Description

JOB SUMMARY:

Within the context of a client and family-centered care model and in accordance with established standards of professional practice, and the vision, values and policies of the organization, this position is designated as the

Regional Clinical Resource Educator specializing in advanced practice for the designated populations from an occupational therapy perspective. Provides regular and ongoing clinical consultation, clinical guidance and clinical/ technical education for occupational therapists working with this population across the health authority; analyses literature and trends; identifies staff educational needs; develops, implements, and evaluates educational programs and clinical practice standards and guidelines in collaboration with Clinical Education, Practice Leadership and Operations partners; recommends changes to modify/change current clinical practices; provides formal feedback; and contributes to certain aspects of the evaluation of clinical/technical competency of clinicians; and assists with clinical operations including referral triaging and resource wayfinding. Initiates and participates in knowledge translation activities and quality improvement initiatives; facilitates an evidence-based culture and community of practice; and collaborates with members of the Mary Pack Arthritis Program (MPAP) and OASIS leadership teams across all sites.

This work is framed within VCH’s commitments to our pillars of Indigenous Cultural Safety, Anti-Racism, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion, and Planetary Health.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education &

Experience

Current full registration as an Occupational Therapist with the College of Health and Care Professionals of BC (CHCPBC), five (5) years' recent, related occupational therapy experience in the designated practice area. Completion of a professional instructional program for teaching.

Experience as an advanced practitioner and/or clinical instructor in interventions related to the designated populations, creating educational materials, implementing education strategies, utilizing knowledge translation abilities, or an equivalent combination of education,



training and experience.

Suggested membership with the Arthritis Health Professions Association and Canadian Occupational Therapy Association.

Valid BC Driver's License and access to a vehicle, as travel within the VCH geographic area may be required.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Comprehensive knowledge of Occupational therapy theory, and practice within a client and family centred model.

Comprehensive knowledge of evidence-based Occupational therapy practice related to specialty clinical area.

Comprehensive knowledge of the standards and guidelines established by the College of Health and Care Professionals of BC and the Canadian OT Association.

Comprehensive knowledge of legislation as pertaining to Occupational therapy practice

Comprehensive knowledge of applicable VCH clinical practice guidelines, policies, procedures, and standards of care.

General knowledge of Trauma Informed Practice and Harm Reduction approaches and Strengths-based care.

Demonstrated ability to promote Indigenous Cultural Safety and to provide competent and culturally safe care in a variety of settings and with diverse populations.

Comprehensive knowledge of teaching/guiding/coaching approaches and strategies to include tele-health and on-line mediums.

Comprehensive knowledge of adult education principles, methods, and tools.

Comprehensive knowledge of other health care disciplines and their role in client care.

Comprehensive knowledge of knowledge translation process and methodology.

Demonstrated ability in evidence-based practices and ability to demonstrate, teach, consult, orient and/or train both one-on-one and in groups.

Demonstrated ability to communicate with (both verbally and in writing),



and to deal effectively with co-workers, physicians, other health care professionals, clients and their families, and external agencies.

Demonstrated ability to function as an effective team member, mentor, coach, and facilitator.

Demonstrated ability to plan, organize and prioritize work, and to adjust to current or unanticipated events.

Demonstrated ability to problem-solve.

Demonstrated ability to develop project plans and implement new projects.

Demonstrated skill and ability to operate related equipment and techniques appropriate to clinical areas.

Demonstrated physical ability to perform the duties of the position.

Computer literacy to lead technology-based practice education and support.

The hours of work including days off and work area may be subject to change consistent with operational requirements and the provision of the Collective Agreement and applicable statutes.

Details

At Vancouver Coastal Health, our vision of healthy lives in healthy communities inspires us and our values and pillars guide us. We support equitable practices, diverse teams and inclusive environments, which are vital to creating welcoming spaces where everyone can bring their whole selves to work and feel supported. We encourage applications from equity-deserving communities, including Indigenous Peoples and members of racialized groups, people with disabilities and people of all gender identities and expressions and sexual orientation.

Vancouver Coastal Health is proud to be recognized as one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers, BC’s Top Employers, Canada’s Best Diversity Employers and Canada's Top Employers for Young People in 2026.

Unless otherwise noted on the posting, internal job postings close at 8:00 AM Pacific Time on the listed Closing Date. Please submit your digital application via the Internal Career Portal prior to the Closing Date & Time.

Nursing & LPN successful applicants will be notified by email.

We regret that only short listed candidates will be acknowledged.

This is an internal job posting for Vancouver Coastal Health employees only.

📌 Regional Clinical Resource Educator - Occupational Therapy (Rheumatology) (Vancouver)
🏢 Vancouver Coastal Health
📍 Vancouver