Occupational Therapist Coordinator

Job Description

In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority (Island Health), patient and staff safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.

Reporting to the Manager, the Occupational Therapist Coordinator is responsible for the day-to-day operation, supervision and direction of designated staff in the Occupational Therapy department. This includes participating in establishing and meeting annual objectives; clinical leadership for Occupational Therapy, participating in program and service delivery planning, implementation and evaluation of assigned areas; and budgetary input and implementation. This position collaborates with the Manager, the Physiotherapist Coordinator, and the leaders in Speech Language Pathology.

Travel may be a requirement of this position. Transportation arrangements must meet the operational requirements of Island Health in accordance with the service assignment and may require the use of a personal vehicle.

Qualifications

Education, Training And Experience

Current licensure in a practicing category with the College of Health and Care Professionals of BC as an Occupational Therapist. Graduate of a recognized Occupational Therapy program. Knowledge of current Occupational Therapy modalities and scope of practice. Knowledge of the processes related to continuous quality improvement; knowledge of business management practices related to operations of hospital services; and five (5) years' recent related experience, including two (2) years in a supervisory / management capacity; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

Valid BC Driver's License.

Skills And Abilities

• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to provide professional and administrative leadership.
• Demonstrated clinical competence congruent with service area.
• Ability to plan, organize, prioritize, delegate, coordinate and evaluate services and staff.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, staff, other health care providers, community agencies and the public.
• Demonstrated problem-solving and conflict resolution skills.
• Ability to work as a member of the interdisciplinary health care team.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to promote and foster good public relations.
• Ability to operate related equipment, including computerized systems.

Link To Full Job Description

https : / / jd.viha.ca / JD5967.pdf

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