Posted 5 months ago
Occupational Therapist | Long-term care
@ Interior Health Authority
Oliver, British Columbia
Overview
Interior Health Authority is hiring a part-time relief Occupational Therapist in Oliver, B.C., for long-term care and short-stay clients at McKinney Place and one day a week at Sunnybank Centre. The role runs Tuesday to Friday, 08:00 to 16:00, until about February 2028 or the return of the current incumbent. The posting states competitive pay with recognition of prior experience, employer-paid extended health, dental and municipal pension benefits.
Responsibilities:
- Évaluer les clients et élaborer des plans de traitement individualisés
- Mettre en œuvre des programmes pour favoriser l'autonomie fonctionnelle
- Offrir consultation et éducation aux clients et aux aidants
- Prescrire et recommander de l'équipement adapté
- Encadrer les assistants en réadaptation
Requirements summary:
- Diplôme d'un programme reconnu en ergothérapie
- Permis de pratique complet du CHCPBC
- Admissibilité à l'Association canadienne des ergothérapeutes
- Permis de conduire valide de la C.-B.
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Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-06-15
- 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 | 29.5 |
| Schedule | day |
| Travel | air: none · ground: minimal |
| Work setting | Care home, Client sites |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer moderate |
| Driver’s licence | required |
| Education | Bachelor’s degree (required) |
| Fields of study | Occupational therapy |
| Perks mentioned | Generous paid time off, Retirement plan, Relocation assistance, Employee discount |
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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
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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 | 1,372 |
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We are hiring for a relief part-time 0.82fte Occupational Therapist to support long-term care and short stay clients in Oliver, B.C. This position caseload includes McKinney Place long-term care and short-stay convalescent clients, and one day per week supporting Sunnybank Centre long-term care clients. This role is anticipated to run until approximately February 2028 or the return of the current incumbent.
Join our welcoming team and make a meaningful difference in the lives of others!
Days of Work: Tuesday to Friday
Shift times/Hours of work: 08:00 to 16:00
What we offer:
We are one of B.C.’s top employers and offer welcoming workplaces with a range of benefits and policies to support you at every stage of your career.
• Competitive pay with recognition of previous experience
• Employer-paid benefits, including extended health, dental, and a municipal pension plan
• Relocation assistance for eligible positions
• Four weeks vacation with one year of continuous service
• Education and career development opportunities
• Mentorship programs for new graduates and internationally educated professionals
• Canada and B.C. student loan forgiveness for eligible professions and locations
• Employee and family assistance program, plus exclusive employee discounts
About the role:
The Occupational Therapist works independently and as part of a collaborative, multidisciplinary rehabilitation team, and may be providing a full range of occupational therapy services across inpatient, outpatient, residential, and community settings.
• Conduct comprehensive assessments and develop individualized treatment plans.
• Implement therapy programs to promote functional independence and optimal health outcomes.
• Provide consultation, education, and support to clients and their caregivers.
• Prescribe and recommend appropriate equipment to enhance daily living.
• Participate in program planning, quality assurance initiatives, research, and departmental meetings.
• Offer guidance and work direction to rehabilitation assistants regarding transfer of function.
About us:
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:
Surrounded by picturesque orchards, forests, vineyards and mountains, Oliver is an ideal location for outdoor recreational pursuits. Given the abundance of lakes in the area, water sports, including water-skiing, windsurfing, canoeing and fishing are very popular. Other activities include cycling, hiking, wildlife viewing and horseback riding.
Qualfications
Graduation from a recognized occupational therapy program.
Full 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 BC Driver’s license.
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