Occupational Therapist | Long-term care

Interior Health Authority; Armstrong; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 64,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer-paid extended health

Dental benefits

Municipal pension plan

Relocation assistance

Four weeks vacation

Education and career development

Mentorship programs

Student loan forgiveness

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Interior Health Authority is hiring a permanent part-time Occupational Therapist (0.68 FTE) for long-term care in Armstrong and Enderby, working at Pleasant Valley Manor and Parkview Place. The role involves independent work within a multidisciplinary rehab team across inpatient, outpatient, residential and community settings.

Typical duties include conducting assessments, developing treatment plans, implementing therapy to promote independence, and advising clients and caregivers.

Qualifications

• Must be a registered Occupational Therapist with eligibility to practice in BC.
• Ability to conduct comprehensive assessments and develop individualized treatment plans.
• Provide consultation, education, and support to clients and caregivers.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive assessments and develop individualized treatment plans.
• Implement therapy programs to promote functional independence.
• 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, research, and meetings.
• Guide rehabilitation assistants regarding transfer of function.

Skills

Independent worker

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Assessment & evaluation

Treatment planning

Education

OT degree

Job description

We are hiring for a permanent part-time 0.68fte Occupational Therapist, Long-term care position in Armstrong and Enderby. This position works at Pleasant Valley Manor in Armstrong and Parkview Place in Enderby.

Applicable positions may qualify for up to $13,600 as a recruitment incentive and/or be eligible for relocation allowance.

Days of Work

Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday

Shift times/Hours of work

08:00 to 16:00, 07:30 to 15:30

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.

• Competitive pay with recognition of previous experience
• Employer-paid benefits, including extended health, dental, and a municipal pension plan
• Relocation assistance for eligible positions
• Four weeks vacation with one year of continuous service
• Education and career development opportunities
• Mentorship programs for new graduates and internationally educated professionals
• Canada and B.C. student loan forgiveness for eligible professions and locations
• Employee and family assistance program, plus exclusive employee discounts

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!