Occupational Therapist | Community

Interior Health Authority; Armstrong; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Interior Health Authority in British Columbia is seeking an Occupational Therapist to support clients across inpatient, outpatient, residential, and community settings in the North Okanagan region.

The role is a term-specific full-time position until March 31, 2028, based around a 08:00–16:00 schedule, Monday to Friday, with requirement of BC driver's license and access to a personal vehicle to travel to Vernon, Armstrong and surrounding communities.

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.

Job description

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!