Occupational Therapist - Neurology/Spinal Cord Injury - Rehab and Restorative Care
Nova Scotia Health Authority
Job Description
About the Opportunity
The Occupational Therapist works under the supervision of the Program Manager of Rehabilitation & Supportive Care Services. The Occupational Therapist (OT) works in collaboration with the client, caregivers and family to facilitate, restore and/or maintain the patient/clients optimal level of function in the areas of self-care, productivity and leisure. The OT provides consultation, assessment, treatment, evaluation and follow-up while working within the hospital, the client's home and/or their community. The OT, in collaboration with the client, establishes individualized treatment plans and goals independently manage a busy caseload and use clinical judgement and decision-making skills to prioritize issues on a daily basis. Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills are required. The OT provides education and support to clients, ...