Occupational Therapist | Community

Interior Health Authority; Summerland; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic allied health team as an Occupational Therapist at a welcoming health center. This casual role allows for flexibility while contributing to the health and well-being of the community. You'll work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team, providing essential therapy services that promote functional independence. With opportunities for career growth and a supportive work environment, this position is perfect for those passionate about making a difference in people's lives. If you're looking for a role that values your contributions and offers a balance between work and life, this is the opportunity for you.

Benefits

Flexible Work Hours

Career Development Opportunities

Supportive Work Environment

Qualifications

• Experience in providing inpatient and outpatient occupational therapy services.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Provide assessment, treatment planning, and implementation for clients.
• Collaborate with rehabilitation assistants and participate in quality assurance initiatives.

Skills

Occupational Therapy

Assessment Skills

Treatment Planning

Collaboration

Patient Education

Education

Master's Degree in Occupational Therapy

Job description

Interior Health is hiring for Occupational Therapists to join the allied health team at the Summerland Health Centre on a casual basis.

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 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.

What We Offer

We offer welcoming workplaces along with a range of benefits, services and policies to support you at every stage of your career.

This is a CASUAL OPPORTUNITY. Casual means hours are not guaranteed and may vary and shifts may be at short notice. Casual employees are eligible to apply for internal postings including permanent and temporary positions. There are many opportunities with Interior Health that begin with casual employment and lead to regular employment.