Occupational Therapist (222394)
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Posted on:
15 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
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 Coordinator of Therapy Programs responsible for unit level therapy programs. This includes assessing developing implementing and evaluating therapy care plans on both an individual and group basis for an assigned number of residents. Provides clinical work direction and coordinates tasks related to the provision of care and instructs Rehabilitation Assistants with the transfer of function.
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;
- Two (2) years recent related experience; and
- Eligible for membership in the Canadian Association of Occupational Therapists (CAOT).
Skills And Abilities
- Ability to work with minimal supervision.
- Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
- Ability to deal with others effectively especially clients with frailty or complex physical and mental health needs.
- Ability to organize and prioritize workload.
- Ability to travel between various sites.
- Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position (lifting and moving residents safely).
Requirements
Key Skills
- Body Mechanics
- Early Intervention
- Acute Care
- Communication skills
- HIPAA
- Autism Experience
- Computer Literacy
- Pediatrics Experience
- Home Care
- Heavy Lifting
- Patient Service Experience
- Medicare
About Company
Island Health (Vancouver Island Health Authority) is one of British Columbia’s five regional health authorities. With 20,000 employees and 1,900 physician partners, Island Health provides a comprehensive range of progressive health services to the 765,000 residents of Vancouver Island ... View more
