Occupational Therapist I
- Acute Care Alberta: N
- Primary Care Alberta: N
- Recovery Alberta: N
- Classification: Occupational Therapist I
- Union: HSAA Facility PROF/TECH
- Unit and Program: Rehabilitation Oncology Medicine
- Primary Location: Central Alberta Cancer Centre
- Location Details: As Per Location
- Multi-Site: Not Applicable
- FTE: 0.80
- Posting End Date: 26-MAY-2025
- Employee Class: Regular Part Time
- Date Available: 16-JUN-2025
- Hours per Shift: 7.75
- Length of Shift in weeks: 2
- Shifts per cycle: 8
- Shift Pattern: Days
- Days Off: Saturday/Sunday
- Minimum Salary: $38.90
- Maximum Salary: $51.80
- Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable
Completion of bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited university program. Registered with the Alberta College of Occupational Therapists (ACOT).
Additional Required Qualifications:Active Heart and Stroke Foundation BLS Certification by start date. Empathy and compassion: a deep understanding of the functional, cognitive and emotional needs of patients with cancer. Effective interpersonal communication with the ability to connect with patients, families and healthcare teams in various modes of communication (verbal, written, Zoom, email). Experience providing occupational therapy in an interdisciplinary team, including therapy assistants. Experience with discharge planning and community resources. Experience with wheelchair and seating assessments. Demonstrated effective time management and organization skills. Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite programs (Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, Word). Ability to perform physical demands that incudes repetitive lifting, transferring of patients and or equipment as well as prolonged sitting, keyboarding/computer and headset use. New Graduates from a recognized and or accredited Occupational Therapy program are encouraged to apply.
Preferred Qualifications:1 year of occupational therapy experience working in adult urban settings (hospital, clinics, home care). Experience with oncology/palliative patients & rehabilitation protocols related to cancer, pain/symptom management. Experience with Epic/Connect Care. AADL Authorizer. Experience with wide spectrum of OT skills e.g. splinting, adaptive aids/equipment, orthotic devices & methods of pressure reduction, facilitating return to work/school and lymphedema management.
Please note:
All postings close at 23:59 MT of the posting end date indicated.
Security Screening:
A satisfactory criminal record check and/or Vulnerable Sector Search is required prior to your first day of work. Additionally, all employees have an ongoing duty to disclose any charges or convictions that may occur during their employment with AHS.
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