, including the Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, driving discovery in fields such as oncology, transplantation, and neurosciences.