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 new graduates.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Registered with the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario

Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Occupational Therapy

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

Applies NH values and professional practice standards to patient/client centred care and service

Demonstrated commitment to patient/client centred care

Demonstrated ability to perform assessments, develop quality patient/client programming, and facilitate patient discharge

Demonstrated ability to support, explain, and instruct patients and their families in understanding the clinical procedures to facilitate optimum health status

Evidence of effective organizational, interpersonal, communication, judgment and decision-making skills

Integrates reflection, critical thinking,



education and relevant practical experience in problem solving

Evidence of accurate and timely documentation according to best practice guidelines

Must be able to bend, reach, lift and transfer patients on a frequent basis throughout the day

Ability to work effectively both independently and within an inter-disciplinary team

Flexible, self-directed and able to work effectively with minimal supervision

Working knowledge of computers and Microsoft Office Programs

Consistent and regular attendance required

At Niagara Health, we value diversity, equity and inclusion, and welcome applications from all people. We are especially interested in hearing from you if you are excited about being part of a respectful and hard-working team in the beautiful Niagara Region, have a passion for service and excellence in healthcare, have a background or related expertise in the healthcare workplace, supporting patient care and providing extraordinary customer-service.

In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code, Niagara Health will provide accommodations through the recruitment process to applicants with disabilities. If selected to participate in the recruitment and selection process, please inform Human Resources of the nature of any accommodation(s) that you may require in respect of any materials or processes used to ensure your equal participation.

At Niagara Health, we are committed to advancing diversity, equity and inclusion. As a part of this work, we collect information on Ontario Human Rights Code grounds and non-Code grounds in order to: hire and retain diverse talent, prevent and/or address systemic barriers to access and opportunity, improve service delivery and programs and advance diversity and inclusion overall. All identification questions are optional and include a "prefer not to answer" option.

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📌 Occupational Therapist (Ontario)
🏢 Niagara Health
📍 Ontario