New Career Opportunities for Internationally Educated Occupational Therapists

2 weeks ago


Kamloops, British Columbia, Canada Interior Health Authority Full time
Position Summary
Have you initiated the Substantial Equivalency Assessment System (SEAS) Program with the Association of Canadian Occupational Therapist Regulatory Organizations (ACOTRO)?

Interior Health (IH) is hiring internationally educated occupational therapists (IEOTs) who would like to relocate, become registered in the province of B.C. and apply to join our team

Kickstart Your Career with a Top 100 Employer in Canada

At Interior Health (IH), international educated occupational therapists are employed in diverse practice environments that range from large urban centres to rural settings. IEOTs have opportunity to work within an interdisciplinary team environment and across the healthcare continuum. You will have opportunity to identify your preferences for a position during the recruitment process.

Areas for clinical practice include:

• Medicine and Surgery

• Neuro/CVA/TBI

• Geriatrics/Seniors health

• Mental health

• Home Health

• Long Term Care

• Pediatrics

• Occupational Rehabilitation

• Hand Therapy

Supporting our Employees is Key

The occupational therapy departments at IH are dedicated to delivering the highest quality care to patients. We create and maintain environments that support internationally educated occupational therapists in providing safe, ethical, and quality healthcare. Our leadership team is committed to welcoming new employees, and we foster a sense of belonging and integration through various support channels.

Allied Health Transition to Practice Mentorship Program

IH's Allied Health Transition to Practice Mentorship Program is designed to support and guide IEOTs as they embark on their careers with us. It is our commitment to fostering growth, skill development, and excellence in Allied Health practices. New Entrants are provided opportunity to build knowledge, confidence and competence as they transition into careers within IH.

Discover Your New Backyard

Nestled in the scenic southern interior of British Columbia, our communities seamlessly blend the serenity of nature with vibrant urban amenities. Residents enjoy a year-round outdoor paradise amid stunning landscapes, complemented by a lively arts scene, a focus on well-being, and a strong sense of community spirit.

If you would like to see a map of our region, please click Here.

Please check out our promotional videos for each of our sub-regions below:
Kootenay Boundary
East Kootenay
Okanagan
Thompson Cariboo Shuswap Region

About IH

IH is committed to achieving a culturally diverse and inclusive workforce that is representative of the communities we serve, and where you are encouraged to bring your whole self to work. Well-being and work-life balance are promoted within the IH team, and our commitment to environmental sustainability supports our primary goal of increasing the health and well-being of everybody in the Interior Health region from our employees to the population we serve.

" We want the organization to be a place where people join, grow and stay " says acting vice president, human resources and professional practice. " No matter when or where you start, there will always be an opportunity for professional development and career growth ."

Relocation Assistance

Generous relocation assistance is available for eligible positions. Please inquire with your application.

With excellent healthcare benefits, competitive compensation, employee wellness program and commitment to a people-centred culture, work-life balance and diversity, equity and inclusion are important to us as it is to you.

Questions?

Connect with our Employee Recruitment team at Careers@interiorhealth.ca

Are you a Health Match BC IEOT Bursary recipient?

Interior Health is a public healthcare sector qualifying employer, and we can support your IEOT bursary recipient return of service commitment.

Qualfications

• Graduation from a recognized occupational therapy program.

• Current registration with the College of Occupational Therapists of British Columbia (COTBC). Eligible for membership in the Canadian Association of Occupational Therapists or British Columbia Society of Occupational Therapists.

• Valid Driver's license.

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