Occupational Therapist – D5 Musculoskeletal Neurosurgery – Temporary Full-time 2024 – Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre

Title of the Job: Occupational Therapist – D5 Musculoskeletal Neurosurgery – Temporary Full-time 2024

Location: Toronto, ON

Job Description: Summary of DutiesCollaborate with patients and family to assess and improve occupational performanceFacilitate effective patient discharges that optimize patient safety as part of interprofessional teamAct as an occupational therapy expert resource for staff, students, and other healthcare providersAssign components of occupational therapy to an occupational therapist assistant/ physiotherapist assistantMaintain and upgrade knowledge and skills through continuing education and professional developmentSeek opportunities for involvement in practice-based research and engage in knowledge translation through evidence-based practice and implementing best practicesParticipate in profession-specific and interprofessional activities in support of the Sunnybrook Occupational Therapy service and the Department of Occupational Science & Occupational Therapy at the University of TorontoPractice in accordance with regulatory body (COTO) standards of practiceQualifications/SkillsRegistration with the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario requiredMembership in CAOT or OSOT requiredMinimum 1-year experience in acute trauma care requiredStrong cognitive assessment experience requiredDischarge planning experience with people who present with complex health issues, including neurological and orthopaedic trauma presentation (traumatic brain injury, responsive behaviours, post-operation delirium, cognitive deficits and mental health issues) requiredAcute stroke experience preferredIntensive Care Unit experience an preferred, as this role provides rotational consults into ICUsHand therapy and splinting experience preferredExperience with person-centred assessment and recommendations related to ADLs and IADLS, home safety, driving, medication regimen, and equipment preferredDemonstrated ability to manage responsive and high risk behaviors and effectively wean continuous observationSuperior ability to manage multiple tasks and set priorities in a fast-paced environmentStrong ability to optimize the patient experience in an interprofessional team environmentWell-developed communication and interpersonal skillsCommitment to clinical excellence and use of Best PracticesDemonstrated ability to creatively problem-solve discharge based on assessment resultsDemonstrated commitment to Person-Centred Care approach and principlesAbility to demonstrate reflective practice If you are looking for an exciting opportunity and to build a career in an innovative and dynamic organization, submit your resume by clicking on Apply Now below.Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre is committed to providing accessible employment practices that are in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If you require accommodation for disability during any stage of the recruitment process, please indicate this in your cover letter.Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre is strongly committed to inclusion and diversity within its community and welcomes all applicants including but not limited to: visible minorities, all religions and ethnicities, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ persons, and all others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.

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