Bring occupational therapy skills to Cape Breton Regional Hospital, providing assessment and treatment across hospital, home, and community settings.

Nova Scotia Health seeks a permanent full-time Occupational Therapist for the OPEZ Rapid Assessment Team OT department. Working under the Manager, you will support clients' optimal function in self-care, productivity, and leisure. The position requires independent caseload management, clinical decision-making, and daily prioritization.

Collaboration includes clients, caregivers, families, occupational therapy colleagues, and multidisciplinary hospital or community healthcare teams. Excellent interpersonal and written communication is essential for consultation, education, and follow-up.

Key Responsibilities:

- Consult with clients, caregivers, families, and healthcare providers




- Develop individualized treatment plans and functional goals
- Deliver treatment in hospital, home, and community settings
- Evaluate progress and complete required follow-up
- Support clinical education for students and related disciplines

Requirements:

- Occupational Therapy Bachelor of Science or equivalent
- Mandatory provincial occupational therapy registration
- BLS-C certification
- Solid oral, written, and interpersonal communication
- Flexibility across changing service and program needs

Use assessment, treatment planning, and communication skills to deliver occupational therapy throughout Cape Breton's healthcare settings.

📌 Community Occupational Therapist Cape Breton (Halifax Regional Municipality)
🏢 Nova Scotia Health Authority
📍 Halifax Regional Municipality