Temporary Occupational Therapist - Core OT VH

Who We Are

London Health Sciences Centre (LHSC) is a world-class academic health sciences centre located in the southwestern Ontario city of London. Just two hours from Toronto and two hours from Detroit, London features a beautiful and walkable downtown core located on the Thames River, a vibrant culinary scene and scores of activities that highlight local arts, culture and music. As one of Canada?s largest acute-care teaching hospitals, LHSC delivers world-class care and experiences, built on our commitment to excellence in research, innovation, and learning. In partnership with our communities, we design and advance healthcare to support the wellness of the populations we serve. LHSC delivers both local and regional services, including the Children?s Hospital, within a large geographic area. LHSC is known for its great people and great care, with a workforce of close to 15,000, dedicated to delivering the highest quality patient care while partnering with communities to transform health, one life at a time.

Posting Period

Open:         February 6, 2025

Deadline:   February 19, 2025

Non-Union

Department Name

Occupational Therapy -Core OT VH

The Occupational Therapist is accountable for providing occupational therapy services within the Medicine and SAMU units at Victoria Hospital. The occupational therapist will provide collaborative, evidence informed practice working closely with other Occupational Therapists, Occupational Therapists Assistants, and other members of the healthcare team. Coverage of additional surgical services may be required. The Occupational Therapist reports directly to the Manager, Health Disciplines and indirectly to the Manager, Orthopedic Surgery.

Temporary full-time

Rate of Pay:         $52.16 per hour - $65.20 per hour      

Hours of Work:     37.50 hours per week/ weekend coverage may be required

Duration:              Until January 8, 2026

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited University Program with a Baccalaureate Degree (Honours) or a Masters Degree in Occupational Therapy
• Current registration with the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario
• Current membership with the Canadian Association of Occupational Therapists and/or the Ontario Society of Occupational Therapists preferred
• Recent clinical experience in the assessment and treatment of acute orthopedic conditions preferred
• Demonstrated ability to work in a consultative model
• Demonstrated leadership in discharge planning and equipment recommendations
• Demonstrated ability to work in a consultative model
• Demonstrated competencies in interpersonal relations, communication (verbal and written), problem-solving, initiative, sound judgment, innovative practice and ethical decision-making
• Strongly developed spirit of inquiry and interest in furthering evidence informed practice
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively as an interdisciplinary team member
• Demonstrated competence in organization skills and effective time management
• Demonstrated knowledge of and commitment to the principles of patient and family centred care
• Demonstrated knowledge of and commitment to patient and staff safety
• Demonstrated practice and commitment to LHSC?s Vision, Purpose and Values
• Demonstrated ability to attend work on a regular basis

Immunization Requirements

Before beginning employment at LHSC, all new hires must provide documentation related to LHSC's Health Review requirements. For more information and a detailed list of requirements, please visit Health Review Requirements LHSC. 

Teaching, Learning and Research 

London Health Sciences Centre is proudly one of Canada?s largest acute-care teaching and research hospitals. LHSC has an unwavering commitment to lifelong learning, with education agreements in collaboration with over 55 schools, hospitals, and community agencies from across Ontario, Canada and internationally; among our many education partners, our three regional partners are Western University, Fanshawe College, and Thames Valley District School Board. LHSC provides students with a place that they can learn and discover knowledge and skills to take them forward in their careers as health care professionals. Approximately 2,900 Nursing, Health and other students ranging from secondary school to university graduate level programs receive training at LHSC every year. As an employee of LHSC, you will be expected to engage in role-related teaching, professional development, and research activities in addition to standard position duties and responsibilities. 

If interested in this role, please apply with a resume that outlines all current and previous experience relevant to the position. 

We are committed to providing a safe, healthy and inclusive work environment that inspires respect. LHSC is committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace and welcomes applications from equity-denied groups including Indigenous people, racialized people, women, persons with disabilities, and 2SLGBTQIA+ persons. LHSC is also committed to ensuring an accessible and inclusive recruitment process. Upon individual request, we will endeavor to remove any barrier to the hiring process to reasonably accommodate candidates, including those with disabilities, while maintaining a fair, consistent and equitable recruitment approach. Should any applicant require accommodation through the application, interview or selection processes, please contact Recruitment Services at 519-685-8500, extension #34321 or recruitment@lhsc.on.ca. 

As part of the selection process applicants may be required to complete an examination or test. Please be advised that an internal reference check may be conducted as part of the selection process. 

Thank you for your interest in this opportunity. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.