Occupational Therapist - Independent Practitioner | School of Rehabilitation Therapy

Job ID:

20210074

Employer:

CommuniCare Therapy

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Job Description:

Occupational Therapist - Independent Practitioner Opportunity

Do you value independence, flexibility, and the opportunity to work with diverse patient populations?

CommuniCare Therapy is a therapist owned and operated accredited company based in Ottawa- Carleton and is a service provider for the Home and Community Care Support Services. More than 140 clinicians comprise our dynamic team of, Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists, Speech-Language Pathologists, Registered Dietitians and Social Workers.

CommuniCare Therapy is proud to partner with CHEO on providing care and support to children and families who need home and school care services. The role of an occupational therapist, is an important member of the child’s care team and will make a meaningful difference in the life of a child.

We have immediate opportunities for Occupational Therapists to work part time or full time in the following program:

Pediatric Services: School-based & In-home based care in the following locations:

Champlain Region:

Ottawa – bilingualism preferred
Eastern Counties – bilingualism preferred and required

Opportunities for mixed adult/pediatric caseloads available.

As an Independent Practitioner Occupational Therapist with CommuniCare you can expect:

Independence
Flexibility to set your own schedule
Control of your own caseload with the choice of casual, part time or full-time equivalents
Opportunities for professional development and continuing education
Support to access resources
Continuous peer support, even while on the road
Competitive remuneration including opportunities for tax deductions

All applicants require the following:

B.Sc. or M.Sc. in Occupational Therapy
Membership (or eligibility for) with College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario
Valid driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle

CommuniCare Therapy complies with the Accessibility of Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If you have any special requirements during the recruitment process, please advise our recruiting personnel.

Proof of full vaccination for COVID-19 and its variants is a condition of hiring. Accommodation may be granted to those who have a legitimate medical exemption or other exemptions recognized under Ontario's Human Rights Code. Official documentation must be provided as evidence of vaccination status or exemption.