Occupational Therapist - Occupational Therapy

OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST (Full-Time/Part-Time) - Extendicare Leduc

Extendicare is a leading provider of care and services for seniors throughout Canada. Through our network of over 115 operated senior care and living centres as well as our home health care operations we are committed to delivering care throughout the health care continuum to meet the needs of a growing seniors population in Canada. Our qualified and highly trained workforce of 23700 individuals are united by a dedication to quality care and by our vision of being the best provider of senior care and services in Canada.

Candidates are invited to apply for the position of Occupational Therapist for Extendicare Leduc facility in Leduc AB. This facility is home to 79 Continuing Care residents. Reporting to the Administrator the Occupational Therapist consults with and advises the Interdisciplinary Team concerning program needs and plans for therapy programs. Planning implementing evaluating and monitoring occupational rehabilitation programs as determined.
Assessment development and implementation of individual resident therapy treatment plans and interventions MDS 2.0 assessments as required
Recommends constructs and /or provides adaptive equipment for residents
Active participation in operational improvement initiatives such as no restraint policy and falls prevention
Providing Management Team and their care and service staff with clinical education and direction to resident care planning and delivery
Working with external resources to procure appropriate equipment to meet the resident needs identified.

Graduate of an approved school of Occupational Therapy with a minimum of a Degree certification

Experience working in long term care preferred.
Proficiency with computer applications Microsoft Office and internet. Experience with MDS 2.0 desirable familiarity with software PointClickCare an asset
Customer-focused attitude with demonstrated ability to build and maintain effective team relationships with staff and residents
Demonstrates the ability to teach motivate and empower residents/staff

Continuous mentorship support for life-long learning and growth opportunities
A rewarding and meaningful work experience where you can enrich your life and the lives of others
Employee Family Assistance Program
Extendicare is a leading provider of care and services for seniors throughout Canada. Through our network of over 115 operated senior care and living centres as well as our home health care operations we are committed to delivering care throughout the health care continuum to meet the needs of a growing seniors population in Canada. Our qualified and highly trained workforce of 23700 individuals are united by a dedication to quality care and by our vision of being the best provider of senior care and services in Canada

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When you choose to build your career with Extendicare youre joining a team dedicated to making a difference. By focusing our energy on enriching the lives of our residents every day we transform both the quality of their lives and the quality of our own work experiences.