Occupational Therapist, Full-Time

Job Title: Occupational Therapist Status: Regular Full Time
O/T - Acute Care
8 Hour Shifts, Days, Weekends (Subject to Change)
Lakeridge Health Ajax-Pickering
Wage Schedule: $40.360 - $56.300 per hour
Lakeridge Health is more than a hospital. It is a health network that includes five hospitals, a long-term care home, a community-based surgical centre, and more than 30 community sites across the Durham Region. Best Health. and supported by a dedicated team of nearly 9,000 staff, physicians, and volunteers, Lakeridge Health is a place where the best people want to start, grow, and finish their careers in health care. We are focused on fostering an environment that’s inclusive, compassionate, innovative, and joyful. This is Lakeridge Health!

Working within a multi-disciplinary team, the Occupational Therapist is responsible for patient assessment and the development of treatment plans, with emphasis on optimizing return to function. Registration with the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario;
MSc. in Occupational Therapy or equivalent;
Previous Experience working with Inpatients with orthopaedic, medical disorders is preferred;
Previous experience in an inpatient rehabilitation care setting is preferred;
Demonstrated commitment to our core values of Inclusion, Compassion, Innovation, Teamwork and Joy;
Must have satisfactory performance record;
Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to Lakeridge Health's comprehensive safety programs and practices including staff, patient and environmental safety and participation in regular in-service in this area.

At Lakeridge Health, we value inclusion and diversity. We are committed to employing a workforce that is representative of the diverse community we provide services to and welcome applications from all qualified applicants from all backgrounds.

Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the recruitment and assessment process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Unless specifically stated, all job postings at Lakeridge Health are to fill existing vacancies within our organization. Lakeridge Health may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools as part of the recruitment and screening process. Lakeridge Health thanks all those who apply, however, only candidates considered for an interview will be contacted.