Pediatric Research Occupational Therapist

Become a key player in pediatric research as a Research Occupational Therapist at CHEO in Ottawa. You'll manage innovative studies focused on child rehabilitation assessments.

CHEO Research Institute is hiring two Occupational Therapists for casual positions. You will facilitate hybrid assessments for a virtual assessment study and a Randomized Control Trial. Your responsibilities include collaborating with families and conducting assessments both virtually and in-person at CHEO.

Key Responsibilities:

• Implement personalized goals for child participants

• Schedule and perform clinical assessments remotely

• Administer various upper extremity functional assessments

• Support families in understanding evaluation results

• Participate in post-assessment data management

Requirements:

• Degree in Occupational Therapy required

• At least 2 years of relevant work experience

• In good standing with the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario

• Familiarity with assessments for children with hemiplegia

• Strong communication skills with clients and caregivers

Leverage your occupational therapy skills to enhance research initiatives and support children’s development at CHEO.