Occupational Therapist, Primary Care

Northern Health; Kitimat; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A health services organization in Kitimat is seeking a registered Occupational Therapist to join their Primary Care department. The role involves collaborating with interprofessional teams to deliver ethical and competent care. Candidates should have a recognized occupational therapy degree and be registered with the College of Health and Care Professionals of British Columbia. The position offers a supportive work environment, professional development, and comprehensive benefits including four weeks of vacation.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefit packages

Four weeks vacation with one year of continuous service

Financial Support for Moving Expenses

Employer-paid training and development

Employee referral program

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to complete initial and ongoing assessments and utilize appropriate therapeutic interventions.
• Ability to teach both one-on-one and in groups.
• Integrates best practice and research evidence to support professional practice.

Responsibilities

• Work collaboratively with interprofessional teams to develop a plan of care.
• Provide competent, safe, and ethical care for people and their families.
• Contribute to the overall plan of care developed by the interprofessional team.

Skills

Assessment and Treatment

Teaching

Communication

Critical Thinking

Teamwork

Management

Leadership

Education

Graduate of a recognized Occupational Therapy program

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

Tools

Meditech

Windows-based 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, and applies the principles of evidence-informed practice to achieve effective outcomes related to their participation in valued activities. Through clinical assessment, treatment planning, recommended interventions, and follow-up, the occupational therapist contributes to the fulfillment of the overall plan of care developed by the interprofessional team and 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)
• Any supporting documents regarding education/qualifications for this position.

Examples may include:

• Program certificates or diplomas
• High school/college/university transcripts etc.

It is also recommended to provide a cover letter and resume.

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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 as well as the public, physicians, and members of the interdisciplinary team. Ability to effectively resolve interpersonal differences and resolve conflict.
• Critical Thinking: Demonstrated ability to integrate and evaluate pertinent data (from multiple sources) to problem-solve and make decisions effectively.
• Human Caring and Relationship Centered Practice: Ability to promote person-centered care which includes maintaining sensitivity to diverse cultures and preferences, social justice concerns, and the need for advocacy.
• Management: Demonstrated ability to organize work, set objectives and priorities, and achieve results.
• Leadership: Promotes staff morale, engagement, and empowerment. Demonstrates creative planning for change and innovation, implementation of NH policies or other protocols, and ongoing professional development of self and others.
• Teamwork: Demonstrated ability to foster teamwork and a commitment to excellence in the provision of person-centered care.
• Equipment: Demonstrated computer skills including the use of Meditech and Windows-based programs. Demonstrated data analysis skills including appropriate data analysis and reporting tools. Demonstrated ability in the use of e-mail and word processing. Ability to operate other related equipment as required in the specific practice area.
• Ability: Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.

Who we are

Northern Health covers an area of nearly 600,000 square kilometers and offers health services in over two dozen communities and 55 First Nation's communities. We deliver hospital and community-based health care for a population of 300,000.

Employing more than 7,000 staff throughout the region, Northern Health provides exceptional health services for Northerners, through the efforts of dedicated staff and physicians, in partnership with communities and organizations in Northern BC.

There is a wide variety of career opportunities available in our two dozen hospitals, 25 long-term care facilities, public health units, and many other offices providing specialized services.