Occupational Therapist | Community

Interior Health Authority; Penticton; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Part time

Job summary

A health services organization in Penticton is looking for a part-time Occupational Therapist to support various clients, collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, and contribute to the goals of the rehabilitation department. Ideal candidates should have a degree in Occupational Therapy and experience in providing therapy services. This position offers a generous benefits package and fosters a culture of well-being and work-life balance.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Employer paid vacation

Employer-paid health and dental benefits

Employer-matched pension plan contributions

Education and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience providing inpatient and outpatient occupational therapy services.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Strong communication skills for patient education.

Responsibilities

• Provide independent and collaborative OT services.
• Participate in departmental quality assurance initiatives.
• Educate clients and their caregivers on functional independence.

Skills

Occupational therapy assessment

Treatment planning

Collaboration within a multidisciplinary team

Education

Degree in Occupational Therapy

Job description

We have a relief part-time (temporary) Occupational Therapist opening in Penticton. This is a 0.67 FTE position expected to run until February 2026. The position supports the Quick Response Team at Penticton Regional Hospital, as well as clients in the Community. This position works every Thursday and Friday, two out of three Wednesdays and every third weekend. Days off are Monday and Tuesday. Shifts times are 09:00-17:00.

What We Offer

We are one of Canada's Top 100 employers and offer welcoming workplaces with a range of benefits and policies to support you at every stage of your career. Including generous employer paid vacation and extended health and dental benefits.

• Competitive salary with recognition of previous experience
• Reimbursement for eligible moving expenses
• Reimbursement for eligible registration fees
• Vacation starting at 4 weeks
• Employer-paid benefits and services for you, and your eligible dependents
• Employer-matched contributions to our defined benefit pension plan
• Employer-paid education and development opportunities
• Consistent schedule and stability of a Unionized role

About The Position

The occupational therapist works independently and collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary rehabilitation team providing inpatient, outpatient, residential and community occupational therapy services including assessment, treatment planning and implementation, program planning, consultation, equipment prescription and education of residents/clients/patients and/or their caregivers to promote functional independence and enable the client to achieve and maintain optimal health outcomes. The occupational therapist contributes to the organization and the overall goals of the department; participates in departmental/program quality assurance initiatives, meetings, research, and education; and provides work direction to the rehabilitation assistants working with the rehabilitation team in regards to 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

We live where people come to vacation! With one of the best year-round climates in Canada, Penticton is easy to enjoy with two beautiful lakes, beaches, acres of parks, and wilderness trails on the local mountains. Penticton's population is approximately 33,000 and offers small-town charm conveniently located for restaurants, local markets, festivals, concerts and ski areas.