Therapist (Occupational or Physiotherapist)

4 weeks ago


Abbotsford BC, Canada Fraser Health Full time

The salary range for this position is CAD $42.Why Fraser Health?

Fraser Health continues to be recognized as one of BC's Top Employers, are you someone who is passionate about making a difference in the lives of others?
Fraser Health is responsible for the delivery of hospital and community-based health services to over 1.9 million people in 20 diverse communities from Burnaby to Fraser Canyon on the traditional territories of the Coast Salish and Nlaka’pamux Nations. Our team of 43,000 staff, medical staff and volunteers is dedicated to serving our patients, families and communities to deliver on our vision: Better health, best in health care.
Effective October 26th, 2021, all new hires to Fraser Health will need to have full COVID 19 vaccination (have received a full series of a World Health Organization “WHO” approved vaccine against infection by SARS-COV-2, or a combination of approved WHO vaccines).Please note this applies to all postings, and individual medical exemptions must be approved by the Provincial Health Officer.
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Reporting administratively to the Manager, Mental Health and Substance Use Services and clinically to the Professional Practice Chief, Occupational Therapy, the Occupational Therapist provides Occupational Therapy services to patients/clients in the Inpatient Psychiatry Unit (IPU) by using a variety of modalities and in accordance with professional practice standards and clinical policies and practices. Participates as a member of the interdisciplinary team in care planning, discharge planning, resource linkage and education from an Occupational Therapy perspective. Participates as a member of local committees and planning bodies as assigned.
Provides occupational therapy assessments, consultations and interventions to psychiatricpatients/clients to maximizefunction and to promote independence and safety. Determines the appropriate use of recognized occupational therapy assessment tools (e.g. neurobehavioural cognitive exams, ADL/IADL assessments and conducts appropriate assessments.
# Identifies the resources required for treatment, including tests, materials, equipment and funding and initiates requests for external funding as required.
# Facilitates the group therapy process through the use of cognitive, behavioural, psycho-educational, problem-solving and crisis intervention methods.
# Facilitates transitioning back to the community.
# Prepares written assessments/reports including recommendations to facilitatepatient/client success in the rehabilitation. Role models and demonstratesoccupational therapy techniques and practicesto staff and students, provides information based on application of theories, concepts and principles; ensures compliance with standards of practice and supports staff to provide excellence in quality patient/client care based on best practices.
# Providesclinicalexpertise, consultation and leadership in evidence-based occupational therapy practice to patients/clients and/or staffby reviewing literature, consulting with experts, collaborating with members of the interdisciplinary team, evaluating clinical practice and making recommendationsfor changes to existing standards.
# Maintains client records by documenting client assessments, preparing progress notes and writing reports in accordance with established professional/organizational standards, policies and procedures.
# Promotes continuous quality improvement by participating on local committees and planning bodies, engaging in program/practice evaluation, identifying opportunities for improved effectiveness and engaging in ongoing professional development.
# Baccalaureate degree in Occupational Therapy. One (1) year's recent, related experience in a psychiatric setting or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
Knowledge and understanding of psychosocial aspects of mental health issues. Knowledge of behavioural management strategies and techniques.
Knowledge of relevant legislation, standards and policies.
Thorough knowledge of rehabilitation practices in Psychiatry.
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing with clients, families, the health care team and community agency personnel.
Demonstrated ability to teach and provide consultation to clients, families and health care professionals.



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