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Pays $38.43-$50.99/hr — Occupational Therapist market median is ~$109k (393 jobs)

Nova Scotia Health and IWK Health logo
Nova Scotia Health and IWK Health
Various Sites, Nova Scotia

Occupational Therapist - Rehabilitation Services - Provincial

Occupational TherapistIncludes callIncludes weekendsFull-Time
Posted 4mo ago · Verified live

About the Role

Occupational therapist in Nova Scotia. $80K-$106K. Full benefits. Pension. Work in hospital, home, or community. May require weekends. Beautiful Atlantic lifestyle.

Join Nova Scotia Health and IWK Health as a Occupational Therapist - Rehabilitation Services - Provincial in Various Sites, Nova Scotia.

Requirements

  • 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.
  • If you have any questions or would like more information on our opportunities, programs, and communities, please contact us recruitment. services-nsha@nshealth. ca.

Benefits & Compensation

  • Pay rate: $38.43 - $50.99/hour.
  • Pension plan offered.

Work Schedule

  • Full-Time position.
  • Call responsibilities required.
  • Weekend coverage may be required.
  • Flexible scheduling available.

Work with Nova Scotia Health and IWK Health in Various Sites, Nova Scotia.

Key Responsibilities

The Occupational Therapist collaborates with clients and families to restore and maintain optimal function in self-care, productivity, and leisure. They provide assessment, treatment, and education across hospital, home, and community settings while supervising OT assistants and students.

Licensure & Certifications

Candidates must hold a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Occupational Therapy and be licensed by the College of Occupational Therapists of Nova Scotia. BLS-C certification and access to reliable transportation are also required.

Qualifications

Education
Master's degree (postgraduate degree)
Experience
2+ years of experience

Certifications

BLS (preferred)

Key Skills

Patient AssessmentTreatment PlanningClinical JudgementInterprofessional CollaborationCase ManagementPatient EducationWritten CommunicationOral CommunicationClinical SupervisionPatient Evaluation

Position Insights

AI ANALYSIS

This role scores 3.0/10 on work-life balance for Occupational Therapist roles.

Career trajectory: This position offers advancement within 2-3 years. The compensation analysis shows this employer pays...

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About Nova Scotia Health and IWK Health

Hospitals and Health Care
Halifax Regional Municipality & Waterville, Nova Scotia
1,001-5,000 employees
Website

Benefits & Perks

Health insurance
Dental insurance
Travel insurance
Long-term disability
Life insurance
Defined benefit pension plan

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