Job Description

Job Overview

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate

Community-Based Occupational Therapist

to join our dynamic healthcare team. In this vital role, you will assess, plan, and implement personalized therapy programs to enhance patients' functional independence and quality of life across a variety of settings. Whether working with children, adults, or seniors, your expertise will help individuals overcome physical, cognitive, and emotional challenges. We are a growing OT private practice clinic dedicated to providing high?quality, client?centred occupational therapy services.

This position offers an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful difference in patients' lives through innovative therapeutic interventions and collaborative care.

Sahara Rehab Consulting is an OT-led company, so all your supervisors would be Occupational Therapists.

Duties

Conduct comprehensive assessments of patients' physical, cognitive, and emotional abilities to develop tailored treatment plans. Assist patients with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), such as dressing, grooming, and mobility, to promote independence. Design and implement therapeutic interventions for diverse populations including geriatrics, individuals with disabilities, and those recovering from injury or illness. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams--including (GP's) physicians, physiotherapists, rehab assistants, kinsiologist, and fee payer case managers--to coordinate care plans and discharge strategies. Communicate with families, caregivers, and other professionals Conduct discharge planning to ensure seamless transitions from hospital to home or other care settings. Maintain detailed documentation of patient progress, treatment plans, and outcomes in compliance with healthcare regulations. Educate patients and families on therapy techniques, adaptive equipment use, and safety measures to support long-term well-being. Stay current with physiology knowledge, medical terminology, anatomy principles, and emerging therapeutic practices to deliver evidence-based care. Deliver home, community, school, or clinic?based sessions. Manage your own schedule and caseload as an independent contractor

Requirements

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program. Currently registered and in good standing with College of Health and Care Professionals of BC (CHCPBC). Valid professional liability insurance. Required to have access to a vehicle with a valid BC driver's license as travel within the entire Metro Vancouver Regional Area will be required. Minimum 1 year of clinical experience (private practice experience an asset but not required). Strong case management skills for coordinating discharge planning and community reintegration efforts. Ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary teams across outpatient clinics, school environments, home health services, or outpatient therapy centers. Excellent communication skills for educating patients and collaborating with healthcare professionals. The ability to work independently and manage your own caseload.

Compensation & Benefits

Competitive contractor fee split (percentage or flat?rate model - customizable) Flexible scheduling - you choose your work days and hours Ability to build a caseload aligned with your areas of interest (pediatrics, adults, neurological rehab, mental health, return?to?work, etc.) Administrative support provided Opportunities for professional development and growth A signing bonus could be consider an option for the ideal candidates
We are committed to fostering a supportive environment where your skills can thrive while making a lasting impact on the communities that we serve. Visit our website

www.sahararehab.com

to learn more about us.

Please send us an updated cover letter and resume (CV) to start the process of joining our diverse team.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 12 months

Pay: $73.00-$79.00 per hour

Benefits:

Casual dress Flexible schedule Mileage reimbursement Work from home
Work Location: Remote