Occupational Therapist – Island Health

Title of the Job: Occupational Therapist

Location: Victoria, BC

Job Description: Close DateOct. 18 2024LocationGorge Road Hospital – Victoria, BC V9A 1L2 CA
Victoria General Hospital – Victoria, BC V8Z 6R5 CA (Primary)Work Area (FBA Only)Multi-SiteYesTravel RequirementNo travel requiredShift Start Time/End Time800-1600Days OffRotatingVacancy TypeTemp PTSalary Range (Hourly Rate)$42.56 – $52.95Paid FTE.5Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS37.5Planned Start DateOct. 21 2024Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY)Jan. 8 2025Pending Return of IncumbentYesCRC required? (employee will be working with or have access to children or vulnerable adults and requires a Criminal Record Check)Required for Professional RegistrationJob DescriptionIn 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, assesses, develops and implements individual and group treatment programs to ensure optimum patient care for assigned caseload. Coordinates patients’ treatment programs with referring physicians and other medical professionals.QUALIFICATIONS:Education, Training And ExperienceGraduation from a university program in Occupational Therapy recognized by the Canadian Association of Occupational Therapy (CAOT). Current licensure in a practicing category with the College of Health and Care Professionals of BC as an Occupational Therapist. Eligible for membership in the CAOT.Skills And Abilities

• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Demonstrated planning and instructional skills.
• Ability to organize individual patient treatment programs.
• Ability to work cooperatively with other professional disciplines as part of a team.
• Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.

Link to Full Job DescriptionAdditional information for applicantscurrent caseload is 7D LIRU week on/week offAdditional ClausesThis position is eligible for up to a $15,000 signing bonus. Employees must meet eligibility criteria. Discuss your eligibility with a recruiter today!

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