OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST, CLINICAL TRANSFORMATION
Top Benefits
About the role
Position Summary
Are you someone who has a real passion for helping others? Are you a registered Occupational Therapist looking to highlight your knowledge, skills, and abilities in a new and dynamic environment? We currently have an opportunity for you to bring your excellent work ethic to our Clinical Operations department.
In accordance with established mission, vision, values, and strategic priorities of Northern Health, and under the general supervision of the Manager or designate, the Occupational Therapist, Clinical Transformation supports designated units by delivering in-person education for the implementation of Safer Care and Clinical Documentation Activation. This role functions as part of the Clinical Transformation Team (CTT). The Occupational Therapist, Clinical Transformation offers clinical support before, during, and after Safer Care activation in acute facilities. The Occupational Therapist organizes and actively engages in learning sessions for workflow reviews, skill enhancement, and associated practice changes through formal and informal sessions. The Occupational Therapist attends Safer Care Readiness meetings and shares resources and updates with clinical teams. This position assists acute care teams in preparing for the upcoming go-live of Safer Care by providing clinician support, tracking common issues, escalating problems, offering workload support, and supporting issue resolution and system troubleshooting for frontline clinicians and clinical leaders alongside the Safer Care team. This position involves collaborative efforts with clinical teams and leadership, serving as a knowledgeable guide to provide insights on new features or modifications to existing program workflows.
Travel to various Acute Care Sites based on operational need may be a requirement of this position. If applicable, transportation arrangements must meet the operational requirements of Northern Health in accordance with the service assignment, and the incumbent must be able to operate a motor vehicle.
Shift Rotation/Hours of work: Monday to Friday, Days, 08:00 to 16:00
Ksyen Regional Hospital
The new Ksyen Regional Hospital welcomed its first patients on November 24, 2024. More than double the size of the previous hospital, the facility features 82 beds, private rooms, and is a centre for trauma services, orthopedic surgeries, pathology, radiology, clinical support, and pharmacy services. The hospital is also a training site for medical students in the Northern Medical Program.
Terrace The thriving community of Terrace is northern living at its best. Snow-capped mountains, pristine glacier-fed rivers, lakes and streams all add to the beauty of this community. The main industries in Terrace are communications, transportation and natural resources. The population is approximately 12,700. There are nine elementary schools, four secondary schools, and Northwest Community College and a UNBC campus. Check out Terrace where there is always something new to experience.
What Northern Health has to offer you!
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Comprehensive benefit packages including, extended health/dental and a municipal pension plan for part-time and full-time employees. Casuals have the option of paying for benefits.
-
Four weeks vacation with one year of continuous service
-
Financial Support for Moving Expenses is available for eligible positions
-
Employee referral program
-
Employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities
-
Spectacular outdoor activities and the shortest commutes in BC
-
“Loan Forgiveness Programs” are offered through the Federal and BC Government for eligible professions.
IMPORTANT NOTE:
As part of your application process, you will need to upload the following documentation:
- Registration number (if you are part of a regulated profession)
- Any supporting documents regarding education/qualifications for this position.
Examples may include:
-
Program certificates or diplomas
-
High school/college/university transcripts etc.
-
It is also recommended to provide a cover letter and resume
Are you an International Applicant? Before applying for a job with Northern Health, please follow these steps on our Northern Health careers page
Qualifications
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Graduation from a recognized university program in Occupational Therapy.
-
Current registration with the College of Health and Care Professionals of British Columbia and eligibility for membership in the Canadian Association of Occupational Therapists or British Columbia Society of Occupational Therapists.
-
Minimum of one (1) year post-graduate experience in occupational therapy.
-
Experience working with computer applications in the delivery of patient care.
-
Valid BC Driver’s license.
Skills and Abilities:
-
Ability to deal effectively with members of the health care team.
-
Effective interpersonal, organizational, and teaching skills.
-
Ability to work independently and manage a varied workload.
-
Knowledge of the resources and support services required for the development of clinical order sets.
-
Ability to demonstrate techniques.
