At a Glance
- Tasks: Help individuals regain independence through tailored occupational therapy services.
- Company: Join a passionate healthcare team at Sturgeon Community Hospital, just north of Edmonton.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible shifts, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Part-time position with a focus on collaboration and community engagement.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives while working in a supportive environment.
- Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy and registration with Alberta College required.
The predicted salary is between 44200 - 56600 $ per year.
Located just a few short minutes north of Edmonton, the 167-bed Sturgeon Community Hospital (SCH) serves the community of St. Albert and the surrounding area. The occupational therapy department works collaboratively with all clinical teams: Medical/Surgical Units, Emergency and ICU/CCU. In addition, the occupational therapy team provides outpatient support to the Western Upper Limb Facility (WULF). This program provides a variety of upper extremity specialized services, including splinting and rehab services. This position may provide coverage to all service areas listed above.
As an Occupational Therapist (OT), you will provide evidence-informed services, with a focus on occupational performance designed to meet the needs of individuals, groups, or a community. You may act as a direct service provider, consultant, educator, or advocate and function as an integral health care team member. You will engage individuals, groups, and communities to enable meaningful and chosen occupations, including self-care, productivity, and leisure. You will support clients to achieve optimum functional abilities and independence related to their cognitive, affective, spiritual, and physical strengths and limitations.
As an OT, you will provide comprehensive services, including triage, screening, consultation, assessment, diagnosis, collaborative goal setting, treatment, prevention, self-management, education, case management, referral, transition support, and collaboration with relevant and chosen stakeholders and supports within the client’s physical, institutional, cultural, and social environments. You will include clients and families as integral members of the health care team, encouraging their active participation in all aspects of care. You will collaborate with clients and families in determining, implementing, and evaluating rehabilitation.
You will participate in a variety of interprofessional teams to build awareness, enrich support, and engage in quality improvement by partnering with healthcare providers, patients, families, and other stakeholders to advance services for the clients. You will contribute to quality improvement and your professional community and participate in peer mentoring and supervising students. You may also provide clinical supervision to Therapy Assistants and Therapy Aides.
Required Qualifications:
- 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:
- Completion of master's degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited university program or bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited university program and related experience.
- Current Basic Cardiac Life Support - Health Care Provider (BCLS-HCP).
- Effective time management and prioritization skills are required.
- Conflict resolution and strong communication skills are required.
- Must be able to work independently and within a team environment.
- Ability to problem solve and demonstrate critical thinking skills is required.
- A minimum of 1 year acute care experience working as an Occupational Therapist in the last 5 years required.
- Up to date N95 mask fit testing. New graduates with relevant clinical experience may be considered.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with upper extremity splinting, dysphagia and swallowing assessments, Connect Care, AADL authorizer qualifications.
- Experienced in the assessment/treatment of patients within the geriatric population.
- Experience in the assessment/treatment of patients with acute/chronic musculoskeletal injuries.
- Knowledge of community resources; equipment acquisition; continuum of care and discharge planning.
- Experience working in the Emergency Department is an asset.
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.
Healthy Albertans. Healthy Communities. Together. We’re passionate about what we do. Our team of skilled and dedicated health care professionals, support staff, and physicians promote wellness and provide health care all across Alberta. Everything we do at AHS reflects a patient and family centred approach; it’s about putting patients’ and families’ experiences, priorities and trust first. We are an equal opportunity employer. AHS values the diversity of the people and communities we serve and is committed to attracting, engaging and developing a diverse and inclusive workforce.
Occupational Therapist I in St. Albert employer: Alberta Health Services
Alberta Health Services is an exceptional employer that prioritizes patient care and quality improvement, making it a rewarding place for professionals in the healthcare sector. With a strong commitment to employee development, collaborative work culture, and a focus on meaningful impact, this role offers unique opportunities to lead initiatives that enhance patient relations across the province. Located in Alberta, employees benefit from a supportive environment that values innovation and continuous learning.
