Occupational Therapist

Union:  Non-Union Number of Vacancies:  1 Replacement or new Role:  New Site: Toronto General Hospital Department: Allied Health  Reports to : Allied Health Manager Hours:  Casual Salary:  $44.45 - $55.57 Hourly  Status:  Casual Shifts:  Day Shift Closing Date:  November 10, 2026 Job Summary Working under the direction of the Operational Manager and in collaboration with other members of the inter-disciplinary team, the Occupational therapist will assess and treat patients, delegate appropriate duties to OTA/ PTA, provide student supervision and maintain best practice standards in accordance with UHN policies and procedures. This position would provide casual support for weekday and weekend coverage in various areas based on departmental needs. Duties • Provide quality occupational therapy services to patients at Toronto General and Princess Margaret Hospitals within the framework of patient centered care • Communicate effectively with members of the inter-professional team • Provide education to patients, their families, occupational therapy students and interdisciplinary team members • Participate in interdisciplinary rounds, meetings, committees and quality initiatives in the Department and relevant Programs/Services • Assist with coverage of other service areas where required • Completion of a Masters of Science Degree in Occupational Therapy (M.Sc. (OT)) or equivalent • Current registration with the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario • Member of Canadian Association of Occupational Therapists (CAOT) and/or Ontario Society of Occupational Therapists (OSOT) is preferred • 1-2 years experience in an acute care hospital is preferred • Experience with acute patients preferred • Experience with Surgical, Oncology, GIM, Cardiovascular, Transplant, MSICU, &/or Nephrology patients an asset • Experience with psychosocial and physical health and related assessment and intervention skills addressing occupational performance • Experience with splinting, neurological dysfunction, as well as seating and positioning is preferred • Excellent interpersonal, time management and organizational skills • Demonstrates strong and effective written, oral, and nonverbal communication skills • Must be able to perform the physical demands of the job Why join UHN? In addition to working alongside some of the most talented and inspiring healthcare professionals in the world, UHN offers a wide range of benefits, programs and perks. It is the comprehensiveness of these offerings that makes it a differentiating factor, allowing you to find value where it matters most to you, now and throughout your career at UHN. • Competitive offer packages • Government organization and a member of the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP https://hoopp.com/ ) • Close access to Transit and UHN shuttle service • A flexible work environment • Opportunities for development and promotions within a large organization • Additional perks (multiple corporate discounts including: travel, restaurants, parking, phone plans, auto insurance discounts, on-site gyms, etc.) Current UHN employees must have successfully completed their probationary period, have a good employee record along with satisfactory attendance in accordance with UHN's attendance management program, to be eligible for consideration.   All applications must be submitted before the posting close date. UHN uses email to communicate with selected candidates.  Please ensure you check your email regularly. At University Health Network (UHN), artificial intelligence technologies may be used to assist in the screening, assessment, and selection of candidates for this position. Please be advised that a Criminal Record Check may be required of the successful candidate. Should