Posted 7 months ago
Occupational Therapist | Acute Care
@ Interior Health Authority
Golden, British Columbia
Overview
Interior Health Authority is hiring a casual Occupational Therapist for Golden & District Hospital, working Monday to Friday, 08:30 to 16:30, on an as-needed basis. The role assesses clients, builds individualized treatment plans, prescribes equipment, educates clients and caregivers, and supervises rehabilitation assistants in acute and long-term care. It requires an occupational therapy degree, CHCPBC practice licensure, and a valid B.C. driver's licence.
Responsibilities:
- Assess clients and develop individualized treatment plans
- Prescribe equipment and deliver client and caregiver education
- Collaborate with a multidisciplinary rehabilitation team
- Provide work direction to rehabilitation assistants
- Contribute to quality improvement, research and education
Requirements summary:
- Graduation from a recognized occupational therapy program
- Practicing licensee with CHCPBC
- Eligible for CAOT membership
- Valid B.C. driver's licence
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-04-13
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-09
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-09
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Job details
| Department | Allied health |
| Hours per week | 40 |
| Schedule | day |
| Travel | air: none · ground: none |
| Work setting | Hospital or clinic, Care home |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer moderate |
| Driver’s licence | required |
| Education | Professional degree (MD, JD…) (required) |
| Fields of study | Occupational Therapy |
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Interior Health Authority
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Full company description
With the help of our staff and physicians, Interior Health is proud to deliver high-quality health-care services to the communities and visitors of the Southern Interior of British Columbia. We strive to set new standards of excellence in the delivery of health services in the province of B.C. and our mission is to promote healthy lifestyles and provide needed health services in a timely, caring and efficient manner, to the highest professional and quality standards. Our uniqueness is in who we are and where we are. Our geographical location offers the choice of an active urban lifestyle or quiet rural setting. Whether you’re in clinical care, management, or in a supporting role, your impact will be felt. Your passion and motivation combined with our commitment to set new standards of excellence makes Interior Health the right choice for you. We thrive as a direct result of state-of-the-art equipment, forwarding thinking and strong leadership. We are here for your whole life from career choices to family benefits to work/life balance. At Interior Health there is always room to grow.
- LinkedIn followers
- 44,807
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 10,028
- Reported office locations
- 505 Doyle Avenue, Kelowna, British Columbia V1Y 0C5, CA
- Other recorded names
- Interior Health Authority
- Specialties
- Health Care
- Profile identifies a recruitment agency
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With the help of our staff and physicians, Interior Health is proud to deliver high-quality health-care services to the communities and visitors of the Southern Interior of British Columbia. We strive to set new standards of excellence in the delivery of health services in the province of B.C. and our mission is to promote healthy lifestyles and provide needed health services in a timely, caring and efficient…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Hospitals and Health Care |
| Company size | 10,001+ employees |
| Headquarters | Kelowna, British Columbia |
| Organization type | Nonprofit |
| Year founded | 2001 |
| Specialties | Health Care |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 1,366 |
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We have a Casual Occupational Therapist opening in Golden & District Hospital.
Days of work: Monday to Friday
Shift times: 08:30 to 16:30
What we offer:
We provide a comprehensive, competitive, and people focused employment package, emphasizing wellness, growth, work–life balance, and long-term stability. Locations that qualify for B.C. Student Loan Forgiveness Program.
About this position:
Casual shifts are available five days a week on an as needed basis. In this role, you’ll use your professional expertise and independent judgment while collaborating closely with a multidisciplinary rehabilitation team to deliver meaningful occupational therapy in the acute care and long-term care settings. Guided CHCPBC standards, you’ll assess clients, develop and implement individualized treatment plans, prescribe equipment, and provide education and consultation to clients and their caregivers—all with the goal of supporting functional independence and optimal health outcomes. You’ll also play an active part in shaping programs, contributing to quality improvement initiatives, research, and education, while providing work direction to rehabilitation assistants to support safe and effective transfer of function.
About us:
Interior Health is 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:
Living in Golden, B.C., offers a unique blend of mountain beauty, outdoor adventure, and small-town charm. Nestled at the confluence of the Columbia and Kicking Horse rivers, and surrounded by five national parks, the town provides unparalleled access to hiking, skiing, mountain biking, and rafting. With a population of approximately 4,100, Golden boasts a tight-knit community where residents enjoy a high quality of life and a cost of living 31% below the provincial average. Golden's vibrant local culture, combined with its stunning natural surroundings, makes it an appealing choice for those seeking an active, nature-oriented lifestyle in a welcoming environment.
Come join our team and see why we’re one of B.C’s Top Employers! Connect with us at [email protected].
Qualfications
Graduation from a recognized occupational therapy program. Practicing licensee as an Occupational Therapist with the College of Health and Care Professionals of BC (CHCPBC). Eligible for membership in the Canadian Association of Occupational Therapists. Valid B.C. Driver’s license.
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