Occupational Therapist — Lifemark Physiotherapy Colchester

Develop your potential. Make a difference
Are you a passionate Occupational Therapist dedicated to enhancing the health and well-being of Canadians? At Lifemark, your work makes a real difference—expanding access to care and creating lasting impact in the communities you serve.

Location:

44 Esplanade Street

Status:  Permanent Full-Time

Schedule:

Monday - Friday

Additional Info:  Hybrid position

Your impact
Our OTs provide both individual and program-based treatments and assessments for individuals recovering from motor vehicle accidents and workplace injuries. They also play a pivotal role in supporting veterans, Canadian Armed Forces members, first responders, and individuals facing physical, cognitive and mental wellness goals.

In this role, you will:

Provide comprehensive, evidence-based Occupational Therapy services to clients

Apply clinical expertise and professional competence in the assessment, intervention, consultation, case management, discharge planning, education, and follow-up of clients

Perform clinical evaluations, including admission assessments, ADL assessments, specialized seating and positioning assessments

Identification of appropriate equipment needs with initiation of recommendations

Consult with local vendors regarding equipment trials and complete applications/funding letters to Ministry of Health, insurance agencies and other funding parties

Provide education on seating and positioning, independence with activities of daily living, wheelchairs and adaptive aides as well as providing ongoing education to clients and family to improve function, independence and safety

Provide ongoing evaluation of restraint use, wound prevention, falls, and injury prevention.

Record assessment and treatment interventions in the client's chart

Excel in a collaborative, inter-disciplinary team environment

Exhibit sound professional judgment

Are you the right fit?
As one of the largest networks of OTs in the nation, you will work within a supportive, multidisciplinary environment, delivering high-quality, client-centered care across multiple clinics, or specific clinic and community settings.

Key skills and qualifications include:

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Knowledge of current Occupational Therapy standards, modalities and scope of practice; or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Registered and in good standing with the College of Occupational Therapists in your province.

1-3 years of experience as an Occupational Therapist is preferred

Newly Licensed Graduates are accepted

Valid Driver's License and reliable vehicle may be required

In some cases, Valid Vulnerable Sector screening check

In some cases, Proof of Tuberculin (2-Step Mantoux Test) clearance (within 6 months)

Other Requirements:

Clinical experience is an asset in areas such as brain injury/neurological rehabilitation, mental health, musculoskeletal/orthopedic injury, home safety, ergonomics and/or return to work.

Passion for your profession and commitment to ongoing professional development

Superior interpersonal relations, communication, problem-solving, time management, computer and documentation skills

Proficiency in computer skills

Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively as a member of a multidisciplinary team

Proficiency in computer skills.

Bilingualism - French and English are assets.

Working at Lifemark
We believe that when our team members thrive, our patients feel the difference! We’re committed to empowering you to build a fulfilling career, providing the support you need to explore your interests and create your own path. Wherever you are in your career, Lifemark offers the support you need to succeed. You can develop your clinical skills and entrepreneurial spirit through collaboration…