Occupational therapist staffing and jobs across Canada
Occupational therapists and the programs that need them. We connect registered occupational therapists with contract, relief and permanent roles in hospitals, rehab, long-term care, community programs and clinics across Canada.
- Free for candidates. Always.
- Licences verified with the regulator
- Every province and territory except Quebec
Helping people do the things that matter to them
Occupational therapists help people take part in daily life after injury, illness, disability or aging. They assess function, adapt tasks and environments, and teach strategies and equipment use.
Function and independence
Self-care, mobility, cognition, return to work and home safety assessments.
Equipment and environment
Seating and positioning, adaptive equipment, home modifications and discharge planning.
Mental health and community
Group programs, routines, skill building and community reintegration.
Where occupational therapists work
OT roles run from inpatient rehab to the client's own home.
Hospital
Stroke, orthopaedic, brain injury, spinal cord and acute care discharge planning.
Hospital staffingLong-term care
Seating, positioning, falls prevention and restorative programs.
Long-term care staffingHome and community care
In-home assessments and equipment, helping people stay at home.
Home and community care staffingMental health and addictions
Community and inpatient programs.
Mental health and addictions staffingAllied health and private practice
Hand therapy, plus workplace and insurer-referred rehab.
Allied health clinic staffingHow it works
For occupational therapists
- Submit your profileShare your registration details.
- Tell us what you wantThe setting, caseload and schedule.
- We verifyYour registration, with your consent.
- We introduce youTo suitable employers and support the offer and start.
For employers
- Describe the needThe program and the OT role.
- We searchRegistered occupational therapists.
- We verifyRegistration and references.
- You decideYou interview and decide.
Services that apply: contract and relief staffing and direct hire.
Occupational therapy is regulated in every province
An OT must be registered with the regulator in the province where they practise.
Occupational therapy is regulated in all provinces. It is not regulated in Yukon, the Northwest Territories or Nunavut, where employer requirements differ.
The National Occupational Therapy Certification Examination (NOTCE), administered by the Canadian Association of Occupational Therapists (CAOT), is part of registration in the regulated provinces. CAOT is the professional association, not a regulator.
The title "occupational therapist" is protected, so employers should only hire registered OTs into OT roles.
Our process: We check the public register or confirm with the regulator before presenting an OT. We report any conditions or restrictions we find. Read more on our credentialing and compliance page.
Internationally educated OTs and those moving provinces: registration is applied for with the destination regulator. The regulator decides, and timing varies. We can direct you to the starting point.
Regulators by province and territory
| Province or territory | Regulator |
|---|---|
| British Columbia | College of Health and Care Professionals of BC (CHCPBC) |
| Alberta | Alberta College of Occupational Therapists (ACOT) |
| Saskatchewan | Saskatchewan College of Occupational Therapists (SCOT) |
| Manitoba | College of Occupational Therapists of Manitoba (COTM) |
| Ontario | College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario (COTO) |
| New Brunswick | New Brunswick Association of Occupational Therapists (NBAOT) |
| Nova Scotia | Nova Scotia Occupational Therapy Regulator (NSOTR) |
| Prince Edward Island | Prince Edward Island College of Occupational Therapists |
| Newfoundland and Labrador | Newfoundland and Labrador Occupational Therapy Board (NLOTB) |
| Yukon, Northwest Territories and Nunavut | Occupational therapy is not regulated. Employer requirements differ. |
What you can expect from us
Healthcare only
We recruit for healthcare, so we understand the difference between a neuro rehab OT and a community OT.
Registration first
We verify before presenting.
Your consent
Candidates are never submitted without permission.
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Nursing care in rehab settings.
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Home and community care staffing.
Home and community care staffingMental health and addictions
Mental health and addictions staffing.
Mental health and addictions staffingFrequently asked questions
Do you place OTs on contract and relief?
Yes, where employers have a need, including leave coverage and vacancies. Tell us your province, setting and availability and we will let you know what fits. Contract and relief arrangements depend on the employer and on your registration in the province of work.
Can an OT registered in one province work in another?
You must register with the regulator in the province where you will practise. Mobility rules may simplify the application. Contact that regulator for current requirements, since each province sets its own process and timelines. Tell us your situation through the candidate or employer form and we will give you a straight answer, with no obligation.
Do you recruit occupational therapy assistants?
Our focus here is registered OTs. Occupational therapy assistants and rehab assistants are separate support roles. Tell us about support role needs through the employer form and we will let you know if we can help. Tell us your situation through the candidate or employer form and we will give you a straight answer, with no obligation.
Which exam do occupational therapists write to register in Canada?
The National Occupational Therapy Certification Examination (NOTCE), administered by the Canadian Association of Occupational Therapists. Your provincial regulator confirms exactly what applies to you, including any other requirements for registration in that province. Tell us your situation through the candidate or employer form and we will give you a straight answer, with no obligation.
Does it cost anything to submit my profile?
No. Free for candidates. Always. We are paid by the facility, never by you. You can submit your profile, talk through roles and decide on introductions without paying anything at any stage, and there are no placement fees or hidden charges on your side.
What do you do with my personal information?
We use it to match you with roles and verify registration, with your consent, and we follow Canadian privacy law. Nothing is shared with an employer without your permission, and you can ask us what we hold about you at any time. Read the details in our Privacy Policy.
Ready when you are
Not sure which fits? Contact us. We do not currently place in Quebec.
I am an occupational therapist
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