We are currently looking for an Occupational Therapist for a Retirement home client in Aurora, Ontario. The Occupational Therapist will work closely with residents to help improve their activities of daily living.
Schedule:
4 hours - weekly
Job Duties:
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Conduct OT/ADP assessments for residents per College standards, develop individualized treatment plans, and document all progress notes in the facility’s health record system.
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Complete feeding assessments for residents.
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Complete assessments for falls prevention and Least Restraints, including reviews of bed rails.
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Work with the Physiotherapist and Nursing staff in regards to wound management (ex: positioning, lifting and transferring.
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Work with multi-disciplinary team to make recommendations with respect to other interventions or treatments (ex: Restorative Care, Pain Management, Contingence Management), and ensure the interventions follow best practices.
Qualifications:
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Must be registered and in good standing with the College of Occupational Therapist of Ontario, and must have ADP Authorizer.
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Must have Professional License Insurance.
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Excellent interpersonal and listening skills while interacting with residents or their families.
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Strong written and verbal communication skills.
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Experience working in a Long Term Care home would be a definite asset.
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Current police check for the Vulnerable Sector is required.
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TB Test is required
