OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST

Northern Health - BC; Fort St. John; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Northern Health is seeking a registered Occupational Therapist to contribute to our Occupational Therapy & Recreation department. You will perform assessments and interventions related to patients' occupational performance following established OT practices and provincial college standards.

As part of the team, you will work under the supervision of the Lead Occupational Therapist and rotate between acute physical/medical inpatient wards and outpatient services, collaborating with a

Qualifications

• Registered Occupational Therapist with knowledge of occupational therapy practices.
• Ability to perform assessments and interventions related to patients' occupational performance.
• Works under the general supervision of the Lead Occupational Therapist.
• Rotates between acute inpatient wards and outpatient services.
• Collaborates with a multidisciplinary team to promote functional independence.

Responsibilities

• Perform assessments and interventions related to patients’ occupational performance.
• Rotate between acute inpatient wards and outpatient services.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to promote functional independence and optimal health outcomes.

Job description

Are you someone who has a real passion for helping others? Are you a registered Occupational Therapist looking to highlight your knowledge, skills, and abilities in a new and dynamic environment? We currently have an exciting opportunity for you to bring your excellent work ethic to our Occupational Therapy & Recreation department.

In accordance with established vision and values of Northern Health, the Occupational Therapist performs assessments and interventions related to patients' occupational performance according to established Occupational Therapy practices and national provincial college standards. The occupational therapist works as a team member under the general supervision of the Lead Occupational Therapist of the OT department. This position rotates between acute physical/medical inpatient wards and outpatient services. The Occupational Therapist works independently and collaborates with a multidisciplinary team to promote functional independence and enable the client to achieve and maintain optimal health outcomes.

Shift Rotation/Hours of work: Days, 08:00 to 16:00 (Rotating)