* Occupational Therapist | Kamloops

Join us as an Occupational Therapist in Kamloops! We have permanent full time or part-time positions, and relief positions available! This posting encompasses all Occupational Therapists career opportunities throughout Kamloops, B.C.

Occupational Therapists play a crucial part in providing assessment, treatment planning and implementation, program planning, consultation, equipment prescription and education to residents/clients and/or their caregivers. Operating within a client-centered approach and as an essential member of our interdisciplinary team, an Occupational Therapist makes a substantial contribution to promote functional independence and enable residents/clients to achieve and maintain optimal health outcomes.

What We Offer

Pay: Hourly wages are $42.56 to $52.96 per hour. Recognition of previous experience in determining starting salary.

Benefits: Strong employee benefit package 100 per cent employer paid. Defined benefit Pension Plan. Annual vacation starting at four weeks. Life and Disability Insurance. Employee wellness plans.

Career Development: Mentorship to help orientate, navigate and thrive in your new role. $1,000 per year to use for courses plus education leave. Development resources for leadership skills.

Relocation: Financial moving support for eligible positions.

WHERE YOU CAN PRACTICE

Royal Inland Hospital (RIH) stands as a prominent healthcare institution serving the interior region of B.C. Renowned for its comprehensive medical services and commitment to excellence, RIH offers a wide range of specialized care, including emergency medicine, surgery, maternity services, cancer care, and mental health support.

Hillside Centre is an acute tertiary mental health facility providing highly specialized care for adults aged 19 and older with complex and severe mental illnesses, including neurocognitive disorders.

Ponderosa Lodge embodies the spirit of care, compassion, and community, providing seniors with a supportive and enriching environment where they can live their best lives in their golden years.

The Kamloops Seniors Health & Wellness Centre provides specialized short-term care (four to eight weeks) for seniors referred by their family doctor, nurse practitioner, or specialist.

Kamloops Mental Health and Substance Use (MHSU) Services and partner agencies provide a range of mental health and substance use services for all ages striving to ensure that services are welcoming of all peoples, gender identities, cultures, ethnicities and backgrounds.

ABOUT OUR LOCATION

Living in Kamloops offers a blend of urban amenities and outdoor adventure set against the backdrop of stunning natural beauty. Situated at the confluence of the North and South Thompson rivers, Kamloops boasts a semi-arid climate with warm summers and mild winters, making it an ideal playground for outdoor enthusiasts year-round.

READY TO JOIN OUR TEAM

Come and experience the unique blend of professional fulfillment and quality lifestyle that awaits you in the Thompson Region of British Columbia.