6 Occupational Therapist jobs

Are you a speech language pathologist looking for new practice opportunities, expanded scope of practice, one of the best compensation packages in Canada, and a true work/life balance? Are you interested in working in a place like no other? Then a job with the Northwest Territories Health and Social Services Authority in Inuvik may be the perfect fit for you! Located above the 60th parallel, the Northwest Territories awaits with seemingly endless lakes and unmatched vistas. Two-hundred kilometres above the Arctic Circle, on the edge of the Mackenzie Delta lies the community of Inuvik (population 3,500). The administrative centre of the Beaufort Delta region, the town boasts many amenities including a variety of restaurant options, annual events and festivals, and a community greenhouse. Inuvik has everything you would expect to find in a vibrant town including high speed internet, paved roads, and a welcoming community. Enjoy outdoor wilderness adventures just minutes away, or venture further north up the road to the shores of the Arctic Ocean on the new Tuktoyaktuk Highway or south into the Yukon. Speech Language Pathologists in Inuvik work in the Inuvik Regional Hospital. The IRH is a modern 51 bed facility, which provides services to 12 outlying communities in the Beaufort Delta and Sahtu regions. Other great reasons to work for the Northwest Territories Health and Social Services Authority include: Top-end salary, relative to other jurisdictions ($90,714- 108,362 annually) Northern living allowance ($14,225 per year) Health and dental benefits A generous pension plan Leave (annual, mandatory, winter bonus, special, maternity/parental) Deferred leave options Relocation assistance Opportunity to travel to remote communities within the Beaufort Delta and Sahtu regions Outstanding lifestyle in the Northwest Territories Professional development opportunities Education support for employees Recognized as one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employers (2018) Recognized as one of Canada’s Top Employers for Young People (2019) High engagement and satisfaction scores amongst employees based on the Employee Engagement and Satisfaction Survey (2016) To find out more about living in Inuvik and the Northwest Territories, check out: https://www.inuvik.ca/en/Discovering-Inuvik.asp https://spectacularnwt.com/about-nwt https://spectacularnwt.com/destinations/western-arctic/inuvik For more information on the Speech Language Pathologist employment opportunities available in the Northwest Territories, please visit: https://www.gov.nt.ca/careers/en/job/15697 Interested in joining our Talent Pool to find about upcoming job opportunities in the Northwest Territories? Contact us at  PracticeNWT@gov.nt.ca . 

Are you an occupational therapist looking for new practice opportunities, expanded scope of practice, one of the best compensation packages in Canada, and a true work/life balance? Are you interested in working in a place like no other? Then a job with the Northwest Territories Health and Social Services Authority in Yellowknife may be the perfect fit for you! Located above the 60th parallel, the Northwest Territories awaits with seemingly endless lakes and unmatched vistas. On the shores of Great Slave Lake lies the city of Yellowknife (population 19,600). The ‘urban’ centre of the territory, the Northwest Territories’ capital city boasts all the amenities of a big city, while maintaining its small town charm, with outdoor wilderness adventures just minutes away. Occupational Therapists in Yellowknife work in the Stanton Territorial Hospital, which averages 4,000 occupational therapy patient visits per year (approximately 3-7 patient visits per therapist per day). Stanton is a state-of-the-art facility, which just opened in May 2019. Other great reasons to work for the Northwest Territories Health and Social Services Authority include: Top-end salary, relative to other jurisdictions ($87,263- $104,208 annually) Northern living allowance ($3,700 per year) Health and dental benefits A generous pension plan Leave (annual, mandatory, winter bonus, special, maternity/parental) Deferred leave options Relocation assistance New Stanton Hospital and facilities ( https://www.stantonrenewal.ca/ ) Outstanding lifestyle in the Northwest Territories Professional development opportunities Education support for employees Recognized as one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employers (2018) Recognized as one of Canada’s Top Employers for Young People (2019) High engagement and satisfaction scores amongst employees based on the Employee Engagement and Satisfaction Survey (2016) To find out more about living in Yellowknife and the Northwest Territories, check out: https://ykonline.ca/ https://spectacularnwt.com/about-nwt https://spectacularnwt.com/story/walk-wild-side-tour-old-town-canadas-weirdest-neighbourhood For more information on the occupational therapist employment opportunities available in the Northwest Territories, or to join our Talent Pool, please contact us at PracticeNWT@gov.nt.ca or visit https://www.practicenwt.ca .

JOB SUMMARY: The Occupational Therapist (OT) provides comprehensive diagnostic services and intervention and referral services to clients so to aid in their recovery or maintain a maximum level of functioning and independence. Occupational Therapy services are provided in accordance with legislation, standards, guidelines, ethics of the Canadian Association of Occupational Therapists (CAOT), Provincial OT licensing, Canadian Council Health Services Accreditation (CCHSA.), the physician orders and the policies of the Hay River Health & Social Services Authority. JOB QUALIFICATIONS: This level of knowledge is normally acquired through a Master’s of Science degree in Occupational Therapy. Broad base of clinical experience and theoretical knowledge in Occupational Therapy is preferred. Valid Class 5 driver’s license is required. Time management and well developed organizational skills to manage a large and varied caseload, as well as required department management activities. Ability to communicate through verbal and written. Ability to work independently in all areas of Occupational Therapy practice is required. Current CPR certificate. Registration/licensure with an appropriate Occupational Therapy Canadian Provincial regulatory body. Active membership in the CAOT. The OT must have knowledge of cognitive, physical and psychological development and impairment related to occupational therapy including anatomy, physiology and pathology in all age groups. An ability to apply therapeutic processes (assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation) to ensure that the patient’s physical, emotional, psychosocial, educational and day-to-day living needs are met. An ability to fabricate or select orthotics and/or devices/tools (including but not limited to custom splints, insoles, braces, assistive devices, etc.) required to support injured body parts or aid daily living. An ability to educate clients, their families (where applicable) and other health care professionals on appropriate self-care methods and techniques. A copy of the full Job Description can be found at www.hayriverhealth.ca . In addition to an attractive salary, we offer a Northern Allowance of $3.08 per hour up to $5,999 per year . All job offers are subject to references, a satisfactory Criminal Records Check (including vulnerable sector search) and an Employee Health Risk Assessment. Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Interested applicants may apply quoting competition number 051-19  to : Human Resources Hay River Health & Social Services Authority 37911 Mackenzie Highway, Hay River, NT X0E 0R6 Phone: (867) 874-8341 Fax: (867) 874-8345 hrhssa_competitions@gov.nt.ca

