Occupational Therapist | Acute

Interior Health Authority; Kelowna; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 65,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Extended health

Dental coverage

Municipal pension plan

Relocation assistance

Four weeks vacation

Education and career development

Mentorship programs

Student loan forgiveness (Canada/B.C.)

Employee discounts

Job summary

The Occupational Therapist position at Kelowna General Hospital is a permanent part-time role (0.69 FTE) within a multidisciplinary allied health team. The role emphasizes assessments and discharge planning across inpatient, outpatient, residential, and community settings.

The position may include a recruitment incentive up to $10,350 and relocation allowance for eligible candidates. Four weeks vacation after one year, plus education and mentorship opportunities, are offered.

Qualifications

• Conduct comprehensive assessments and develop individualized treatment plans.
• Implement therapy programs to promote functional independence.
• Provide consultation, education, and support to clients and caregivers.
• Prescribe and recommend equipment to enhance daily living.
• Participate in program planning, quality assurance, and research.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive assessments and develop individualized treatment plans.
• Implement therapy programs to promote functional independence and optimal health outcomes.
• Provide consultation, education, and support to clients and their caregivers.
• Prescribe and recommend appropriate equipment to enhance daily living.
• Participate in program planning, quality assurance initiatives, research, and departmental meetings.
• Offer guidance and work direction to rehabilitation assistants regarding transfer of function.

Skills

Assessment & discharge planning

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Patient education

Education

Bachelor of Occupational Therapy

Job description

We are hiring for a permanent part-time 0.69fte Occupational Therapist at the Kelowna General Hospital. This role supports acute care with a strong emphasis on assessments and discharge planning as part of the multi-disciplinary allied health team.

Applicable positions may qualify for up to $10,350 as a recruitment incentive and/or be eligible for relocation allowance.

Days of Work

rotating day shifts includes working three weekend days as part of a four-week rotation

Shift times/Hours of work

08:00-16:00

What We Offer

We are a B.C. top employer and offer welcoming workplaces with a range of benefits and policies to support you at every stage of your career.

• Competitive pay with recognition of previous experience
• Employer-paid benefits, including extended health, dental, and a municipal pension plan
• Relocation assistance for eligible positions
• Four weeks vacation with one year of continuous service
• Education and career development opportunities
• Mentorship programs for new graduates and internationally educated professionals
• Canada and B.C. student loan forgiveness for eligible professions and locations
• Employee and family assistance program, plus exclusive employee discounts

About The Role

The Occupational Therapist works independently and as part of a collaborative, multidisciplinary rehabilitation team, and may be providing a full range of occupational therapy services across inpatient, outpatient, residential, and community settings.

• Conduct comprehensive assessments and develop individualized treatment plans.
• Implement therapy programs to promote functional independence and optimal health outcomes.
• Provide consultation, education, and support to clients and their caregivers.
• Prescribe and recommend appropriate equipment to enhance daily living.
• Participate in program planning, quality assurance initiatives, research, and departmental meetings.
• Offer guidance and work direction to rehabilitation assistants regarding transfer of function.

About Us

We are committed to achieving a culturally diverse and inclusive workforce that is representative of the communities we serve, and where you are encouraged to bring your whole self to work. Well-being and work-life balance are promoted within the team, and our commitment to environmental sustainability supports our primary goal of increasing the health and well-being of everybody in our region.

About this location

Kelowna is a vibrant and fast-growing city that offers so much for professionals and families to enjoy. A wide array of shopping and business, dining options, golfing, tons of hiking and biking trails, amazing beaches on Okanagan Lake, and world-class winter sports. Live, work and play where others only vacation!