Occupational Therapist

Position Summary
Join a dynamic team dedicated to excellence in health care! Ponderosa Lodge in Kamloops, B.C., is hiring a passionate Occupational Therapist who is committed to making a positive impact on resident lives!

Eligible positions may qualify for up to $15,000 as a recruitment incentive.

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 and dental benefits
• Employee & Family Assistance Program
• Municipal Pension Plan
• Education and development opportunities
• Locations that qualify for B.C. student loan forgiveness

About the worksite | Ponderosa Lodge embodies the spirit of care, compassion, and community, providing seniors with a supportive and enriching environment where they can live their best lives in their golden years. This modern assisted living facility offers a warm and welcoming environment where residents can enjoy the comforts of home alongside personalized support services. Whether it's assistance with daily activities, medication management, or simply a friendly conversation, residents can count on the staff to be there for them every step of the way. In addition to its exceptional care services, Ponderosa Lodge offers a range of activities and amenities designed to enrich residents' lives. From fitness classes and arts and crafts sessions to outings and social events, there's always something engaging happening at the lodge.

About the position | This position covers both Long-term Care and Short Stay bed at two sites. May be redeployed to meet operational management. Days of work Monday to Friday; 08:00 to 16:00.

An Occupational Therapist plays a crucial part in providing assessment, treatment planning and implementation, program planning, consultation, equipment prescription and education to patients and/or their caregivers. Operating within a client-centered approach and as an essential member of our interdisciplinary team, you make a substantial contribution to promote functional independence and enable patients to achieve and maintain optimal health outcomes. You will provide work direction to the Rehabilitation Assistants working with the rehabilitation team in regard to transfer of function.

About us | Interior Health is a leading public health authority in British Columbia (B.C.). We are 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 team, and our commitment to environmental sustainability supports our primary goal of increasing the health and well-being of everybody in our region.

About this location | Proud to be Canada's Tournament Capital, the city of Kamloops is situated in the heart of the southern interior at the meeting of the North and South Thompson Rivers. Kamloops is the 3rd largest city outside the Lower Mainland and is the centre of commercial trade and services for the region. Residents enjoy a lively professional arts scene that offers up a variety of galleries, the symphony, and a number of live theaters, modern shops, excellent parks and multi-use trails, world class ski and golf resorts, top recreational facilities as well as an endless choice of water sports and fishing lakes. Kamloops is home to some of the best mountain biking in North America and the renowned four season resort Sun Peaks is only 45 minutes away. Blue skies, endless sunshine, one thousand lakes and spectacular landscapes make the Kamloops region the natural place to work and play.

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.