Occupational Therapist | Community

Interior Health; Armstrong; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Interior Health in the North Okanagan region is seeking an Occupational Therapist for a term-specific, full‑time role within the Connected Care at Home Pilot, serving Vernon, Armstrong, Enderby, and Cherryville. A valid BC driver’s license and vehicle are required.

The OT will work independently and with a multidisciplinary rehabilitation team across inpatient, outpatient, residential, and community settings, performing assessments, planning individualized treatments, implementing therapy

Qualifications

• Graduation from a recognized occupational therapy program.
• Full practicing licensee as an Occupational Therapist with the College of Health and Care Professionals of BC (CHCPBC). Eligible for membership in the Canadian Association of Occupational Therapists.
• Valid BC Driver’s license.
• Travel is a requirement for this position; must have access to a vehicle.

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

Clinical assessment

Rehabilitation planning

Interprofessional collaboration

Patient education

Education

OT degree (Bachelor/Master)

Job description

Position Summary

Exciting new Community based opportunity for an Occupational Therapist to support clients throughout the North Okanagan region. This position is a term specific (temporary) full-time opportunity in the Connected Care at Home Pilot program expected to run until March 31, 2028. This position supports clients in Vernon including the Westside Road area, Armstrong, Enderby and Cherryville. A current valid B.C. drivers license and access to a reliable and appropriately insured personal vehicle is a requirement of this role.

Days of Work: Monday to Friday

Shift times/Hours of work: 08:00 to 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.

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.

Join our welcoming team and make a meaningful difference in the lives of others!

Qualfications

Graduation from a recognized occupational therapy program.

Full practicing licensee as an Occupational Therapist with the College of Health and Care Professionals of BC (CHCPBC). Eligible for membership in the Canadian Association of Occupational Therapists.

Valid BC Driver’s license.

* Please note that travel is a requirement for this position and transportation arrangements must meet the Employer’s requirements. You are required to hold a valid BC Driver’s License and drive a personal car on mileage and/or be assigned a fleet vehicle as a condition of employment.