We are looking for qualified OTs to immediately fill full-time, part-time and permanent positions. As an OT in Saskatchewan, you will provide assessment and treatment for patients, clients and residents of all ages with physical, cognitive or psychosocial impairments. These opportunities are available in a number of different health care settings. All OTs in Saskatchewan follow therapy protocols and best practice guidelines. Successful candidates must also have well developed interpersonal skills, the ability to take initiative and work independently in a supportive team environment. Saskatchewan has lots to offer, including: competitive wages relocation assistance of up to $3,000 great benefits including group life insurance, a pension plan, education leave, dental and vision coverage a northern living allowance in certain remote communities being part of dedicated support teams earning up to $20,000 (if eligible) in tax incentives through the Saskatchewan Graduate Retention program Qualified candidates must possess a Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Therapy; be eligible for registration with the Canadian Association of Occupational Therapists and Saskatchewan Society of Occupational Therapists. Health Careers in Saskatchewan sources OTs and many other clinicians on behalf of The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA). View all of the current openings at: healthcareersinsask.ca/occupationaltherapy View each job posting and apply directly on the Health Careers in Saskatchewan website. All other enquiries can be directed to: contactus@healthcareersinsask.ca  _______________________________________________________________________________________________ The SHA employs more than 40,000 employees and physicians who deliver high quality and timely health care to the entire province. Our vision is Healthy People. Healthy Saskatchewan. Our mission is working together to improve health and well-being. Every day. For everyone. Our values are safety, accountability, respect, collaboration and compassion.

Saskatchewan is hiring Physical l Therapists (PTs) in a number of northern communities. We are looking for qualified PTs to immediately fill full-time, part-time and permanent positions. As a PT in Saskatchewan, you will provide assessment and treatment for patients, clients and residents of all ages with physical, cognitive or psychosocial impairments. These opportunities are available in a number of different health care settings. All PTs in Saskatchewan follow therapy protocols and best practice guidelines. Successful candidates must also have well developed interpersonal skills, the ability to take initiative and work independently in a supportive team environment. Saskatchewan has lots to offer, including: competitive wages relocation assistance of up to $3,000 great benefits including group life insurance, a pension plan, education leave, dental and vision coverage a northern living allowance in certain remote communities being part of dedicated support teams earning up to $20,000 (if eligible) in tax incentives through the Saskatchewan Graduate Retention program Qualified candidates must possess a Bachelor’s Degree in Physical Therapy; be eligible for registration with the Saskatchewan College of Physical Therapists and have a valid driver’s license. Health Careers in Saskatchewan sources PTs and many other clinicians on behalf of The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA). View all of the current openings at: healthcareersinsask.ca/physicaltherapist View each job posting and apply directly on the Health Careers in Saskatchewan website . All other enquiries can be directed to: contactus@healthcareersinsask.ca _______________________________________________________________________________________________ The SHA employs more than 40,000 employees and physicians who deliver high quality and timely health care to the entire province. Our vision is Healthy People. Healthy Saskatchewan. Our mission is working together to improve health and well-being. Every day. For everyone. Our values are safety, accountability, respect, collaboration and compassion.

Saskatchewan is hiring Occupational Therapists (OTs) in a number of northern communities. We are looking for qualified OTs to immediately fill full-time, part-time and permanent positions. As an OT in Saskatchewan, you will provide assessment and treatment for patients, clients and residents of all ages with physical, cognitive or psychosocial impairments. These opportunities are available in a number of different health care settings. All OTs in Saskatchewan follow therapy protocols and best practice guidelines. Successful candidates must also have well developed interpersonal skills, the ability to take initiative and work independently in a supportive team environment. Saskatchewan has lots to offer, including: competitive wages relocation assistance of up to $3,000 great benefits including group life insurance, a pension plan, education leave, dental and vision coverage a northern living allowance in certain remote communities being part of dedicated support teams earning up to $20,000 (if eligible) in tax incentives through the Saskatchewan Graduate Retention program Qualified candidates must possess a Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Therapy; be eligible for registration with the Canadian Association of Occupational Therapists and Saskatchewan Society of Occupational Therapists. Health Careers in Saskatchewan sources OTs and many other clinicians on behalf of The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA). View all of the current openings at: healthcareersinsask.ca/occupationaltherapy View each job posting and apply directly on the Health Careers in Saskatchewan website. All other enquiries can be directed to: contactus@healthcareersinsask.ca  ______________________________________________________________________________________________ The SHA employs more than 40,000 employees and physicians who deliver high quality and timely health care to the entire province. Our vision is Healthy People. Healthy Saskatchewan. Our mission is working together to improve health and well-being. Every day. For everyone. Our values are safety, accountability, respect, collaboration and compassion.