Occupational Therapist - Customised Recovery Program

Lifemark Health Group; Surrey; On-site; CAD 59,236 - 68,880; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid wellness days

Employee Share Ownership Program

Employee discounts

Professional development allowance

Job summary

Lifemark Health Group in Surrey, BC, is seeking a full-time Occupational Therapist for the Customised Recovery Program. This permanent role partners with a multidisciplinary team to deliver client-centered care focused on return to work, functional recovery, and safe workplace participation.

You will evaluate physical, cognitive, and psychosocial factors, develop graded return-to-work plans, provide exercises and education, and document progress in charts.

Qualifications

• Registered and in good standing with the College of Occupational Therapists in your province.
• 1–3 years of OT experience preferred.
• New grads welcome.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate the worker's physical, cognitive, and psychosocial functions, as well as job demands and workplace environment.
• Create tailored, graded return-to-work plans with specific, measurable goals.
• Perform clinical evaluations, provide exercises, functional tasks, and cognitive strategies.
• Occupational health screenings to evaluate capacity for safe work duties.
• Identify equipment needs and initiate recommendations.
• Teach mindfulness, relaxation, and sleep hygiene techniques.
• Educate client and employer about recovery process and plan.
• Record assessments and treatments in the client’s chart.
• Collaborate effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Exercise sound professional judgment.

Skills

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Return-to-work planning

Clinical evaluation

Documentation

Client-centered care

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor of Occupational Therapy

Registered Occupational Therapist (BC)

Tools

EMR/EHR systems

MS Office

Job description

Occupational Therapist - Customised Recovery Program

Permanent Full Time Individual Contrib Surrey, BC, CA

3 days ago Requisition ID: 29035

Salary Range: $43.00 To $50.00 Hourly

Develop your potential. Make a difference.

Are you a passionate Occupational Therapist dedicated to enhancing the health and well‑being of Canadians? At Lifemark, your work makes a real difference—expanding access to care and creating lasting impact in the communities you serve.

About our Lifemark Physiotherapy Nordel Way Clinic

The clinical team at our Nordel Way clinic are passionate about enriching the health of their clients through a holistic approach, as the Occupational Therapist you will play a vital role in delivering care within a progressive and collaborative atmosphere.

Diversity and Inclusion matter here and we’re building teams that reflect the communities we serve and fostering an environment where everyone can thrive.

We welcome applications from New Grads and Internationally Educated OTs who have started the SEAS process.

This is a full-time permanent role, ideal for an OT who enjoys a fast pace and working with a multidisciplinary team to enhance the health of your community through a connected healthcare experience.

Your impact

As the Occupational Therapist working with a multi‑disciplinary team, you will develop individualized treatment plans to address the specific needs of each client in the program with a focus on Return to Work.

In this role, you will:

• Evaluate the worker's physical, cognitive, and psychological functions, as well as job demands and workplace environment.
• Create tailored, graded return‑to‑work plans with specific, measurable goals that gradually increase activity and build tolerance.
• Perform clinical evaluations, provide exercises, functional tasks, and cognitive strategies (e.g., pacing, energy conservation) to address injury‑related deficits.
• Occupational Health screenings to evaluate an employee's physical, cognitive, and functional capacity to ensure they can safely perform job duties.
• Identification of appropriate equipment needs with initiation of recommendations.
• Teach techniques like mindfulness, relaxation, and sleep hygiene to manage pain, fatigue, and emotional distress.
• Provide education to the client and employer about the recovery process, the benefits of staying connected to work, and their roles in the plan.
• Record assessment and treatment interventions in the client's chart.
• Excel in a collaborative, inter‑disciplinary team environment.
• Exhibit sound professional judgment.

Are you the right fit?

As one of the largest networks of OTs in the nation, you will work within a supportive, multidisciplinary environment, delivering high‑quality, client‑centered care across multiple clinics, or specific clinic and community settings. Key skills and qualifications include:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Knowledge of current Occupational Therapy standards, modalities and scope of practice; or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Registered and in good standing with the College of Occupational Therapists in your province.
• 1‑3 years of experience as an Occupational Therapist is preferred.
• Newly Licensed Graduates are accepted.
• Valid Driver's License and reliable vehicle may be required.
• In some cases, Valid Vulnerable Sector screening check.
• In some cases, Proof of Tuberculin (2‑Step Mantoux Test) clearance (within 6 months).

Other Requirements:

• Clinical experience is an asset in areas such as brain injury/neurological rehabilitation, mental health, musculoskeletal/orthopedic injury, home safety, ergonomics and/or return to work.
• Passion for your profession and commitment to ongoing professional development.
• Superior interpersonal relations, communication, problem‑solving, time management, computer and documentation skills.
• Proficiency in computer skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively as a member of a multidisciplinary team.
• Proficiency in computer skills.
• Bilingualism – French and English are assets.

Working at Lifemark

We believe that when our team members thrive, our patients feel the difference! We’re committed to empowering you to build a fulfilling career, providing the support you need to explore your interests and create your own path. Wherever you are in your career, Lifemark offers the support you need to succeed. You can develop your clinical skills and entrepreneurial spirit through collaboration and mentorship from a network of industry leaders, expand into specialized areas, or advance into leadership positions. Here’s what you can expect:

• High earning potential with support to build a caseload based on your clinical interests.
• $1500 annual learning and development allowance (based on employment status).
• Team culture that values collaboration, learning, and shared success.
• Centralized support so you can focus to care, not administration.
• Robust onboarding and supervised new grad program.
• Ongoing mentorship to support clinical skills development.
• Support for specialized services including pelvic health and vestibular rehabilitation – areas known for high career satisfaction due to their profound patient impact.
• Opportunities for management roles, including Clinic Director and Regional Manager positions.
• Job mobility, with relocation options across a national network.

We also offer:

• Flexible health benefits – medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family.
• Paid wellness and vacation days.
• Employee Share Ownership Program (Shoppers Drug Mart) – a 25% company match of up to 5% of your base salary.
• 30% employee discount at Shoppers Drug Mart.
• Corporate discount at GoodLife Fitness, Workperks, and employee assistance program.
• Unlimited referral rewards – up to $5000 per successful hire.

Applicant Information

Lifemark Health Group is an equal opportunity employer committed to a respectful, inclusive workplace. We do not tolerate discrimination or harassment and make employment decisions without regard to race, gender, sexual orientation, disability, age, or any other protected status.

Diversity and Inclusion Matter Here. We’re building teams that reflect the communities we serve and fostering an environment where everyone can thrive. We welcome applicants from equity‑deserving groups, including Indigenous peoples, women, people with disabilities, and visible minorities.

Accommodation: Accommodation is available on request for all candidates taking part in any aspect of the recruitment and selection process. Email us at [e-mail].