Are you a registered Occupational Therapist looking to highlight your knowledge, skills, and abilities in a new and dynamic environment? We currently have an opportunity for you to bring your excellent work ethic to our Home and Community Care Rehab department. In accordance with professional standards and code of ethics as outlined by the College of Health and Care Professionals of British Columbia, the Occupational Therapist works independently and collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team providing 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 in inpatient, outpatient, residential and community settings.

The Occupational

Therapist contributes to the organization and the overall goals of the profession and 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.

The Occupational

Therapist provides input to the Manager by participating in the development of guidelines and procedures, research and continuous quality improvement initiatives for the department. Performs administrative duties as required.

Shift Rotation/Hours of work: Bulkley Lodge is a stand-alone, long-term care home located in central Smithers,



approximately five minutes from Bulkley Valley District Hospital. Pastoral and spiritual services are provided by the Smithers Ministerial Group with regular, on-site spiritual care. There is a volunteer program in place to facilitate resident participation in social activities and outings.

There is also an on-site, integrated community Adult Day Program, operating 7 days a week. Smithers offers affordable housing and natural splendor that support a balanced lifestyle. The population of Smithers is approximately 6,000, with an additional 5,000 from the surrounding communities that access services.

What Northern

Health has to offer you! ~ Comprehensive benefit packages including, extended health/dental and a municipal pension plan for part-time and full-time employees. Casuals have the option of paying for perks. ~ Four weeks vacation with one year of continuous service ~ Employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities ~ Spectacular outdoor activities and the shortest commutes in BC ~"Loan Forgiveness Programs" are offered through the Federal and BC Government for eligible professions. Are you an International Applicant?

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📌 Occupational Therapist - Rehab- Occupational Therapy (Smithers)
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