* Occupational Therapist

Position Summary
This posting encompasses all Occupational Therapist career opportunities throughout the Southern Interior of B.C. We have permanent full time and part-time positions available! Applicable positions may qualify for up to $20,000 as a recruitment incentive.

About us:
Interior Health is a leading public health authority in British Columbia. We strive for a diverse, inclusive workforce that reflects our communities and encourages you to bring your whole self to work. We promote well-being and work-life balance and are dedicated to environmental sustainability to enhance the health and well-being of everybody in our region.

What we Offer:
We offer welcoming workplaces along with a range of benefits, services and policies to support you at every stage of your career.

• Competitive pay and shift premiums
• Generous relocation assistance for eligible positions
• Employer-paid vacation starting at 4 weeks
• Employer-paid insurance, health, dental and wellness benefits
• Defined Benefit Pension
• Employer-paid education and development opportunities

About the Job:
Interior Health Occupational Therapists play a crucial part in providing assessment, treatment planning and implementation, program planning, consultation, equipment prescription and education to residents/clients and/or their caregivers. Operating within a client-centered approach and as an essential member of our interdisciplinary team, an Occupational Therapist makes a substantial contribution to promote functional independence and enable residents/clients to achieve and maintain optimal health outcomes.

About our Location:
Our region is renowned as one of the most desirable places to live in Canada. Here, amidst stunning landscapes and vibrant communities, you'll discover an abundance of exciting opportunities to advance your career in rehabilitation.

Urban areas: Penticton, Kelowna, Vernon, Kamloops, Trail, Cranbrook. Offering choice in a tertiary hospital, regional hospital, tertiary mental health, mental health and substance use programs, home health and community care, or long-term care setting.

Rural areas: Grand Forks, Princeton, Enderby, Salmon Arm, Nelson, Castlegar, Fernie, Sparwood, Creston, Invermere, 100 Mile House, Williams Lake, Clearwater, Lillooet, Ashcroft, Merritt. Offering choice in a community hospital, mental health and substance use programs, home health and community care, long-term care, or primary care setting.

Ready to Join our Team?

Come and experience the unique blend of professional fulfillment and quality lifestyle that awaits you in the Southern Interior of British Columbia.

Qualfications
• Current registration with the College of Health and Care Professions of British Columbia (CHCPBC). Eligible for membership in the Canadian Association of Occupational Therapists or British Columbia Society of Occupational Therapists.
• Valid Driver’s license.

** Internationally Educated Occupational Therapist (IEOT) Credential Assessment and Education Bursary Program **