Part-Time to Registered Occupational Therapist

OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST JOBS PETERBOROUGH OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST

Posted:
Monday, May 5, 2025

About Propel Physiotherapy

Established in 2016, Propel Physiotherapy is one of the Greater Toronto Area’s leading treatment centres for neurological injuries and complex orthopedic injuries. Propel Physiotherapy takes a holistic approach to rehabilitation with an emphasis on client-centered treatment, research, education, and community engagement that can help clients maximize their mobility and improve their performance in meaningful daily activities.

With a team of more than 25 therapists and office administrators, Propel Physiotherapy offers a wide range of healthcare services, including physiotherapy, occupational therapy, massage therapy, exercise therapy, mindfulness, community-based therapy, and acupuncture services from our three clinic locations in Pickering, Peterborough and Etobicoke. We also offer mobile and virtual therapy for communities in surrounding areas

We have a large, accessible clinic space with admin support that will reduce travel between clients in the community and offer a variety of equipment that will enhance the treatment options for your client. This licensed occupational therapist role reports to the Director of Occupational Therapy as well as the Clinic Manager. We provide administrative team support to facilitate paperwork, booking, and billing.

Who We Are Looking For

Propel Physiotherapy is in search of a licensed occupational therapist to join the high-performing and fast-growing team of practitioners in our clinic. We are looking for a team player who can demonstrate professionalism, excellent communication skills, and creativity and consistency with care catered to a busy caseload and diverse caseload, from pediatrics to adults, providing assessment and treatment to clients with various neurological conditions (TBI, Stroke, SCI, MS, etc.)

and MSK injuries. You will have the opportunity to practice and build your expertise in upper extremity rehabilitation, splinting fabrication, as well as address the cognitive challenges that some of the clients are facing.

The Candidate

The candidate must demonstrate exceptional clinical care practices, superior professionalism, and a firm desire to work collaboratively in a multi-disciplinary entrepreneurial environment. This candidate must have the following:

• University Degree in Occupational therapy
• Current registration in good standing with the Ontario College of Occupational Therapists (COTO)
• Member of the Ontario Society of Occupational Therapist (OSOT) is an asset.
• Clinical experience in neurological rehabilitation (physical, cognitive, sensory and psychosocial) and upper extremity rehabilitation for orthopedic conditions preferred.
• Experience in a private practice setting and independent contractor experience is an asset.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• A skilled listener who creates meaningful connections with clients and colleagues.
• Ability to adapt to a face-paced and challenging environment.
• Possess a diverse skillset and willingness to share and learn as their role grows.
• Thinks outside the box and demonstrates good judgment and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to manage their own caseload, respond to urgent issues, and consistently communicate with team members in a timely manner.
• Abide by college standards pertaining to client confidentiality, record keeping, informed consent, and practice as a licensed occupational therapist.
• Experience or interest in blogging and social media is an asset.
• Have a valid Driver’s Licence and access to a vehicle.
• Will comply with college standards in record keeping and complete reports according to client treatment plans in a timely manner.

* New graduates with a passion in making a difference in people’s lives are welcome to apply.

Commitment and Compensation

This is a part-time position with the ability to transition to full-time employment. The clinician should be able to service clients in-clinic and on occasion, the surrounding community, throughout the work week. Exact hours and days of operation can…