Nova Scotia Health Authority

Occupational Therapy Assistant - Rehabilitation Services

Nova Scotia Health Authority  •  Sydney, CA (Onsite)  •  7 hours ago
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Job Description

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​Req ID: 228615

Location: Eastern Zone, Cape Breton Regional Hospital

Department: OPEZ Occupational Therapy Phys Med CBR

Type of Employment: Permanent Hourly PT (50%) x 1

Union: UNIFOR Healthcare Position

Posting Closing Date: 9-Nov-26

About the Opportunity

Reporting to the Program Manager of the Rehabilitation and Supportive Care Services portfolio, and under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist, the Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) completes therapeutic and technical support duties in the delivery of occupational therapy services to Cape Breton Regional Hospital (CBRH) clients both independently and collaboratively with health care team members and students. The Occupational Therapy Assistant is responsible to adhere to CBRH policies and procedures and may be required to provide services throughout the Rehabilitation and Supportive Care Services portfolio.

About You

We would love to hear from you if you have the following:

  • Graduation from a recognized community college occupational assistant program
  • Annual BCLS certification
  • Previous experience and/or knowledge of seating and mobility systems an asset
  • Previous experience splinting and/or hand therapy considered an asset
  • Strong communication, creativity, problem-solving and organizational skills are required
  • Must be adaptable, flexible and demonstrate initiative
  • Able to work independently and collaboratively with health care team members, clients, caregivers and students
  • Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferred

Please ensure your resume is up to date and includes all relevant education, experience, training, and certifications.

Hours

  • Permanent part-time position; 37.5 hours biweekly

Compensation and Benefits

$25.83 - $30.84 hourly

$31.92 hourly with 25 years' experience

Successful 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 Health

Nova 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.

Once You've Applied

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

​This is a Healthcare bargaining unit position. Preference is given to bargaining unit employees for unionized positions.

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, 2SLGBTQIA+ to apply and self-identify.

Nova Scotia Health Authority

About Nova Scotia Health Authority

We are Nova Scotia Health. We are rural and urban. We are in hospitals, health centres and community. We serve individuals and communities from Yarmouth to Cape Breton, from Amherst to Halifax, and everything in between.

We are researchers and learners, looking for new ways to prevent and treat disease and maintain health. We are partners – with community groups, schools, government, foundations and auxiliaries, community health boards and, most importantly, with you.

Most of all, we are a community of caring, compassionate people who care deeply about health, healing and learning. Together with you, we will create a healthier Nova Scotia.

Mission: Working together to achieve excellence in health, healing and learning

Vision: Healthy people, healthy communities – for generations

Industry
Healthcare & Social Services
Company Size
10,000+ employees
Headquarters
Halifax, CA
Year Founded
2015
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