Occupational Therapist

Vancouver Island Health Authority; Duncan; Vor Ort; CAD 62.000 - 77.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Vancouver Island Health Authority is seeking an Occupational Therapist in Duncan, BC, to assess, treat and educate patients within a multidisciplinary health care team. The role requires current licensure in BC and eligibility for CAOT membership.

Graduates from an accredited OT program with strong clinical assessment skills and effective written and verbal communication are encouraged to apply. The position offers regular full-time hours and a stable site network across VIHA facilities.

Qualifikationen

• Graduation from a recognized university program in Occupational Therapy.
• Current licensure with the College of Health and Care Professionals of BC as an Occupational Therapist.
• Eligible for CAOT membership.

Aufgaben

• Assess, treat, educate and manage patients receiving occupational therapy services.
• Work as part of a multidisciplinary health care team.

Kenntnisse

Prioritize & organize

Observe & assess

Judgment & tact

Communication

Team collaboration

Public relations

Physical & emotional stamina

Computerized systems

Ausbildung

OT degree

Jobbeschreibung

Work Area (FBA Only)

Multi-Site

No

Travel Requirement

Shift Start Time/End Time

0800-1600

Days Off

Vacancy Type

Regular FT

Salary Range (Hourly Rate)

$45.15 - $56.17

Paid FTE

1.0

Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS

75.0

Planned Start Date

Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY)

Pending Return of Incumbent

No

CRC required? (employee will be working with or have access to children or vulnerable adults and requires a Criminal Record Check)

Required for Professional Registration

Job Description

In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority, patient safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone at VIHA; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.

Under general supervision and as part of a multidisciplinary health care team, the Occupational Therapist assesses treats, educates and manages patients/clients receiving occupational therapy services.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education, Training And Experience

Graduation from a recognized university program in Occupational Therapy. Current licensure in a practicing category with the College of Health and Care Professionals of BC as an Occupational Therapist. Eligible for membership in the Canadian Association of Occupational Therapists (CAOT). Knowledge of current Occupational Therapy standards, modalities and scope of practice; or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Valid BC Driver's License.

Skills And Abilities

• Prioritize, organize and problem-solve
• Observe and assess clients/patients
• Demonstrate sound judgment, tact and empathy
• Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing
• Deal with others effectively
• Participate as a member of a multidisciplinary team
• Foster good public relations
• Physically and emotionally able to perform the duties of the position
• Operate related equipment, including computerized systems