Occupational Therapist

Position Overview

Function Health Group is seeking an Occupational Therapist to join our team in the Lower Mainland in a part‑time or full‑time contractor capacity.

Start date:

ASAP.

We have an opportunity for an Occupational Therapist to join our Lower Mainland group in either a full‑time or part‑time contractor capacity. For this role, candidates must have at least one year of experience providing return‑to‑work rehabilitation services or other job site experiences (job demands analyses, ergonomic analyses, return‑to‑work organization with employers at the job site). Experience in community‑based therapy or functional capacity evaluations is also an asset.

• Conduct functional assessments (physical and cognitive) in the Lower Mainland.
• Develop a graded work simulation program.
• Collaborate with key stakeholders to develop and monitor graduated return‑to‑work plans.
• Perform job site visits.
• Assist with job coaching.
• Provide timely written and/or verbal communication of assessment findings and treatment outcomes.
• Provide ongoing individualized education to clients, with a focus on a timely and safe return to work.

• 12 months of experience as an Occupational Therapist with 6 months of experience in return‑to‑work rehabilitation services, functional assessments, or other job site experiences (job demands analyses, ergonomic analyses, return‑to‑work organization with employers at the job site). Training and mentorship are available for candidates who do not quite meet the requirements.
• Bachelor's or Master’s Degree in Occupational Therapy.
• Current registration and in good standing with the College of Health and Care Professionals of BC (CHCPBC).
• Possess malpractice insurance of at least $5 million per occurrence.
• Ability to work well within a multidisciplinary team, as well as independently.
• Have excellent clinical, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Ability to travel to various job sites around the Lower Mainland.

Our clinicians enjoy flexible work hours and competitive remuneration. We have an established mentoring program and provide research assistance as required by any clinical case.

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Function Health Group is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate because of race, colour, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, physical or mental disability, age, and/or status.