EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY:

Title:      Occupational Therapist

Site:                          Weeneebayko General Hospital
Division:                  Clinical Services
Reports to:             Director of Clinical Resources
Status:                     Permanent Full-Time

Weeneebayko Area Health Authority (WAHA) is looking for an experienced professional to fill the key role of Occupational Therapist.

 The Organization  

Weeneebayko Area Health Authority (WAHA) is the leading health care provider on the western James Bay coast. WAHA comprises of hospitals in Moose Factory, Fort Albany, and Attawapiskat, with a Health Centre in Moosonee. WAHA also provides regional outpatient programs, as well as Paramedicine services in Moose Factory, Moosonee, Fort Albany, Kashechewan, Attawapiskat, and Peawanuck. The span of services, complexity of care needs in the region, and the depth of health integration has made WAHA a leader and a model of health care services in Northern Ontario. WAHA consists of 450 employees, a Physician team, many students, as well as community stakeholders. It is affiliated with Queens University and offers many educational opportunities for current and prospective team members.

Position Profile Requirements:

Demonstrated critical thinking and analytical skills

Strong teamwork and communication skills

Motivated professional who can work with minimal supervision

Strong knowledge of practice and regulations

Travel to all coastal sites

Key Responsibilities:

Provide assessment, treatment, and education to all inpatient, outpatient, and regional clients

Plan, implement, and evaluate methods of treatment while modifying when necessary

Contributes to departmental operational plan while advancing the goals and objectives of the organization

Develops, establishes, and maintains standards of knowledge, skills, and competence by developing programs to promote continuing education

Comply with all regulations and professional directives as provided by the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario

Qualifications/Experience:

Master’s Degree in Occupational Therapy and registration with the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario (COTO) and professional liability insurance

Experience working in a hospital setting is considered an asset

Demonstrated ability to manage a large/diversified workload with rapidly changing priorities and challenging deadlines

ADP authorizer for mobility devices (wheelchairs & walkers) – or willing to obtain upon hire

Experience with amputee rehabilitation an asset

Proof of registration with College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario

Benefits

Defined contribution pension plan (HOOPP) and health and welfare benefits

Subsidized housing, Retention, Northern and Travel benefits

Working for an organization currently undergoing development and transformation

Being part of a strong and cohesive multidisciplinary team

How to apply:

The successful candidate must provide a valid Criminal Record Check within a specified time frame.

Please provide three recent professional references, quoting Competition #2023-013 to:

Human Resources

Weeneebayko Area Health Authority

P.O. Box 664

Moose Factory, ON P0L 1W0

Resumes can be emailed to jobs@waha.ca or faxed to 705-658-4917

For more information contact the HR team by email above

Only those selected for an interview will be contacted

 Weeneebayko Area Health Authority is an inclusive employer. Accommodations are available in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights code and Accessibility of Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005.