Occupational Therapist

Lifemark Health Group • Vancouver, BC

7d • Hybrid

About The Position

Lifemark Physiotherapy Vancouver Broadway is seeking an Occupational Therapist (OT) with a specialization in Hand Therapy who is passionate about assisting individuals impacted by head injury throughout their recovery process. As an OT in our Post Concussion Management Program/Early Concussion Assessment and Treatment Program, you will play a key role in assessing and treating clients who have sustained concussions and are experiencing persistent symptoms. You will work closely with a multidisciplinary team to deliver comprehensive, individualized care that supports recovery and successful return to work and daily function. In addition to working with the concussion programs, you will have the opportunity to participate in other work streams such as FCEs, Community OT services and Veterans Rehabilitation services. Our Hand Therapists provide both individual and program-based treatments and assessments for individuals recovering from motor vehicle accidents and workplace injuries. They also play a pivotal role in supporting veterans, Canadian Armed Forces members, first responders, and individuals facing physical, cognitive and mental wellness goals.

Requirements

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Knowledge of current Occupational Therapy standards, modalities and scope of practice; or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Registered and in good standing with the College of Health and Care Professionals of British Columbia.
• Experienced as a Hand Therapist, either as an OT or PT, is required.
• Newly Licensed Hand Therapy OT/PT Graduates are accepted.

Nice To Haves

• Clinical experience is a valuable asset in areas such as brain injury/neurological rehabilitation, mental health, musculoskeletal/orthopedic injury, home safety, ergonomics/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

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive, evidence-based Hand Therapy services to clients with a specialization in Hand Therapy.
• Assess & Treat a variety of pre/post op or complex hand/finger injuries.
• 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, specialized seating and positioning assessments
• Identification of appropriate equipment needs with the initiation of recommendations
• Consult with local vendors regarding equipment trials and complete applications/funding letters to the Ministry of Health, insurance agencies and other funding parties
• Provide education on seating and positioning, independence with activities of daily living, wheelchairs and adaptive aides, as well as providing ongoing education to clients and family to improve function, independence and safety
• Provide ongoing evaluation of restraint use, wound prevention, falls, and injury prevention.
• 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.
• 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.
• Unlimited referral rewards – up to $5000 per successful hire.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees