Location:Central Zone, Dartmouth General HospitalDepartment:OPCZ DGH & TA's Occupational TherapyType of Employment:Casual Hourly PT long-assignment (70%) x 1Union:NSGEU Healthcare PositionPosting Closing Date:30-Oct-26About The OpportunityReporting to the Program Manager, this Occupational Therapy position works in outpatient hand therapy. The Occupational Therapist (OT) works in collaboration with the client, caregivers and family to facilitate, restore and/or maintain the patient/clients optimal level of function in the areas of self-care, productivity and leisure. The OT provides consultation, assessment, treatment, evaluation and follow-up while working within the hospital. The OT, in collaboration with the client, establishes individualized treatment plans and goals, independently manages a busy caseload and uses clinical judgement and decision-making skills to prioritize issues on a daily basis. The OT provides education and support to clients, families and caregivers. The OT functions as both a member of an occupational therapy clinical team and a multidisciplinary healthcare team. The OT contributes to the clinical education of OT students and related health disciplines and for supervision of OT Assistants. The OT is responsible for adhering to the Nova Scotia Health policies and procedures and to the professional standards of our licensing body, the Nova Scotia College of Occupational Therapists.About YouBachelor of Science in Occupational Therapy or equivalentLicensure with the provincial regulatory body, the College of Occupational Therapists of Nova ScotiaPrevious experience working with burns, plastics and orthopedic patient population considered an assetPrevious experience in custom splinting and fabrication considered an assetAbility to help develop, establish and integrate the role of OT in an inter-skilled practice settingBCLSExcellent oral and written communication skills,



with the ability to facilitate education programs and interact positively with patients/clients, families, other health care providers and staffCommitment to promoting a culture of respect that supports safety, ethical practices, cultural awareness and organizational healthAbility to work independently and as part of a team, while effectively planning, organizing, and supervising, and liaising with external partnersAbility to be flexible and adjust to the changing needs of the service and the program/facilityCompetencies in other languages an asset, French preferredHoursLong assignment part-time position; 52.5 hours biweeklyApproximately 14 monthsCompensation And Benefits$38.43 - $49.74 hourly$52.77 hourly with 25 years' service with the employerSuccessful candidates may be eligible for our benefits package which includes health, dental, travel, long-term disability, and life insurance coverage as well as a defined benefit pension plan.What You'll Love About Nova Scotia HealthNova Scotia Health is more than the province's largest provider of health services; we're a team driven by excellence in health, healing and learning. Across hospitals, health centres and community programs, our people deliver innovative, high-quality care that impacts lives across Nova Scotia and Atlantic Canada.From vibrant city life to scenic coastal communities, Nova Scotia offers a lifestyle as rewarding as the work itself. At Nova Scotia Health, you'll find meaningful career opportunities, supportive teams and the work-life balance to enjoy everything our beautiful province has to offer. Join us and discover why so many people are choosing to call Nova Scotia home.Nova Scotia Health is committed to being a workforce that is free of discrimination, values diversity, and is representative, at all job levels, of the people we serve. We encourage all qualified applicants who self-identify as Indigenous, Black/African Nova Scotian, Persons of Colour, Foreign Nationals/Newcomers, Persons with Disabilities, and 2SLGBTQIA+ to apply and self-identify.#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Occupational Therapist - Rehabilitation & Supportive Care Services - Part Time (Shubenacadie)
🏢 Dartmouth General Hospital
📍 Shubenacadie