Occupational Therapist

• Provide physiotherapy services to enable clients to achieve and maintain optimal health outcomes, promote independence and improve comfort.
• Perform regular assessments on resident’s physical status, mobility and goals including but RAI-MDS, care plans, transfer and mobility assessments.
• Participate in regular in-service training and continuing education that align with Vancouver Coastal Health and The Care Group
• Contribute to the delivery of physiotherapy service at the facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, meetings, conducting research, conducting in-services as well as other related education such as sling selection.
• Support with assessment, plans and evaluation of walking program for residents.
• Collaborate with the Recreation team to support activities that promote mobility and general activation (i.e exercise programs)

• Full registration and membership with of the College of Occupational Therapists of British Columbia
• Two (2) to five (5) years of clinical experience
• Passionate about dementia and elder care
• Believe in continuing education to further your practice.
• Work well in a team and believe in an interdisciplinary approach to person centered care.

• Must possess the personal qualities and attitudes that respect and maintain the spirit, dignity, and individuality of the residents.
• Must have a commitment to excellence in Care of the older person in a Long-Term Care environment.
• Must be committed and understand working with residents with dementia.
• Must have excellent communication skills and interpersonal skills and is able to establish and maintain relationships with Ownership/management team, staff, residents, resident’s families, and external agencies.
• Demonstrates good time management.
• Physically and mentally able to perform duties for above position.
• Show a professional, caring, and considerate attitude to residents, visitors, and staff.

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