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Community Occupational Therapist

@ Island Health

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Nanaimo, British Columbia

Per diem2+ years experience
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Overview

Island Health is hiring a per diem Community Occupational Therapist to provide community-based occupational therapy to referred clients, consult with caregivers, and educate clients, caregivers, staff and the community on rehabilitation. The role involves daily driving between client sites and requires a BC OT licence, a university OT degree, at least two years of post-graduate experience, and a Class 5 driver's licence.

Responsibilities:

  • Provide community-based occupational therapy to referred clients
  • Consult with caregivers on client care
  • Educate clients, caregivers, staff and community on rehabilitation
  • Apply patient safety and quality improvement practices

Requirements summary:

  • OT degree from a recognized university program
  • Current BC licence as an Occupational Therapist
  • Eligible for CAOT membership
  • Minimum two years post-graduate OT experience
  • Community experience preferred
  • Class 5 driver's licence

Tools & skills

Occupational therapyCommunication skillsOrganizational skillsWork independentlyClass 5 licence
Source and dates

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Employer posting date
2026-09-15
First seen by our source
2026-10-14
Source record updated
2026-10-17

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Job details

SeniorityMid level
DepartmentAllied health
Experience2+ years
Travelair: none · ground: moderate
Work settingClient sites, Home
PositionSitting and standing
Physical demandsphysical low · computer moderate
Driver’s licencerequired
EducationBachelor’s degree (required)
Fields of studyOccupational Therapy

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Island Health

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Job description

Job Description

In 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 the general administrative direction of the Manager, this position provides community based Occupational Therapy services to referred clients; provides consultation for caregivers; and educates clients, caregivers, staff and the community on rehabilitation interventions.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education, Training And Experience

Graduation from a recognized university program in Occupational Therapy. Current licensure in a practicing category with the College of Health and Care Professionals of BC as an Occupational Therapist. Eligible for membership in the Canadian Association of Occupational Therapists (CAOT). Minimum two (2) years' post graduate experience in Occupational Therapy or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Community experience preferred.

Skills And Abilities

  • Excellent communication, speaking and organizational skills. Able to work independently with minimal supervision. Class 5 driver's license - daily travel required.

Link to Full Job Description

https://jd.viha.ca/JD1642.pdf

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