Position Summary
We have a permanent part-time (0.50 FTE) Occupational Therapist opening in Keremeos B.C. This position is scheduled alongside a (0.40 FTE) Occupational Therapist opening in Long-term Care, combining to a total 0.90 FTE permanent position. This position works Monday, Tuesday and alternate Friday's from 08:00-16:00. Any questions about the positions or scheduling can be directed to careers@interiorhealth.ca
What we offer:
We are one of Canada's Top 100 employers and offer welcoming workplaces with a range of benefits and policies to support you at every stage of your career. Including generous employer paid vacation and extended health and dental benefits.
• Competitive salary with recognition of previous experience
• Reimbursement for eligible moving expenses
• Reimbursement for eligible registration fees
• Vacation starting at 4 weeks
• Employer-paid benefits and services for you, and your eligible dependents
• Employer-matched contributions to our defined benefit pension plan
• Employer-paid education and development opportunities
• Consistent schedule and stability of a Unionized role
• Locations that may qualify for government student loan forgiveness
About the position:
The occupational therapist works independently and collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary rehabilitation team providing inpatient, outpatient, residential and community occupational therapy services including assessment, treatment planning and implementation, program planning, consultation, equipment prescription and education of residents/clients/patients (‘the client’) and/or their caregivers to promote functional independence and enable the client to achieve and maintain optimal health outcomes. The occupational therapist contributes to the organization and the overall goals of the department; participates in departmental/program quality assurance initiatives, meetings, research, and education; and provides work direction to the rehabilitation assistants working with the rehabilitation team in regards to transfer of function.
About us:
We are committed to achieving a culturally diverse and inclusive workforce that is representative of the communities we serve, and where you are encouraged to bring your whole self to work. Well-being and work-life balance are promoted within the team, and our commitment to environmental sustainability supports our primary goal of increasing the health and well-being of everybody in our region.
About this location:
Keremeos is a beautiful town located on the banks of the Similkameen River less than 40 minutes from Penticton. Known as one of the fastest growing villages in B.C., Keremeos has seen unprecedented growth in recent years. Its residents enjoy mild winters, a dry climate, and long hot summers.
The Keremeos climate is ideal for fruit growing and is home to a number of award-winning wineries. The area has one of the highest concentrations of organic fruit and vegetable producers in B.C. Full of hiking and riding trails, including the pristine Cathedral Provincial Park, Keremeos is an active community.
Qualifications
Graduation from a recognized occupational therapy program. Full practicing registration as an Occupational Therapist with the College of Health and Care Professionals of BC (CHCPBC). Eligible for membership in the Canadian Association of Occupational Therapists. Valid BC Driver’s license.
Comments
Interior Health is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion and to creating an environment free from discrimination. Our goal is to cultivate a workforce rich in culture, experience, and knowledge to enable us to provide high quality, accessible and culturally safe health services to everyone in the Interior Health region. We are committed to addressing existing inequities and barriers to achieving a diverse workforce, one that is representative of the communities we serve. We invite applications and enquiries from all people, particularly those belonging to the historically, systemically, and/or persistently marginalized groups.