Occupational Therapist | Community

Interior Health; Oliver; On-site; CAD 62,000 - 90,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Welcoming workplace with benefits

Job summary

Interior Health invites applications for Casual Occupational Therapists at the Oliver Health Centre. You will join a multidisciplinary team delivering a full range of OT services across inpatient, outpatient, residential, and community settings.

The role emphasizes comprehensive assessments, treatment planning, and collaboration with caregivers. A valid BC driver’s license is required for community outreach and program support.

Qualifications

• Graduation from a recognized occupational therapy program.
• Full practicing license with CHCPBC; eligible for CAOT membership.
• Valid BC Driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive assessments and develop individualized treatment plans.
• Implement therapy programs to promote functional independence and health outcomes.
• Provide consultation, education, and support to clients and caregivers.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Care planning

Education

Graduation from recognized occupational therapy program

Licensed with CHCPBC; CAOT eligible

Tools

Valid BC Driver’s license

Job description

Position Summary

We are hiring for Casual Occupational Therapists at the Oliver Health Centre to support community rehabilitation clients in Oliver.

Days of Work: Monday to Friday on a casual as needed basis

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.