Occupational Therapist - Kamloops, BC

Lifemark; Kamloops; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player in senior wellness is seeking an Occupational Therapist to join their dynamic team in Kamloops. This role offers the chance to make a real impact by conducting clinical evaluations, providing education on adaptive aids, and consulting with vendors for necessary equipment. With a commitment to fostering innovative thinking and supporting career development, this organization is dedicated to creating an inclusive environment where all staff can thrive. If you are passionate about improving the lives of seniors and want to work in a supportive and collaborative setting, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Must be registered with the Provincial Association of Occupational Therapists.
• Experience in Long Term Care is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct clinical evaluations and assessments for clients.
• Provide education on seating, positioning, and daily living activities.
• Consult with vendors regarding equipment needs and funding.

Skills

Clinical Evaluations

ADL Assessments

Consultation with Vendors

Education on Adaptive Aids

Wound Prevention

Record Keeping

Education

Registration with the Provincial Association of Occupational Therapists

Experience in Long Term Care

Job description

Lifemark Seniors Wellness presents an exciting opportunity for an Occupational Therapist to join our growing team!

Location: Kamloops, BC
Status: 15 hours/week, flexible hours available

Pay range: $55 - $65/hour

In this role you will:

• Perform clinical evaluations, including admission assessments, ADL assessments, specialized seating and positioning assessments.
• Identify appropriate equipment needs with initiation of recommendations.
• Consult with local vendors regarding equipment trials and complete applications/funding letters to the Ministry of Health, insurance agencies, and other funding parties.
• Provide informal education on seating and positioning, independence with activities of daily living, wheelchairs, and adaptive aids, as well as ongoing education to clients and families to improve function, independence, and safety.
• Provide ongoing evaluation of restraint use, wound prevention, falls, and injury prevention.
• Record assessment and treatment interventions in the client's chart as per guidelines established by the College of Occupational Therapists.

Qualifications:

• Registration with the Provincial Association of Occupational Therapists.
• Experience in Long Term Care preferred.

Mandatory requirement: Valid Vulnerable Sector screening check and proof of Tuberculin (2-Step Mantoux Test) clearance (within 6 months).

Lifemark Seniors Wellness is one of the largest rehabilitation-focused companies dedicated to providing therapy solutions for seniors. With over 30 years of experience, we are a preferred partner of more than 185 LTC homes, 55 retirement communities, and provide over 180 senior dwellings with physiotherapy, occupational therapy, and therapeutic group exercise programming. As Canada's largest physiotherapy company, our purpose is: Movement to a better life. For our staff, the Lifemark difference is based on 4 pillars: we foster innovative thinking; assist with career development; support personal health and wellness; and are devoted to making a real impact in the communities that we live and work in.

Inclusion
We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where people from all backgrounds can thrive. Improving inclusion and equity is a collective responsibility. Lifemark promotes equal employment opportunities for all job applicants, including but not limited to those self-identifying as a member of the employment equity groups: Indigenous peoples, newcomers to Canada, women, and visible minorities.

Accommodation
Accommodations are available on request for all candidates taking part in any aspect of the recruitment and selection process. Email us at talent at lifemark.ca.

Apply today! Visit www.lifemark.ca for more information about us!