primary care occupational therapist

7 days ago

Dawson Creek, Canada Northern Health Authority Full time
Position Summary
** Financial Support for Moving Expenses is available for this position **

Are you interested in being part of a team that provides person and family centred care? Join the interprofessional team in Primary Care and be a part of something new and exciting.
Within the context of a person and family-centered model of care and in accordance with Northern Health's vision for an idealized system of services built on a foundation of Primary Health Care, the Primary Care Occupational Therapist (OT) works collaboratively with interprofessional teams to develop a plan of care and deliver health services coordinated through the Primary Care Home. The OT practices in accordance with the professional standards and code of ethics as outlined by the College of Health and Care Professionals of British Columbia.

The OT provides competent, safe, and ethical care for people and their families in settings such as physician practices, homes, facilities, and communities, and applies the principles of evidence-informed practice to achieve effective outcomes related to their participation in valued activities. Through clinical assessment, treatment planning, recommended interventions, and follow up, the occupational therapist contributes to the fulfillment of the overall plan of care developed by the interprofessional team and informed by the person's personal goals for care.

Shift Rotation/Hours of work: Monday to Friday - Days - 08:00 to 16:00

Primary and Community Care
Northern Health's approach to person and family-centered care involves creating health care teams, which include your doctor or nurse practitioner and other health care professionals, to provide a range of health care services. The quality of care increases by providing continuity of care over time and across settings, and will result in better long-term health outcomes.

Dawson Creek has a population of 12,178 (2021) with a youthful and vibrant community that serves as a major centre for the surrounding areas. Come enjoy the beautiful sunrises and sunsets Dawson Creek has to offer. Check out for more information about this community where the northern lights shine.

What Northern Health has to offer you

•Comprehensive benefit packages including MSP, extended health/dental and a municipal pension plan for part-time and full-time employees. Casuals have the option of paying for benefits.

•Four weeks vacation with one year of continuous service

•Financial support for moving expenses is available for eligible positions

•Employee referral program

•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.

Qualfications

•Graduate of a recognized Occupational Therapy program.

•Registered with the College of Health and Care Professionals of British Columbia

Skills and Abilities:

• Assessment and Treatment: Demonstrated ability to complete initial and ongoing assessments and utilize appropriate, therapeutic interventions.

• Teaching : Ability to teach both one-on-one and in groups.

• Knowledge Integration : Integrates best practice and current research evidence to support professional practice decisions and actions.

• Communication : Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with people and their families as well as the public, physicians and members of the interdisciplinary team. Ability to effectively resolve interpersonal differences and resolve conflict.

• Critical Thinking : Demonstrated ability to integrate and evaluate pertinent data (from multiple sources) to problem-solve and make decisions effectively.

• Human Caring and Relationship Centered Practice : Ability to promote person centered care which includes maintaining sensitivity to diverse cultures and preferences, social justice concerns and the need for advocacy.

• Management : Demonstrated ability to organize work, set objectives and priorities and achieve results

• Leadership : Promotes staff morale, engagement and empowerment. Demonstrates creative planning for change and innovation, implementation of NH policies or other protocols, and ongoing professional development of self and others.

• Teamwork : Demonstrated ability to foster teamwork and a commitment to excellence in the provision of person centered care.

• Equipment : Demonstrated computer skills including the use of Meditech and Windows based programs. Demonstrated data analysis skills including appropriate data analysis and reporting tools. Demonstrated ability in the use of e-mail and word processing. Ability to operate other related equipment as required in the specific practice area.

• Ability : Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.

Who we are
Northern Health covers an area of nearly 600,000 square kilometers and offers health services in over two dozen communities and 55 First Nation's communities. We deliver hospital and community-based health care for a population of 300,000.

Employing more than 7,000 staff throughout the region, Northern Health provides exceptional health services for Northerners, through the efforts of dedicated staff and physicians, in partnership with communities and organizations in Northern BC.

There is a wide variety of career opportunities available in our two dozen hospitals, 25 long-term care facilities, public health units and many other offices providing specialized services.

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