OCCTII-Specialized Occupational Therapist

Lifemark Health Group•Burnaby, BC

51d•Onsite

About The Position

Are you a passionate Occupational Therapist dedicated to enhancing the health and well-being of Canadians? At Lifemark, your work makes a real difference—expanding access to care and creating lasting impact in the communities you serve. About Highgate Physiotherapy, located in Burnaby, BC. Our Lifemark Highgate clinic is located in the beautiful mountains of Burnaby, with ample parking underground. We have a spacious, bright rehabilitation gym and private treatment rooms for physiotherapy, massage therapy, occupational therapy, dizziness and balance and other treatments. As an Occupational Therapist in our Customized Recovery and Return to Work Program, you will play a key role in assessing and treating clients who have sustained workplace injuries and require a tailored return-to-work program. You will work closely with a multidisciplinary team to deliver comprehensive, individualized care that supports recovery and a successful return to work and daily functioning. In addition to working with the RTW program, you will have the opportunity to participate in other work streams such as FCEs, Community OT services and Veterans Rehabilitation services. You'll love Burnaby, British Columbia! Work where adventure meets career growth! Enjoy West Coast Beauty at its best! Whether hiking, biking, paddle boarding, kayaking, or golfing year-round, it offers a refreshing cultural charm. It is the perfect balance of work and play!

Requirements

Registered and in good standing with the College of Health and Care Professionals of British Columbia.
Knowledge of current Occupational Therapy standards, modalities and scope of practice; or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
With 1-3 years of work experience in a private rehabilitation work environment as an OT
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Newly licensed graduates are welcome to apply. We will provide the mentorship and coaching to help you succeed in your career.
Preferably with access to own vehicle for community-based work.

Nice To Haves

Clinical experience is an asset in areas such as brain injury/neurological rehabilitation, mental health, musculoskeletal/orthopedic injury, home safety, ergonomics and/or return to work.
Passion for your profession and commitment to ongoing professional development
Superior interpersonal relations, communication, problem-solving, time management, computer and documentation skills
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively as a member of a multidisciplinary team
Proficiency in computer skills.

Responsibilities

Provide comprehensive, evidence-based Occupational Therapy services to clients
Apply clinical expertise and professional competence in the assessment, intervention, consultation, case management, discharge planning, education, and follow-up of clients
Perform clinical evaluations, including admission assessments, ADL assessments
Identification of appropriate equipment needs with the initiation of recommendations
Record assessment and treatment interventions in the client's chart
Excel in a collaborative, interdisciplinary team environment
Exhibit sound professional judgment

Benefits

High earning potential with support to build a caseload based on your clinical interests.
$1500 annual learning and development allowance (based on employment status).
Team culture that values collaboration, learning, and shared success.
Centralized support so you can focus on care, not administration.
Robust onboarding and supervised a new grad program.
Ongoing mentorship to support clinical skills development.
Support for specialized services, including pelvic health and vestibular rehabilitation – areas known for high career satisfaction due to their profound patient impact.
Opportunities for management roles, including Clinic Director and Regional Manager positions.
Job mobility, with relocation options across a national network.
Flexible health benefits – medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family.
Paid wellness and vacation days.
Employee Share Ownership Program (Shoppers Drug Mart) – a 25% company match of up to 5% of your base salary.
30% employee discount at Shoppers Drug Mart.
Corporate discount at GoodLife Fitness, Workperks, and employee assistance program.
Unlimited referral rewards – up to $5000 per successful hire.