Occupational Therapist | Acute

Interior Health Authority; Salmon Arm; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Shuswap Lake General Hospital is seeking a part-time Occupational Therapist to deliver crucial healthcare services in Salmon Arm, B.C. This role focuses on assessment and treatment planning within an interdisciplinary team, enhancing patient independence and health outcomes. The position offers mentorship, a defined pension plan, and opportunities for education funding.

Benefits

Financial moving support

Strong employee benefit package

Defined Pension Plan

$1,000 per year for courses plus education leave

Development resources for leadership skills

Focus on Diversity and inclusion

Focus on safety and employee wellness

Qualifications

• Licensed Occupational Therapist and member in good standing.
• Experience working in healthcare settings.
• Ability to collaborate within an interdisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Provide assessment and treatment to residents/patients.
• Plan and implement therapeutic programs.
• Consult on equipment prescriptions and education.

Skills

Client-centered approach

Assessment skills

Treatment planning

Consultation

Education

Program planning

Education

Degree in Occupational Therapy

Job description

Shuswap Lake General Hospital (SLGH), located in Salmon Arm, B.C., has an immediate relief part-time (0.90 FTE) Occupational Therapist opening. This position is to provide coverage until January 2026, or the return of the incumbent.

What We Offer

• Financial moving support for eligible positions.
• Strong employee benefit package
• Defined Pension Plan
• Mentorship to help orientate, navigate and thrive in your new role
• $1,000 per year to use for courses plus education leave
• Development resources for leadership skills
• Focus on Diversity and inclusion
• Focus on safety and employee wellness
• Time is best spent in the service of clients

Days of work are rotating; shift times 08:00 to 16:00 hours.

Joining us at SLGH, you’ll play a crucial part in providing assessment, treatment planning and implementation, program planning, consultation, equipment prescription, and education to residents/patients and/or their caregivers. Operating within a client-centered approach and as an essential member of our interdisciplinary team, an Occupational Therapist makes a substantial contribution to promote functional independence and enable residents/patients to achieve and maintain optimal health outcomes.

SLGH is a Level 2 Community Hospital in the Thompson Cariboo Shuswap health service area. Located in Salmon Arm, between Kamloops and Revelstoke, the hospital offers services including surgical, inpatient, obstetrics, and 24-hour emergency. Join our Healthcare Team in Salmon Arm, British Columbia (youtube.com)

About this location

Situated in a lush valley on the shores of beautiful Shuswap Lake, the city of Salmon Arm is a popular year-round vacation destination thanks to its wide variety of cultural, seasonal, and outdoor recreation opportunities. From hiking to boating, to the annual Salmon Arm Roots & Blues Festival, there is no shortage of opportunities for building a healthy lifestyle in this family-friendly community.