Occupational Therapist in Huntsville

ParaMed Extendicare provides Canadians with the highest level of care across a wide range of home-based and community service settings. We are looking for Occupational Therapists that can bring their integrated approach in therapy services to our client’s homes. Our Occupational Therapists enjoy a fun, upbeat and dynamic environment that keeps them independent and adaptable. Our Occupational Therapist will be working with a variety of client conditions. Primary population is adult; however, there are occasional pediatric referrals.

If you are looking for an environment where you get to use a wide range of your therapy skills to improve the well-being of your clients and build your passion for Home Care, then this role will be right for you. If you are a new Occupational Therapist graduate, our team provides intensive learning and development opportunities to upskill you on community-based work. A generous sign-on bonus is also available to candidates!

We have Full-time, Part-time, Job Sharing, Salaried and Independent Provider/Contractor roles available where the OT can create a schedule that works for them and will be assigned to geographic areas around Muskoka, Ontario (Huntsville, Bracebridge, Gravenhurst, Port Severn, Port Sydney, Port Carling, MacTier, Georgian Bay, and Honey Harbour).

What you will be doing:

• Change your client’s lives in the comfort of their home. You will assess and build an accurate therapy care plan based on the real environment of our client.
• This includes but is not limited to developing health promotion programs, prescribing equipment and supplies, promoting client safety, creativity and adaptability.
• You will exert critical thinking to provide complex preventative or corrective actions for clients to solve problems that interfere with their ability to do things that are important to them.
• Collaborate with an inter-healthcare team that partners with our client’s family members and caregivers to build inter-discipline, holistic treatment goals and service plans.
• Because we use a hybrid model of care, including face-to-face and virtual, you can build a schedule that works for you and your client.

We value an independent and flexible OT while providing a dedicated support and training system for them.

Skills needed for success:

• Graduate of a recognized Post Secondary program in Occupational Therapy.
• Current active registration and is in good standing as an Occupational Therapist with the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario.
• Must have a Valid Driver’s License and the use of a reliable vehicle.

What you can expect:

• Competitive Total Compensation package, RRSP (Registered Retirement Savings Plan).
• Comprehensive health and dental package, including comprehensive support for mental health.
• Vacation Pay and Time Off.
• Paid mobile and/or communication devices.
• Extensive learning and education development opportunities.
• A culture of performance recognition and appreciation.
• A commitment to excellence.

ParaMed is an equal opportunity employer committed to respectful and inclusive hiring practices. We welcome all applicants, including those from equity-deserving groups, including Indigenous peoples, women, people with disabilities, and visible minorities. ParaMed is committed to fostering an accessible, inclusive, and equitable hiring process. We will gladly accommodate the needs of applicants throughout all stages of the recruitment process upon request and in accordance with applicable legislation.