Island Health·Parksville, British Columbia
Provide community-based occupational therapy services to referred clients. Provide consultation for caregivers. Educate clients, caregivers, staff, and the community on rehabilitation interventions. Continuously improve quality and safety as a shared responsibility
Close Date Location Oceanside Health Centre (OHC) - Parksville, BC V9P 1J9 CA (Primary) Work Area (FBA Only) Multi-Site Yes Travel Requirement Travel between multiple sites is a regular/on-going requirement Shift Start Time/End Time 0830-1652 Days Off Rotating Vacancy Type Temp FT Salary Range (Hourly Rate) $45.15 - $56.17 Paid FTE 1.0 Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS 75 Planned Start Date Sep. 8 2026 Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY) Mar. 7 2028 Pending Return of Incumbent Yes CRC required? (employee will be working with or have access to children or vulnerable adults and requires a Criminal Record Check) Required for Professional Registration
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.
Graduation from a recognized university program in Occupational Therapy.
Current licensure as an Occupational Therapist with the College of Health and Care Professionals of BC.
Eligible for membership in the Canadian Association of Occupational Therapists (CAOT).
Minimum two (2) years' post-graduate experience in Occupational Therapy (or equivalent combination).
Community experience preferred.
Excellent communication and organizational skills.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
Class 5 driver's license (daily travel required).
Criminal Record Check required for professional registration
Market context
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