Occupational Therapist Coordinator - (210645)

Island Health; Courtenay; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Island Health seeks an Occupational Therapist Coordinator to lead the Occupational Therapy department, ensuring high-quality care and effective supervision of staff. The role involves strategic planning, collaboration with team leaders, and direct oversight of program delivery. Candidates should possess extensive experience in Occupational Therapy and effective leadership skills.

Qualifications

• Five (5) years of recent related experience, including two (2) years in a supervisory capacity.
• Knowledge of current Occupational Therapy modalities.
• Valid BC Driver's License.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the day-to-day operation, supervision, and direction of designated staff.
• Participates in program planning, implementation, and evaluation.
• Collaborates with management and healthcare professionals.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving

Conflict resolution

Communication

Leadership

Education

Current licensure with the College of Health and Care Professionals of BC

Graduate of a recognized Occupational Therapy program

Tools

Computerized systems

Job description

In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority (Island Health), patient and staff safety is a priority and a shared responsibility. Continuous quality and safety improvement are inherent in all aspects of this position.

Reporting to the Manager, the Occupational Therapist Coordinator is responsible for the day-to-day operation, supervision, and direction of designated staff in the Occupational Therapy department. This includes participating in establishing and meeting annual objectives, providing clinical leadership for Occupational Therapy, participating in program and service delivery planning, implementation, and evaluation of assigned areas, and budgetary input and management. The position collaborates with the Manager, the Physiotherapist Coordinator, and leaders in Speech Language Pathology.

Travel may be required for this position. Transportation arrangements must meet Island Health's operational requirements and may involve the use of a personal vehicle.

Qualifications: Education, Training, and Experience

• Current licensure with the College of Health and Care Professionals of BC as an Occupational Therapist.
• Graduate of a recognized Occupational Therapy program.
• Knowledge of current Occupational Therapy modalities and scope of practice.
• Knowledge of continuous quality improvement processes and business management practices related to hospital services operations.
• Five (5) years of recent related experience, including two (2) years in a supervisory or management capacity, or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
• Valid BC Driver's License.

Skills and Abilities

• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to provide professional and administrative leadership.
• Demonstrated clinical competence relevant to the service area.
• Ability to plan, organize, prioritize, delegate, coordinate, and evaluate services and staff.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, staff, healthcare providers, community agencies, and the public.
• Problem-solving and conflict resolution skills.
• Ability to work as part of an interdisciplinary healthcare team.
• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to promote and foster positive public relations.
• Proficiency in operating related equipment, including computerized systems.

For more details, see the full job description at https://jd.viha.ca/JD5363.pdf.