Occupational Therapist

Occupational Therapist – Lifemark Physiotherapy Kamloops

Location: 164 Oriole Road, Kamloops, BC V2C 4N7

Schedule: Monday – Friday

Status: Permanent Full Time

$5,000 Signing Bonus Included

If you like adventures and the outdoors why not consider Kamloops. Hiking, biking, skiing, wineries the list goes on!.

Kamloops has something for everyone and if you are considering a move we can help with the relocation costs.

If you are looking for an awesome clinic with great people and a culture that keeps you engaged and energized, then look no further than Lifemark. As one of Canada’s largest health care and rehabilitation companies, Lifemark is passionate about enriching the health of Canadians through a holistic approach to collaborative care.

This is at the heart of everything we do, and we are seeking a Full-Time Occupational Therapist who shares this same philosophy. This position will support Occupation Rehab programming as well as community OT work

Your Day-to-Day

• Assessing client’s physical and/or cognitive functioning within the clinic setting.

Common assessments include: job demands analyses, functional capacity evaluations, cognitive abilities evaluations, ergonomic, attendant care, and pre-employment assessments
• Creating and implementing individualized treatment plans based on analysis and clinical reasoning
• Educating clients on topics such as safe body mechanics, cognitive behavioral strategies, and functional tolerance activities
• Supporting return-to-work programs (job coaching, accommodation recommendations)
• Utilizing e-charting software to document treatment sessions; submitting reports to stakeholders in a timely manner
• Participating in case conferences and case management
• A minimum of 2 years experience is preferred. New graduates and entry level therapists are welcome to apply.
• Supervising Occupational Therapy students (as preferred)
• Networking with all stakeholders to promote Lifemark OT programs
• Managing caseload in a fast-paced environment

What You Bring to the Team:

• Registration (member in good standing) with the provincial College of Occupational Therapists
• Previous experience treating clients with physical, neurological, and/or mental health conditions
• Ability to be autonomous; working both independently and as part of the team
• Demonstrated commitment to post-graduate professional development
• Previous experience supporting auto insurance, long term disability, and WSIB referrals is a strong asset
• Experience supporting occupational rehabilitation is a strong asset
• A valid driver’s license and have access to a reliable vehicle

Why Lifemark:

We live our values in everything thing we do – striving for simplicity, doing the right thing, being inclusive and welcoming, and having fun!
We go the extra kilometer by offering our employees:

• Competitive salary with Extensive benefits package
• Annual continuing education allowance
• Internal Training opportunities
• Vacation & 5 Wellness Days
• 30% Discount at Shoppers Drug Mart
• Eligibility to join Loblaw Employee Share Ownership Program
• Growth opportunities & Pathways for Clinical Leadership
• GoodLife Fitness discount

Lifemark welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities.

Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

Lifemark promotes equal employment opportunities for all job applicants, including those self-identifying as a member of the following groups: Indigenous peoples, Newcomers to Canada, and Visible minorities.

Interested in learning more?. Visit our website for more information.