Job Description

Close DateJun. 23 2024LocationCowichan District Hospital - Duncan, BC V9L 1E5 CA (Primary)Work Area (FBA Only)Multi-SiteNoTravel RequirementNo travel requiredShift Start Time/End Time0800-1600Days OffWeekend/Stats, MondayVacancy TypeTemp PTSalary Range (Hourly Rate)$42.56 - $52.95Paid FTE0.84Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS60Planned Start DateAug. 26 2024Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY)Aug. 26 2025Pending Return of IncumbentYesCRC required? (employee will be working with or have access to children or vulnerable adults and requires a Criminal Record Check)Required for Professional RegistrationIn accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority, patient safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone at VIHA; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.Under general supervision and as part of a multidisciplinary health care team, the Occupational Therapist assesses treats, educates and manages patients/clients receiving occupational therapy services.QUALIFICATIONS:Education, Training And ExperienceGraduation from a recognized university program in Occupational Therapy. Current practicing full registration with the College of Occupational Therapists of British Columbia (COTBC). Eligible for membership in the Canadian Association of Occupational Therapists (CAOT). Knowledge of current Occupational Therapy standards, modalities and scope of practice; or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Valid BC Driver\'s License.Skills And Abilities

• Prioritize, organize and problem-solve
• Observe and assess clients/patients
• Demonstrate sound judgment, tact and empathy
• Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing
• Deal with others effectively
• Participate as a member of a multidisciplinary team
• Foster good public relations
• Physically and emotionally able to perform the duties of the position
• Operate related equipment, including computerized systems
• Type
• Use personal vehicle

Link to Full Additional information for applicantsAdditional ClausesVaccination Notification: To keep our employees, clients and the communities we serve safe, Island Health is enforcing an employee mandatory vaccination policy which is intended to prevent the transmission of COVID-19. As such, Island Health requires Proof of BC Provincial Immunization Registration as a condition of employment, and any offers of employment are contingent on you providing proof of vaccination prior to commencement of the offered effective date. If an offer of employment is extended, but proof of vaccination is not provided, the offer will be rescinded.Requisition CAHealth Science ProfessionalsAffiliation/UnionHSA

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