Occupational Therapist,Allied Health Job Oshawa area,Cobourg Ontario Canada,Healthcare

Location: Cobourg

Reference #01045 Posted
Tuesday, January 27th, 2026 at 2:14pm Scope
Public Applications Accepted Position
Occupational Therapist
Department
Allied Health
Vacancy
Yes
Term
Temporary Full-Time
Pay
$40.36 - $56.30 as per the OPSEU Collective Agreement

At Northumberland Hills Hospital (NHH), our shared purpose is People First, and our core values of Integrity, Quality, Respect, Compassion and Teamwork are at the centre of who we are and what we do. We remain committed to sustaining an experienced workforce that reflects Northumberland Hills Hospital’s dedication to recognising everyone’s contributions and respecting everyone’s dignity, unique experience, and potential.

EQUITY AND ACCESSIBILITY STATEMENT

Northumberland Hills Hospital remains respectful of all protected rights, in line with the grounds laid out by the Ontario Human Rights Code (OHRC) and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). As such, we welcome applications from all qualified applicants and interests from racialized persons/persons of colour, Indigenous People of North America, women, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ2S+ persons, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.

LOCATION AND ABOUT NHH

ROLE OVERVIEW

Reporting to the Clinical Manager, Access and Flow, the Occupational Therapist will play and integral role as a member of the interdisciplinary team. The Occupational Therapist, in collaboration with the team, will be responsible for assessments, interventions, consultations and provide are to a patient or group of patients as assigned.

Primary Responsibilities:

Ability to develop, implement, document and evaluate programs in collaboration with the patient and family in conjunction with the health care team

Ability to continually assess, monitor, evaluate and revise patient care plans as necessary in conjunction with assessment findings and Physician diagnosis

Recommend consultants and/ or provide adaptive equipment, splints, aids in remedial program and activities of daily living

Participate as a member of the interdisciplinary team and consult with members of the team regarding patient care

Establish and maintain statistical data documentation for clinical and administrative progress as required

Demonstrate knowledge, understanding and leadership skills in occupational therapy issues

Ability to facilitate educator role with patients, family members and the public

Act as a member of quality assurance programs within the department and the hospital

Recognize responsibility for continuing education to maintain professional standards

In addition to the above, follows safe and healthy work practices and maintains a safe and healthy work environment through attendance at educational programs, use of established reporting mechanisms for injuries, illness and hazards and adherence to health and safety related polices and procedures

QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS

Graduate from an approved School of Occupational Therapy from an accredited University

Eligible for registration with the Canadian Association of Occupational Therapists (C.A.O.T.)

Member of the College of Occupational Therapy

3 to 5 years of previous experience in a similar role in a hospital setting

Supervisory/management skills

Demonstrated excellent organization and problem solving skills

Able to function independently in a consultative role

Experience in working as part of a Multidisciplinary Team

Critical thinking ability

Exemplary communication and facilitator skills

PHYSICAL EFFORT AND WORKING CONDITIONS

Able to work in an active, rapidly changing stressful environment with multiple demands

Ability to make decisions and prioritize effectively; must have sufficient physical endurance including manual dexterity to handle patients and equipment effectively and safely

EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS

Successful applicants are required provide a satisfactory vulnerable sector criminal reference check, that was complete less than one year from the date of hire. This requirement must be met within the first sixty (60) days of employment.

Additionally, to the above, successful applicants are also required to complete the Health Care Worker Health review process which includes providing an up-to-date immunization record to ensure compliance with the Ontario Hospital Association Communicable Diseases Surveillance Protocols within the first thirty (30) days of employment. Northumberland Hills Hospital operates a mandatory COVID-19 vaccination policy for all staff.

Northumberland Hills Hospital may choose to conduct parts/all the hiring process virtually. Furthermore, we are a scent-free environment. When attending the hospital kindly refrain from wearing strongly scented fragrances.

We thank all those that express interest in this exciting position; kindly note that due to high volumes of interests, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.


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Occupational Therapist, Allied Health