Occupational Therapist

Responsibilities

• Provide quality occupational therapy services to patients at Toronto General Hospital within a patient-centered care framework
• Assess and treat patients, primarily within the vascular and surgical oncology populations
• 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
• Collaborate with members of the inter-professional team to ensure comprehensive care

Requirements

• Completion of a Master of Science Degree in Occupational Therapy (MSc. (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 with vascular, ENT, or plastics patients
• Experience with surgical, GIM, MSICU, transplant, or nephrology patients
• Experience with psychosocial and physical health assessments and interventions
• Proficiency in splinting, neurological dysfunction, seating, and positioning
• Membership in CAOT and/or OSOT

Benefits

• Competitive compensation packages
• Membership in the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)
• Access to transit and UHN shuttle services
• Flexible work environment
• Opportunities for professional development and promotion within a large organization
• Various corporate discounts including travel, restaurants, and parking

About the Company

University Health Network (UHN) is Canada’s #1 hospital and the world’s #1 publicly funded hospital. As a leading research hospital affiliated with the University of Toronto, UHN is a global source for discovery, education, and patient care. With 10 sites and over 44,000 team members, UHN conducts major research in fields such as neurosciences, cardiology, oncology, and surgical innovation to build a healthier world.