VACANCY NUMBER: 43995CG

JOB TITLE: OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST, CPT

STATUS: CASUAL PART TIME

DEPARTMENT: OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY

LOCATION: MAROTTA FAMILY HOSPITAL, ST. CATHARINES

HOURS OF WORK: AVAILABILITY IS REQUIRED FOR DAYS, AFTERNOONS, NIGHTS, WEEKENDS, AND STATUTORY HOLIDAYS. SHIFTS MAY BE OFFERED IN ADVANCE OR ARISE ON SHORT NOTICE, INCLUDING LAST-MINUTE CALL-INS, BASED ON OPERATIONAL NEEDS

POSTING DATE: 06 AUGUST 2026

CLOSING DATE: 12 AUGUST 2026

UNION: ONTARIO PUBLIC SERVICE EMPLOYEE'S UNION

WAGE RANGE: $40.36 TO $56.30 PER HOUR

POSITION OBJECTIVE:

Working to promote excellence, quality patient/client-centered care and high professional standards, the Occupational Therapist will be responsible for the provision and delivery of quality Occupational Therapy Services. The objective of the Occupational Therapist is to provide safe and competent care through the application of professional knowledge, the technical aspects of professional practice and the demonstration of compassion, professionalism and respect. Weekend coverage required.

Mentorship available for recent graduates.

QUALIFICATIONS:

o Registered with the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario o Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Occupational Therapy o Applies knowledge, skills, judgment and competencies required for safe, independent and interprofessional practice by meeting professional practice standards as outlined by the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario o Applies NH values and qualified practice standards to patient/client centred care and service o Demonstrated commitment to patient/client centred care o Demonstrated ability to perform assessments, develop quality patient/client programming,



and facilitate patient discharge o Demonstrated ability to support, explain, and instruct patients and their families in understanding the clinical procedures to facilitate optimum health status o Evidence of effective organizational, interpersonal, communication, judgment and decision-making skills o Integrates reflection, critical thinking, education and relevant practical experience in problem solving o Evidence of accurate and timely documentation according to best practice guidelines o Must be able to bend, reach, lift and transfer patients on a frequent basis throughout the day o Ability to work effectively both independently and within an inter-disciplinary team o Flexible, self-directed and able to work effectively with minimal supervision o Working knowledge of computers and Microsoft Office Programs o Consistent and regular attendance required

Questions, quoting the job posting number may be directed to [email protected]

How to Apply:

If you are interested in this position, please visit our careers page by 11:59pm August 12, 2026 and submit an application through eRecruit. (Reference Job Posting #43995) Please note - you will need to create an eRecruit profile to apply.

This position is an existing vacancy at Niagara Health.



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