CRSU Research Therapist

Job Summary
Candidate will be completing patient assessments and providing occupational/physio-therapy
treatment as required by the study protocol for a variety of active clinical studies ongoing at
BC Children’s.

Organizational Status
The candidate will be hired under the BC Children’s Hospital Research Institute, and will
support a variety of active studies ongoing across the BC Children’s campus. The candidate
will report to the Senior Research Manager or delegate and work in close collaboration with
other study staff and Investigators at BC Children’s Hospital.

Work Performed
Perform clinical or research assessments for research patients, using advanced skill,
knowledge and clinical reasoning.
Develop and facilitate therapy treatment programs for participants as per the study protocol.
Includes supporting patient and family education as required.
Develop and implement protocols and workplans as necessary to ensure completion of
research projects.
Oversee data collection, including relevant clinical data, assessments, treatment plans,
progress reports and outcomes as per study protocol requirements.
Maintain communication with patients and families, and study team members as required.
Participate in multi-disciplinary groups and/or teams including individuals such as
physicians, nursing staff, research staff and other professionals. Advise on regulatory and
professional practice requirements providing consultation, clinical advice, input and
suggestions related to the conduct of clinical assessments conducted as part of a clinical
study.
Participate in orientation and training for other team members, including other therapists or
research staff.
Work is primarily expected to be conducted in-person on site at BC Children’s Hospital.

Consequence of Error/Judgement
Every patient and family is unique and will require tailored clinical-decision making to
optimize assessment or treatment. The candidate must be able to guide and coach the patient
and family appropriately, effectively, and as per study protocol. Inappropriate judgment
could result in harm to the patients.
Inattention to paperwork detail (errors on forms) and study protocol could jeopardize the
results to clinical studies.

Supervision Received
The candidate will be expected to work with a high degree of independence, supporting a
wide-range of different clinical studies onsite. The candidate reports to the Senior Research
Manager and is expected to be familiar with and oblige by professional practice policies and
standards in place at BC Children’s Hospital. Since the candidate will need to work with
vulnerable individuals with varying medical histories, the candidate must be fully competent
and independent in their abilities to work with pediatric patients.

Supervision Given
May manage junior researchers, research staff, students and/or other therapists

Minimum Qualifications

Undergraduate degree in occupational therapy. Registration with College of Occupational Therapists of British Columbia. Minimum of five years of related experience, or the equivalent combination of education and experience.

Preferred Qualifications

A University degree in Physical Therapy or Occupational Therapy.
Minimum one year prior clinical experience in a pediatric setting.

Experience with research activities is an asset.
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively.
Demonstrated ability to work independently and in collaboration with others.

Demonstrated commitment to enhancing one’s own awareness, knowledge, and skills related
to equity, diversity, and inclusion.
Physical ability to perform the duties of the job