Occupational Therapist

Northern Health; Smithers; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a registered Occupational Therapist to join their Home and Community Care Rehab department. The role involves working independently and collaboratively to assess and implement treatment plans for clients in various settings. The position offers a comprehensive benefits package, including vacation and training opportunities, in a picturesque location with access to outdoor activities.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefit packages including extended health/dental

Four weeks vacation after one year of continuous service

Financial support for moving expenses

Employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities

Loan Forgiveness Programs for eligible professions

Qualifications

• Graduation from a recognized occupational therapy program and current registration with the College of Health and Care Professionals of British Columbia.
• Practice-specific requirements and experience in relevant programs.

Responsibilities

• Assessment, treatment planning, and implementation for clients.
• Education of clients and caregivers to promote functional independence.

Skills

Assessment and Treatment

Teaching

Communication

Critical Thinking

Teamwork

Education

Graduation from a recognized occupational therapy program

Tools

Meditech

Windows

Job description

Position Summary

Are you a registered Occupational Therapist looking to highlight your knowledge, skills, and abilities in a new and dynamic environment? We currently have an opportunity for you to bring your excellent work ethic to our Home and Community Care Rehab department.

In accordance with professional standards and the code of ethics outlined by the College of Health and Care Professionals of British Columbia, the Occupational Therapist works independently and collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team. Responsibilities include assessment, treatment planning and implementation, program planning, consultation, equipment prescription, and education of residents/clients/patients ('the client') and/or their caregivers to promote functional independence and achieve optimal health outcomes in inpatient, outpatient, residential, and community settings. The Occupational Therapist contributes to the organization and the overall goals of the profession and department; participates in quality assurance initiatives, meetings, research, and education; provides work direction to rehabilitation assistants; and contributes to departmental guidelines and continuous quality improvement initiatives. Administrative duties are performed as required.

Shift Rotation/Hours of work:

Monday to Thursday, Days - 08:00 to 15:48

Bulkley Lodge

Located in central Smithers, approximately five minutes from Bulkley Valley District Hospital, Bulkley Lodge is a stand-alone, long-term care home with 53 beds, including two respite beds and three short-stay beds. The facility offers daily therapeutic recreation services, pastoral and spiritual care, a volunteer program, and an on-site, integrated community Adult Day Program operating 7 days a week.

Smithers

Smithers, in the picturesque Bulkley Valley, is surrounded by three mountain ranges and offers an alpine setting with affordable housing and natural beauty. The town has a population of approximately 6,000, with an additional 5,000 from surrounding communities accessing services. Educational institutions include elementary schools, a secondary school, an alternate format school, and Coast Mountain College.

What Northern Health has to offer you!

• Comprehensive benefit packages including extended health/dental and a municipal pension plan for part-time and full-time employees. Casuals can opt to pay for benefits.
• Four weeks vacation after one year of continuous service
• Financial support for moving expenses for eligible positions
• Employee referral program
• Employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities
• Outdoor activities and short commutes in BC
• Loan Forgiveness Programs through Federal and BC Government for eligible professions

IMPORTANT NOTE:

During the application process, upload the following documentation:

• Registration number (if applicable)
• Supporting documents regarding education/qualifications, such as program certificates, diplomas, transcripts
• Cover letter and resume (recommended)

International Applicants

Follow steps on the Northern Health careers page before applying.

Qualifications

• Graduation from a recognized occupational therapy program and current registration with the College of Health and Care Professionals of British Columbia.
• Practice-specific requirements and experience in relevant programs.
• Valid BC Driver's license if required.

Skills and Abilities:

• Assessment and Treatment: Ability to perform client assessments and interventions.
• Teaching: Ability to educate clients and groups.
• Knowledge Integration: Use current research to inform practice.
• Communication: Effective verbal, written, and digital communication skills; conflict resolution.
• Critical Thinking: Data evaluation and decision-making skills.
• Human Caring and Relationship-Centered Practice: Promote client-focused care, cultural sensitivity, advocacy, and social justice.
• Management: Organize work, set objectives, collaborate within teams.
• Leadership: Promote morale, engagement, and professional growth.
• Teamwork: Foster collaboration and excellence in client care.
• Equipment: Proficient in Meditech, Windows, data analysis, and related equipment.
• Physical ability to perform duties.

Who we are

Northern Health covers nearly 600,000 sq km, serving over 300,000 people across numerous communities, including 55 First Nations communities. We employ over 7,000 staff, providing hospital and community-based health services with a wide range of career opportunities across hospitals, long-term care facilities, public health units, and more.