Occupational Therapist, Primary Care

White Spot; Kitimat; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health organization is seeking a registered Occupational Therapist for their Primary Care department in Kitimat, BC. This role involves working collaboratively with other professionals to deliver person-centered care while maintaining the highest standards of ethical practice. With a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth, this position is ideal for a dedicated healthcare professional.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefit packages

Four weeks vacation

Financial support for moving expenses

Employee referral program

Employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities

Spectacular outdoor activities and short commutes

Loan Forgiveness Programs

Qualifications

• Graduate of a recognized Occupational Therapy program.
• Registered with the College of Health and Care Professionals of British Columbia.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with interprofessional teams to develop and deliver health services.
• Conduct assessments and implement personalized treatment plans.

Skills

Assessment and Treatment

Teaching

Knowledge Integration

Communication

Critical Thinking

Human Caring and Relationship Centered Practice

Management

Leadership

Teamwork

Equipment

Education

Graduate of a recognized Occupational Therapy program

Registered with the College of Health and Care Professionals of British Columbia

Tools

Meditech

Windows programs

Job description

Position Summary

Are you a registered Occupational Therapist looking to highlight your knowledge, skills, and abilities in a new and dynamic environment? We currently have an opportunity for you to bring your excellent work ethic to our Primary Care department.

Within the context of a person and family-centered model of care and in accordance with Northern Health's vision for an idealized system of services built on a foundation of Primary Health Care, the Primary Care Occupational Therapist (OT) works collaboratively with interprofessional teams to develop a plan of care and deliver health services coordinated through the Primary Care Home. The OT practices in accordance with the professional standards and code of ethics as outlined by the College of Health and Care Professionals of British Columbia. The OT provides competent, safe, and ethical care for people and their families in settings such as physician practices, homes, facilities, and communities, applying principles of evidence-informed practice to achieve effective outcomes related to participation in valued activities. Through clinical assessment, treatment planning, recommended interventions, and follow-up, the occupational therapist contributes to the overall plan of care developed by the interprofessional team, informed by the person's personal goals for care.

Shift Rotation/Hours of work: Monday to Friday, Days - 08:30 to 16:30

Kitimat

Set in a beautiful and natural ocean, mountain, and valley paradise, Kitimat is located on the Douglas Channel just a few miles off British Columbia's inside passage. Kitimat was built in the 1950s and is one of BC's youngest coastal communities. Main industries include an aluminum smelter, a pulp and paper mill, and a petrochemical manufacturer. The population of Kitimat is approximately 8,236. The community has three elementary schools, two secondary schools, and one post-secondary school. Check out Kitimat where there is always something new to experience.

What Northern Health has to offer you!

• Comprehensive benefit packages including extended health/dental and a municipal pension plan for part-time and full-time employees. Casuals have the option of paying for benefits.
• Four weeks vacation with one year of continuous service
• Financial Support for Moving Expenses is available for eligible positions
• Employee referral program
• Employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities
• Spectacular outdoor activities and the shortest commutes in BC
• "Loan Forgiveness Programs" are offered through the Federal and BC Government for eligible professions.

IMPORTANT NOTE:

As part of your application process, you will need to upload the following documentation:

• Registration number (if you are part of a regulated profession)
• Supporting documents regarding education/qualifications for this position, such as:
• Program certificates or diplomas
• High school/college/university transcripts etc.
• It is also recommended to provide a cover letter and resume

Are you an International Applicant? Before applying for a job with Northern Health, please follow these steps on our Northern Health careers page.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a recognized Occupational Therapy program.
• Registered with the College of Health and Care Professionals of British Columbia.

Skills and Abilities:

• Assessment and Treatment: Demonstrated ability to complete initial and ongoing assessments and utilize appropriate, therapeutic interventions.
• Teaching: Ability to teach both one-on-one and in groups.
• Knowledge Integration: Integrates best practice and current research evidence to support professional practice decisions and actions.
• Communication: Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with people and their families, physicians, and members of the interdisciplinary team. Ability to effectively resolve interpersonal differences and conflicts.
• Critical Thinking: Ability to evaluate data from multiple sources to problem-solve and make decisions effectively.
• Human Caring and Relationship Centered Practice: Ability to promote person-centered care, maintaining sensitivity to diverse cultures, social justice concerns, and advocacy needs.
• Management: Ability to organize work, set objectives, prioritize tasks, and achieve results.
• Leadership: Promotes staff morale, engagement, and empowerment. Demonstrates planning for change, policy implementation, and ongoing professional development.
• Teamwork: Ability to foster teamwork and commitment to excellence in person-centered care.
• Equipment: Proficiency in computer skills including Meditech, Windows programs, data analysis, email, and word processing. Ability to operate related equipment as required.
• Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.

Who we are

Northern Health covers nearly 600,000 square kilometers, providing health services in over two dozen communities and 55 First Nation communities. We deliver hospital and community-based healthcare for a population of 300,000. Employing over 7,000 staff, Northern Health offers diverse career opportunities across hospitals, long-term care facilities, public health units, and other specialized services.