Coordinator Occupational Services - 208336
Coordinator Occupational Services - 208336
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Job Description
In accordance with the Vision Purpose and Values and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority (Island Health) patient and staff safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone; as such the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.
Reporting to the Manager the Coordinator Occupational Services is responsible for the day to day operation supervision and direction of designated staff in the Occupational Therapy Department. This includes participating in establishing and meeting annual objectives; clinical leadership for Occupational Therapy participating in program and service delivery planning implementation and evaluation of assigned areas; and budgetary input and implementation. This position collaborates with Managers across the site to ensure that services provided are efficient and support client centred care.
Travel may be a requirement of this position. Transportation arrangements must meet the operational requirements of Island Health in accordance with the service assignment and may require the use of a personal vehicle.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education Training And Experience
Graduation from a recognized university program in Occupational Therapy. Current licensure in a practicing category with the College of Health and Care Professionals of BC as an Occupational Therapist. Knowledge of current Occupational Therapy modalities and scope of practice; knowledge of the processes related to continuous quality improvement; knowledge of business management practices related to operations of hospital services.
Minimum of five 5 years recent clinical experience including two 2 years in a supervisory/management capacity; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. Valid BC Drivers License. Travel is a requirement of the position. Transportation arrangements must meet operational requirements.
Skills And Abilities
- Provide professional and administrative leadership.
- Demonstrate clinical competence congruent with service area.
- Plan organize prioritize delegate coordinate and evaluate services and staff.
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients staff other health care providers community agencies and the public.
- Demonstrate problem solving and conflict resolution skills.
- Work as a member of the interdisciplinary health care team.
- Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
- Promote and foster good public relations.
- Operate related equipment including computerized systems.
- Physically and emotionally able to perform the duties of the position.
Requirements
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
