Lifemark Student Bursary
- Toronto, ON, Canada
$15,000 CAD / year
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Job details
- Pay
- $15,000 CAD / year
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
Original job description
Lifemark believes in higher education! We are proud to be offering Lifemark's Student Bursary to participants in the pursuit of post-secondary education in the field of healthcare services as a Physiotherapist or Occupational Therapist. This bursary is consistent with Lifemark's commitment to continuous learning and growth providing financial support to students who want to reach their highest potential.
What We are Offering:
$5,000 bursary with a 1 year post-graduation commitment to be paid in one lump sum to the awarded applicant within 30 days of being awarded the bursary.
$10,000 bursary with a 2 year post-graduation commitment to be paid in one lump sum to the awarded applicant within 30 days of being awarded the bursary
$15,000 bursary with a 3 year post-graduation commitment to be paid in one lump sum to the awarded applicant within 30 days of being awarded the bursary
As per Canada Revenue Regulations, the bursary amount is taxable. To learn more visit the CRA website
Who Can Apply:
- Full-Time students in good academic standing.
- Currently attending an Occupational Therapy or Physiotherapy Masters program which is either:
- Domestic: Canadian regulated institution
- International: Program recognized by the regulatory college in the province the applicant plans to practice.
- Applicant must currently be enrolled in their 1st year or first half of their 2nd year of a Masters PT or OT program.
- Must be legally entitled to work in Canada post graduation. If you are unable to meet this expectation, please email Campus.Recruitment@Lifemark.ca, to learn of other possible opportunities.
- Students prepared to commit to working with Lifemark Health Group for 1, 2 or 3 years following graduation.
As per Canada Revenue Agency regulations, the bursary amount is taxable. To learn more: CRA
Application Requirements:
- Curriculum Vitae along with cover letter that includes the following:
- Introduction of themselves and why they should be the recipient of the bursary.
- Example(s) of demonstrated interest in and contribution in their community through active participation in volunteer activities at school and/or within their community.
- At least 1 letter of reference from a community or educational member.
- Proof of enrollment in their program (OT/PT).
- List their top 3 locations they wish to be employed in by Lifemark Health Group. This is not a guarantee but will be taken into consideration. Regional commitment will be defined by the PL and RD.
Instructions: File/Essay Upload
- Please add a copy of your essay to the upload screen along with resume and reference letter.
- For salary expectations please enter $5,000, 10,000 or $15,000 annually based on the bursary applying for.
Candidates meeting all the above requirements will be invited to an introductory interview with a Lifemark Campus Recruiter
More about this job
Responsibilities
The bursary recipient will study full-time in a Masters physiotherapy or occupational therapy program. After graduation, they will work with Lifemark Health Group for a 1, 2 or 3 year commitment, in a region they name as a preference.
Requirements
Candidates need to be full-time students in good standing in a Masters PT or OT program, in their first year or first half of second year. They must be legally able to work in Canada after graduation and submit a cover letter, CV, essay, reference letter and proof of enrollment.
Skills
- Physiotherapy
- Occupational therapy
- Community volunteering
- Academic achievement
- Written communication
- Clinical reasoning
Benefits
- Student bursary of $5,000, $10,000 or $15,000
Categories
- Healthcare
- Education
Keywords
- Student bursary
- Physiotherapy
- Occupational therapy
- Masters program
- Scholarship
- Healthcare
- Lifemark
- Campus recruitment
- Post-graduation commitment
- Clinical placement
Seniority
Entry level
Fields of study
- Physiotherapy
- Occupational therapy