Salary

The salary range for this position is CAD $42.56 - $52.95 / hour.

Job Summary

We are currently hiring for Casual Certified Hand Therapist to join our Rehabilitation team at Jim Pattison Outpatient Care & Surgery Centre located in Surrey, B.C.

Benefits

- Up to four weeks of vacation in your first year
- Comprehensive 100% employer paid benefits
- Immediate enrollment in a defined municipal pension plan
- Maternity top-up (eligibility requirements to qualify)
- 50% subsidy on TransLink passes
- Eligibility based on employment status

Responsibilities

- Conduct clinical and therapeutic assessments of clients using evidence-based approaches and standard tests.
- Analyze therapeutic needs and plan short- and long-term treatment programs consistent with client goals.
- Implement treatment programs with diverse intervention approaches and modalities.
- Evaluate the effectiveness of interventions through ongoing assessment and adjust strategies as needed.
- Participate in clinical program development and quality improvement activities.
- Prepare and maintain client records with evidence-based rationale.
- Collaborate with physicians, other healthcare disciplines, family, and community regarding client progress.
- Model hand therapy techniques and comply with standards of practice.
- Provide direction to staff on splint/orthotic fabrication and maintenance.
- Attend meetings and client conferences, providing feedback to families and team members.
- Ensure safety of work and safe use of all treatment equipment.
- Engage in ongoing career development and research activities.




- Participate on internal and external committees regarding hand therapy interventions.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

- Graduation from an approved school of Occupational Therapy or Physical Therapy.
- Two years’ recent related clinical experience in Hand Therapy and/or splinting, or equivalent combination.
- Certification in Hand Therapy (CHT) through the Hand Therapy Certification Commission.
- Current full registration with the College of Health and Care Professionals of British Columbia (CHCPBC).
- Eligibility for membership in the Canadian Association of Occupational Therapists or Physiotherapy Association of BC.

Skills and Abilities

- Demonstrated knowledge of evidence-based clinical practice related to Hand Therapy.
- Knowledge of the scope and practice of other healthcare disciplines.
- Knowledge of biomechanical and assistive technology concepts and current trends.
- Ability to develop, implement, and revise educational programs.
- Effective communication skills, verbal and written.
- Excellent planning, problem-solve, organization, and prioritization skills.
- Ability to teach and facilitate learning of others.
- Ability to work independently and as part of an interdisciplinary team.
- Ability to develop and maintain rapport with clients and stakeholders.
- Ability to operate related equipment and software applications.
- Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.

Fraser Health’s hiring practices aspire to ensure all individuals are treated in an inclusive, equitable, and culturally safe manner.

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📌 Certified Hand Therapist - Jim Pattison Outpatient Care & Surgery Centre (Surrey)
🏢 Fraser Health Authority
📍 Surrey