Occupational Therapist | Acute care

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Position Summary We are hiring for a relief (temporary) full-time Occupational Therapist, Acute care at the East Kootenay Regional Hospital in Cranbrook. This opportunity is anticipated to run until July 2027 or until the return of the current incumbent. Days of Work: rotating days Shift times/Hours of work: 08:00 to 16:00 What we offer: We are a B.C. top employer and offer welcoming workplaces with a range of benefits and policies to support you at every stage of your career. About the role: The Occupational Therapist works independently and as part of a collaborative, multidisciplinar…

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Position Summary We are hiring for a relief (temporary) full-time Occupational Therapist, Acute care at the East Kootenay Regional Hospital in Cranbrook. This opportunity is anticipated to run until July 2027 or until the return of the current incumbent. Days of Work: rotating days Shift times/Hours of work: 08:00 to 16:00 What we offer: We are a B.C. top employer and offer welcoming workplaces with a range of benefits and policies to support you at every stage of your career. About the role: The Occupational Therapist works independently and as part of a collaborative, multidisciplinary rehabilitation team, and may be providing a full range of occupational therapy services across inpatient, outpatient, residential, and community settings. • Conduct comprehensive assessments and develop individualized treatment plans. • Implement therapy programs to promote functional independence and optimal health outcomes. • Provide consultation, education, and support to clients and their caregivers. • Prescribe and recommend appropriate equipment to enhance daily living. • Participate in program planning, quality assurance initiatives, research, and departmental meetings. • Offer guidance and work direction to rehabilitation assistants regarding 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. Join our welcoming team and make a meaningful difference in the lives of others! Qualifications Graduation from a recognized occupational therapy program. Full practicing licensee 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. Competition #: 02459331 Employee Type: RELIEF FULL TIME Bargaining Unit: HSA Facility: EK REGIONAL HOSPITAL Location: Cranbrook Department: EKH OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY Reports To: MANAGER OR DESIGNATE Hourly Wage: $45.15 - $56.17 Close Date: OPEN UNTIL FILLED

Listed skills

• independence · Preferred
• collaborative · Preferred
• Organization · Preferred
• Quality assurance · Preferred
• Attention to detail · Preferred
• Health · Preferred
• Planning · Preferred
• Assurance · Preferred
• Works independently · Preferred
• Time · Preferred

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