Reporting to the Professional Practice Leader (PPL) Occupational Therapy, and working collaboratively with the Research, Education and Practice Coordinator, the position

• Support the interdisciplinary team in achieving program, patient, and resident goals.
• Oversee day-to-day operations of Occupational Therapy at designated site(s).
• Coordinate work assignments, monitor patient flow and acuity, and adjust as needed.
• Act as a clinical resource for staff, students, and the interdisciplinary team.
• Identify learning needs, develop educational materials, and provide training.
• Coach, mentor, and support staff while facilitating problem-solving.
• Perform patient/resident assessments and treatments as needed.
• Communicate site issues or concerns to the Professional Practice Leader (PPL) and Research, Education, and Practice Coordinator.
• Promote research and quality improvement initiatives.

Education

• Master's Degree in Occupational Therapy
• Four (4) years broad experience in a health care setting, including previous supervisory and administrative experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Current full registration as an Occupational Therapist with the College of Health and Care Professionals of BC (CHCPBC). Eligible for membership with the Canadian Association of Occupational Therapists.

Skills and Abilities

• Demonstrated ability to apply decision-making and analytical skills. Demonstrated ability to lead and supervise others.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing. Demonstrated ability to identify learning needs, teach, coach and provide clinical information and guidance.
• Demonstrated ability to apply knowledge of adult education principles. Demonstrated ability to prioritize and organize work.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and in collaboration with others. Demonstrated ability to provide effective consultation.
• Demonstrated ability to function as a team member.
• Ability to operate related equipment.
• Demonstrated ability to critically appraise research evidence.
• Demonstrated ability to deal with and/or guide others in conflict resolution issues.
• Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.

• Competitive salary: $45.96 - $57.18 CAD per hour, depending on experience 
• Comprehensive benefits: Eligible employees receive a robust medical and dental benefits package, including unlimited physiotherapy and massage, as well as paid vacation.
• Work-Life Balance: Recognizing the importance of work-life balance, Providence is proud to offer a range of opportunities including full-time, part-time, and casual, with limited weekends, and most shifts starting at 8AM and finishing by 4PM.
• Unionized Stability: Enjoy the consistency and security offered by a unionized role.   
• Pension plan: Work towards a comfortable retirement through employer-matched contributions to one of Canada's strongest pension plans! 
• Meaningful impact: Your dedication and expertise will directly impact the lives of patients, including many from marginalized communities.  
• Growth opportunities: We welcome individuals at all stages of their career, offering opportunities for professional development and growth.
• State-of-the-art facilities:  The new St. Paul’s Hospital and health campus will be the most innovative approach to the delivery of integrated care in B.C. and Canada, designed to appropriately address the future health needs of patients, families and our communities. From hospital care to primary and community health solutions, the new St. Paul’s Hospital and health campus will continue to lead innovations in care, research, and teaching. The new St. Paul’s Hospital is expected to open in 2027.
• Inclusive culture: We respect the diversity, dignity and interdependence of all persons. We value the cultural richness that our diverse workforce brings to the care of our equally diverse population of patients and residents. 

Your Day to Day: 

• Oversees the day-to-day activities of occupational therapy staff at the designated site(s) by performing duties such as coordinating work assignments. Identifies training and education needs of staff and provides orientation to new employees.
• Monitors patient/resident acuity and flow on the designated site(s), and ensures staffing levels meet the unit needs. Assists staff in prioritizing workload. Adjusts assignments as changes in acuity and staffing require and provides clinical support to staff as needed.
• Acts as a clinical resource to staff, students, and other members of the interdisciplinary team, by demonstrating procedures, answering questions related to clinical practice issues, and troubleshooting concerns. Advises and works with PPL, Research, Education and Practice Coordinator and/or Program staff to resolve issues/concerns.
• Oversees the day-to-day supervision of designated staff by providing advice/guidance, facilitating resolution to workplace issues and participating in performance evaluations. Acts as a positive role model for staff and refers issues to PPL as required. Gathers information on staffing changes or requests for coverage, and in conjunction with PPL or designate, allocates staff based upon skill set and unit or site needs, in accordance with applicable collective agreements.
• Performs direct patient/resident assessment and treatment using recognized Occupational Therapy techniques and practices. Contributes to an inter-disciplinary approach to patient/resident care and program related issues by attending ward rounds and team conferences to exchange information in patient/resident issues related to patient/resident care and discharge planning. Collaborates with interdisciplinary care team members regarding Quality Improvement (QI) initiatives, by developing QI projects, implementing processes and procedures upon authorization, and evaluating results. Ensures staff are aware of changes and updates once established.
• Provides input into the development, evaluation, and delivery of orientation, in conjunction with the Research, Education and Practice Coordinator and other members of the health care team. Makes recommendations regarding changes or new initiatives and provides site orientation to employees as required. Identifies learning needs of site staff and communicates to PPL and Research, Education and Practice Coordinator. Coordinates and develops education strategies and programs for the site(s). Promotes educational opportunities to staff and encourages continuing education. Presents in-service educational sessions for staff as required.
• Develops and reviews policies, procedures, practice standards, and reference materials for the applicable site in collaboration with the PPL and Research, Education and Practice Coordinator. Provides input to the PPL regarding Performance Planning and Coaching. Acts as clinical resource to staff in the Performance Planning and Coaching process. Assists with Human Resource Planning by identifying vacancies to PPL and participating in the recruitment and selection of staff as needed.
• Assists the staff and other members of the interdisciplinary team in the identification of researchable clinical patient/resident care management problems and advises Research, Education and Practice Coordinator and PPL.
• Participates in research initiatives and projects related to patient/resident care and/or discipline practices as requested, disseminates findings, and assists in applying and implementing research findings into practice. Completes required health record reports and reports workload statistics.
• Provides input and recommendations to the PPL regarding equipment, supplies, workspace, and staffing requirements and advises of concerns and problems and provides suggestions to resolve problems.
• Takes leadership role in conjunction with PPL at professional practice council meetings and advises PPL of concerns or issues at the site(s).
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

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We acknowledge that Providence Health Care and the new St. Paul’s Hospital site is located on the traditional, ancestral, and unceded territory of the Coast Salish Peoples, including the territories of the xʷməθkwəy̓əm (Musqueam), Skwxwú7mesh (Squamish), and Səl̓ílwətaʔ/Selilwitulh (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations.