Occupational Therapist-professional Practice Lead-full Time

TORONTO GRACE HEALTH CENTRE Join our Team!

We are actively recruiting for

Occupational Therapist Professional Practice Leader

Permanent Full Time

The Toronto Grace Health Centre (TGHC) provides specialized care and services to individuals who require Complex Continuing Care, Post-Acute Care Rehabilitation, Palliative Care, Wound Care, Respiratory Therapy, and Transitional & Remote Care. The care and services provided at TGHC helps facilitate patient flow through the health care system and ensures recovery so our patients can return to their homes or to Long Term Care (LTC) facilities in their communities. TGHC operates in 2 sites – the Main site (Church& Bloor St), Harbour Light and a Specialized Care Centre (Victoria Park & McNicoll)

As a compassionate, caring, and influential team member, you will make a personal difference in the quality of life of our patients. If you want to work in an environment where every face is familiar and where care and commitment flow to patients and staff equally, join our team and become part of the Toronto Grace family.

Position Summary:

The Allied Health Department at the Salvation Army, Toronto Grace Health Centre is currently seeking an Occupational Therapist Professional Practice Leader. The Occupational Therapist Professional Practice Leader will promote a patient and family centered care approach. You will do this by collaborating with an interdisciplinary team of care providers in a supportive and culturally sensitive manner. You have clinical lead expertise, competence, and technical skills as related to the position. You are also flexible to changing priorities and committed to continuous learning and professional development. In addition to the professional practice lead you will work hands on as an occupational therapist. The occupational therapist will the provide holistic client centered care in accordance with the standards of practice of the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario. The Occupational Therapist creates a therapy program individualized to each patient based on the patients’ abilities, limitations and goals. The aim of the service is to assist the patient to achieve the optimum level of cognitive and physical functioning in order to improve quality of life. The Occupational Therapist will have great interpersonal skills, and will effortlessly connect with physicians, staff, patients, and families. This position will report to the Allied Health Manager and will take a leadership role in supporting the manager and act as a resource to support the occupational therapy team and students advocating and providing exceptional health care to patients and families. This position supports the Hospital’s mandate by advancing care through teaching and contributes to the shared responsibility of ensuring health and safety policies are followed to provide for a healthy environment for staff, physicians, volunteers, learners, patients, and families.

Responsibility:

•Liaise with the College determine changes to legislation and practice change

•Monitors changes to relevant policies as per the College and provides updates

•Attend monthly committee meetings

•Representation at Interprofessional Practice Committee

•Facilitates educational activities

•Assumes responsibility and accountability for the provision of patient care utilizing current Occupational Therapy theory, best practices and the principles of patient centered care, in accordance with the standards of practice, regulations and ethics of the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario.

•Identifies, supports, and respects patient and family concerns, needs, wishes and goals.

•Consults with the patient and family to prescribe the patient a mobility device, introduce an alternative way to participate in activities and/or modify the patient’s environment to support their needs and ensure their safety

•Evaluates the individualized care plan through discussion with the patient and/or family

•Maintains accurate and current clinical records in accordance with the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario and Toronto Grace Hospital guidelines.

•Supervision for students and volunteers in accordance with the Standards of the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario and colleges and universities

•Participates in the development, implementation and evaluation of services/ programs ensuring that services/ programs are evidence based and integrated in a coordinated manner.

•Applies critical thinking, knowledge of evidence-based practice, and leadership skills to enhance problem solving and decision making.

•Ability to collaborate effectively with all members of the health-care team including patients and families

•Demonstrated resilience to adapt to an ever-changing environment

•Acts as resource and advocate for patients and families and colleagues.

•Provides cross unit/program coverage as appropriate.

•Upholds the policies and procedures of the Toronto Grace Health Centre.

•Performs other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications:

•Bachelor of Science degree in Occupational Therapy from a recognized University

•Registration in good standing with the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario.

•Membership in the Canadian Association of Occupational Therapists or Ontario Society of Occupational Therapists an asset.

•3 years of experience in the field.

•Advanced clinical education an asset.

•Current Basic Cardiopulmonary Life Saving course preferred.

•Demonstrates initiative and self-direction.

•Highly motivated individual with excellent interpersonal and communication skills

•ADP authorizer preferred

•Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English

•Commitment to continuous learning, improvement and evidence-based practice

•Excellent attention to detail and efficient time management skills

•Demonstrated computer skills knowledge of MS Word, Excel, Power Point and Outlook

•Excellent attendance record

•Must have the physical strength, flexibility and endurance required to perform the job, as determined by the physical needs assessment of the position conducted by Occupational Health Services

To apply for this exciting career opportunity, please email your resume and cover letter to jobs@torontograce.org. by referencing the job posting #OT PPL-Full Time. Please visit our website to learn more about the rewards of building a career at the Toronto Grace Health Centre. We are a “Great Place to Work”. Toronto Grace Health Centre is committed to inclusive and accessible employment practices. If you require accommodation during any stage of the recruitment process, please notify the Human Resources Department.

Thank you for your interest in the Toronto Grace Health Centre. Please note that only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

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