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OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST
EXTENDICARE REGINA
Candidates are invited to apply for the permanent full time 1.0 fte position of Occupational Therapist for Extendicare Regina 3 long term care facilities.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Reporting to the Directors of Care, the Occupational Therapist consults with and advises the Directors of Care concerning program needs and plans for therapy programs. Is responsible for:
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
Evaluation of treatment outcomes achieved
Active participation in operational improvement initiatives such as no restraint policy and falls prevention
Acts as a member of the Interdisciplinary Team
Working with external resources to procure appropriate equipment to meet the resident needs identified.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Graduate of an approved school of Occupational Therapy, with a minimum of a Degree certification
Holds active registration with SSOT or eligible for same
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
We thank all interested applicants, however, only those selected for interview will be contacted
Essential Skills
- Reading text
- Document use
- Numeracy
- Writing
- Oral communication
- Working with others
- Problem solving
- Decision making
- Critical thinking
- Job task planning and organizing
- Finding information
- Computer use
- Continuous learning
- Significant use of memory
Credentials (certificates, licences, memberships, courses, etc.)
- Licensure by provincial or territorial authorities
- Canadian Association of Occupational Therapists Examination
Additional Skills
- Administer budget
Specific Skills
- Maintain clinical and progress reports
- Evaluate treatment progress
- Develop and implement treatment programs
- Consult with physicians to confirm assessment
- Assess patients' emotional and physical capabilities
Work Setting
- Nursing home
Area of Practice
- Geriatrics
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