Occupational Therapist - Customised Recovery Program

Permanent Full Time Individual Contrib Surrey, BC, CA

3 days ago Requisition ID: 29035

Salary Range: $43.00 To $50.00 Hourly

Develop your potential. Make a difference.

Are you a passionate Occupational Therapist dedicated to enhancing the health and well‑being of Canadians? At Lifemark, your work makes a real difference—expanding access to care and creating lasting impact in the communities you serve.

About our Lifemark Physiotherapy Nordel Way Clinic

The clinical team at our Nordel Way clinic are passionate about enriching the health of their clients through a holistic approach, as the Occupational Therapist you will play a vital role in delivering care within a progressive and collaborative atmosphere.

Diversity and Inclusion matter here and we’re building teams that reflect the communities we serve and fostering an environment where everyone can thrive.

We welcome applications from New Grads and Internationally Educated OTs who have started the SEAS process.

This is a full-time permanent role, ideal for an OT who enjoys a fast pace and working with a multidisciplinary team to enhance the health of your community through a connected healthcare experience.

Your impact

As the Occupational Therapist working with a multi‑disciplinary team, you will develop individualized treatment plans to address the specific needs of each client in the program with a focus on Return to Work.

In this role, you will:

- Evaluate the worker's physical, cognitive, and psychological functions, as well as job demands and workplace environment.
- Create tailored, graded return‑to‑work plans with specific,



measurable goals that gradually increase activity and build tolerance.
- Perform clinical evaluations, provide exercises, functional tasks, and cognitive strategies (e.g., pacing, energy conservation) to address injury‑related deficits.
- Occupational Health screenings to evaluate an employee's physical, cognitive, and functional capacity to ensure they can safely perform job duties.
- Identification of appropriate equipment needs with initiation of recommendations.
- Teach techniques like mindfulness, relaxation, and sleep hygiene to manage pain, fatigue, and emotional distress.
- Provide education to the client and employer about the recovery process, the benefits of staying connected to work, and their roles in the plan.
- Record assessment and treatment interventions in the client's chart.
- Excel in a collaborative, inter‑disciplinary team workplace.
- Exhibit sound professional judgment.

Are you the right fit?

As one of the largest networks of OTs in the nation, you will work within a supportive, multidisciplinary environment, delivering high‑quality, client‑centered care across multiple clinics, or specific clinic and community settings. Key skills and qualifications include:

- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Knowledge of current Occupational Therapy standards,



modalities and scope of practice; or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
- Registered and in good standing with the College of Occupational Therapists in your province.
- 1‑3 years of experience as an Occupational Therapist is preferred.
- Newly Licensed Graduates are accepted.
- Valid Driver's License and reliable vehicle may be required.
- In some cases, Valid Vulnerable Sector screening check.
- In some cases, Proof of Tuberculin (2‑Step Mantoux Test) clearance (within 6 months).

Other Requirements:

- Clinical experience is an asset in areas such as brain injury/neurological rehabilitation, mental health, musculoskeletal/orthopedic injury, home safety, ergonomics and/or return to work.
- Passion for your profession and commitment to ongoing professional development.
- Superior interpersonal relations, communication, problem‑solving, time management, computer and documentation skills.
- Proficiency in computer skills.
- Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively as a member of a multidisciplinary team.
- Proficiency in computer skills.
- Bilingualism – French and English are assets.

Working at Lifemark

We believe that when our team members thrive, our patients feel the difference We’re committed to empowering you to build a fulfilling career, providing the support you need to explore your interests and create your own path. Wherever you are in your career, Lifemark offers the support you need to succeed. You can develop your clinical skills and entrepreneurial spirit through collaboration and mentorship from a network of industry leaders, expand into specialized areas, or advance

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