Occupational Therapist MHSU

Interior Health Authority; Kelowna; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional health organization is seeking a permanent full-time community Occupational Therapist to join their team in Kelowna, B.C. This role involves working with a multidisciplinary rehabilitation team to provide assessment, treatment planning, and education aimed at promoting clients' functional independence. Candidates must possess a relevant degree and a valid BC driver's license. This position also offers competitive salary, benefits, and many opportunities for professional development and mentorship.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Relocation assistance

Vacation starting at 4 weeks

Employer-paid benefits

Education and development opportunities

Mentorship programs

Employer-matched pension contributions

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid BC driver's license and access to a reliable vehicle.
• Experience in inpatient, outpatient, and community occupational therapy services preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide assessment and treatment for clients in various settings.
• Collaborate with the rehabilitation team to achieve departmental goals.
• Educate clients and caregivers to promote functional independence.

Skills

Independent working

Collaboration with multidisciplinary teams

Assessment and treatment planning

Client education

Program planning

Education

Degree in Occupational Therapy

Job description

We are hiring for a permanent full-time community Occupational Therapist to join us in Kelowna, B.C. This position supports the Treatment, Support and Recovery Team (TSR), working Monday to Friday from 08:30-16:30. Driving a personal vehicle on mileage may be a requirement of the position, and therefore a valid BC drivers license and access to a reliable vehicle is required.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary with recognition of previous experience
• Relocation assistance for eligible positions
• Reimbursement for eligible registration fees
• Vacation starting at 4 weeks
• Employer-paid benefits and services
• Employer-matched contributions to our defined benefit pension plan
• Education and development opportunities
• Mentorship programs for new graduates and internationally educated professionals
• Consistent schedule and stability

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 (‘the client’) 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.

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 this location

Kelowna is a vibrant and fast-growing city that offers so much for professionals and families to enjoy. A wide array of shopping and business, dining options, golfing, tons of hiking and biking trails, amazing beaches on Okanagan Lake, and world-class winter sports. Live, work and play where others only vacation!