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Description

Job Summary:
Reporting to the Manager, the Staff Occupational Therapist is responsible for the assessment and treatment of clients/patients/residents incorporating best practice and evidence based research.  The incumbent will also be responsible for the supervision of students assigned to them.

Qualifications:
Education:  Baccalaureate degree from a program that is recognized by the Canadian Association of Occupational Therapists.  Registered or eligible for registration with the Saskatchewan Society of Occupational Therapists.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Ability to establish and maintain effective work relationships.  Excellent communication skills.  Ability and willingness to travel for the service delivery area when required.

Additional Information:  This position will be assigned to a Primary Health Care Network (Regina) within Primary Health Care Services.  May be required to provide services in a variety of settings including community meeting places, clinic settings or within a private residence including home visits.

Must possess a valid Saskatchewan driver's license. Some assignments may require access to a vehicle for work.  Ability to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends.

Preference for this position will be given to HSAS members in accordance with the terms and conditions of the SAHO/HSAS Collective Agreement.  HSAS seniority within the Saskatchewan Health Authority will be considered under the Selection Criteria. This vacancy is for position #45009

The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) requires a criminal record check (CRC) from every potential SHA team member. The CRC must be dated within the past six (6) months and be satisfactory to the SHA. A vulnerable sector check (VSC) is required for individuals providing patient/resident/client care to vulnerable persons. Internal candidates may be required to provide a CRC and/or VSC during the recruitment and selection process.