Occupational Therapist | Community

Interior Health; Penticton; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 95,000; Part time

Job summary

Interior Health in Penticton is hiring Casual Occupational Therapists to support rehabilitation clients across Penticton and Summerland.

The role involves independent work within a multidisciplinary team across inpatient, outpatient, residential and community settings, with 08:00 to 16:00 shifts on a casual as-needed basis.

Qualifications

• Graduation from a recognized occupational therapy program.
• Full practicing license with CHCPBC or eligible for CAROT.
• Valid BC driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive assessments and develop individualized treatment plans.
• Implement therapy programs to promote functional independence.
• Provide consultation, education and support to clients and caregivers.
• Prescribe and recommend appropriate equipment to enhance daily living.
• Participate in program planning, quality assurance, research, and meetings.
• Offer guidance and work direction to rehabilitation assistants.

Skills

Independent working

Client assessment

Interprofessional communication

Education

Graduation from a recognized occupational therapy program

Licensed to practice in BC (CHCPBC) or eligible for CAROT

Valid BC Driver’s license

Job description

Position Summary

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

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.