STAFF OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST

Northern Health; Dawson Creek; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Moving expense assistance

Job summary

Northern Health in Dawson Creek is seeking a registered Occupational Therapist to contribute to Rehabilitation Services with responsibilities across inpatient, outpatient and continuing care settings. The role focuses on assessment, treatment, education and management of patients needing OT services.

The position offers daytime hours, Monday to Friday, 08:00 to 16:00, in a supportive team within Northern BC.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Assess, treat, educate and manage patients requiring Occupational Therapy.
• Participate in treatment; quality assessment and ongoing continuing education in inpatient, outpatient and continuing care settings.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Therapy planning

Patient education

Independent work

Education

Graduate OT program

Registered with CHCP BC

Job description

Position Summary

** Financial Support for Moving Expenses is available for this position **

Are you someone who has a real passion for helping others? Are you a registered Occupational Therapist looking to highlight your knowledge, skills, and abilities in a new and dynamic environment? We currently have an exciting opportunity for you to bring your excellent work ethic to our Rehabilitation Services department.

A staff Occupational Therapist is responsible for assessment, treatment, education and management of patients requiring Occupational Therapy. Therapy involves participation in treatment; quality assessment and ongoing continuing education in inpatient, outpatient and continuing care settings.

Shift Rotation/Hours of work: Monday to Friday, Days - 08:00 to 16:00

Qualfications

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

Skills and Abilities

• Physical skill and ability to perform the duties and responsibilities of the position.
• Sound professional judgment and initiative based on education and experience in the field of Occupational Therapy.
• Ability to work independently, organize time, set priorities and accurately perform work.

Where you will be working:

Facility

Additional details about this facility’s programs and care environment can be found through Dawson Creek and District Hospital

Community

Information about living, working, and thriving in the area is available through Dawson Creek

More about Northern Health

Northern Health (NH) boasts the most affordable communities in BC to live, work, and play. NH covers an area of nearly 600,000 square kilometres and offers health services in 26 communities, 55 First Nations communities, 11 Métis chartered communities, and Inuit families. We provide both hospital and community-based care to a population of approximately 300,000 people. With a team of over 12,000 staff and physicians, we are committed to offering high quality, care in collaboration with communities and partner organizations throughout Northern BC.

What Northern Health Has to Offer You!

Joining Northern Health means becoming part of a supportive team that values your growth and well-being. Here’s what we provide:

• Benefits for Indigenous Employees: Ceremonial, Cultural, and Spiritual Leave, Access to NH Indigenous Community of Practice.
• Comprehensive benefits including extended health, dental, and a municipal pension plan for part-time and full-time employees. Casual employees have option of paying for benefits.
• Four weeks of vacation after one year of continuous service.
• Financial support for moving expenses for eligible positions.
• Employee referral program with attractive incentives.
• Employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities.
• Access to spectacular outdoor activities and enjoy the shortest commutes in BC.
• Loan Forgiveness Programs offered through Federal and Provincial Government for eligible professions.