-
Experience participating in quality improvement initiatives.
-
Ability to organize, plan, and prioritize.
-
Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.
-
Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
Who we are
Northern Health covers an area of nearly 600,000 square kilometers and offers health services in over two dozen communities and 55 First Nation’s communities. We deliver hospital and community-based health care for a population of 300,000.
Employing more than 7,000 staff throughout the region, Northern Health provides exceptional health services for Northerners, through the efforts of dedicated staff and physicians, in partnership with communities and organizations in Northern BC.
There is a wide variety of career opportunities available in our two dozen hospitals, 25 long-term care facilities, public health units and many other offices providing specialized services.
Comments
Competition #:
05713706
Employee Type:
PERMANENT FULL TIME
Bargaining Unit:
HSA
Facility:
KSYEN REG HOSP TERRACE
Location:
Terrace, BC
Department:
MMH SAFERCARE IMPLMT
Reports To:
MANAGER OR DESIGNATE
Hourly Wage:
$42.56 - $52.95
Close Date:
OCTOBER 28, 2025
- All postings with a closing date specified close at 11:59 pm PT
About Northern Health
Northern Health is the key provider of public health care in Melbourne's northern region.
Established in July 2000, Northern Health provides quality health care services to the expanding communities in Melbourne's northern suburbs. In one of Melbourne's busiest growth corridors, Northern Health offers the community health care services where they are needed - close to where people live.
Northern Health is made up of four campuses: Northern Hospital Epping, Broadmeadows Hospital, Bundoora Centre and Craigieburn Centre.
Our campuses work together to provide a unique mix of services including medical, surgical, emergency, intensive and coronary care, paediatrics, women's and maternal health, mental health, aged care, palliative care, and rehabilitation programs.
These services are provided through inpatient, ambulatory and community-based programs.
Northern Health's programs and services are split into two different streams - acute and sub-acute. This structure is designed to assist services to be integrated across our campuses and ensure that patients have access to the best healthcare within the most efficient time frame.
OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST, CLINICAL TRANSFORMATION
Top Benefits
About the role
Position Summary
Are you someone who has a real passion for helping others? Are you a registered Occupational Therapist looking to highlight your knowledge, skills, and abilities in a new and dynamic environment? We currently have an opportunity for you to bring your excellent work ethic to our Clinical Operations department.
In accordance with established mission, vision, values, and strategic priorities of Northern Health, and under the general supervision of the Manager or designate, the Occupational Therapist, Clinical Transformation supports designated units by delivering in-person education for the implementation of Safer Care and Clinical Documentation Activation. This role functions as part of the Clinical Transformation Team (CTT). The Occupational Therapist, Clinical Transformation offers clinical support before, during, and after Safer Care activation in acute facilities. The Occupational Therapist organizes and actively engages in learning sessions for workflow reviews, skill enhancement, and associated practice changes through formal and informal sessions. The Occupational Therapist attends Safer Care Readiness meetings and shares resources and updates with clinical teams. This position assists acute care teams in preparing for the upcoming go-live of Safer Care by providing clinician support, tracking common issues, escalating problems, offering workload support, and supporting issue resolution and system troubleshooting for frontline clinicians and clinical leaders alongside the Safer Care team. This position involves collaborative efforts with clinical teams and leadership, serving as a knowledgeable guide to provide insights on new features or modifications to existing program workflows.
Travel to various Acute Care Sites based on operational need may be a requirement of this position. If applicable, transportation arrangements must meet the operational requirements of Northern Health in accordance with the service assignment, and the incumbent must be able to operate a motor vehicle.
Shift Rotation/Hours of work: Monday to Friday, Days, 08:00 to 16:00
Ksyen Regional Hospital
The new Ksyen Regional Hospital welcomed its first patients on November 24, 2024. More than double the size of the previous hospital, the facility features 82 beds, private rooms, and is a centre for trauma services, orthopedic surgeries, pathology, radiology, clinical support, and pharmacy services. The hospital is also a training site for medical students in the Northern Medical Program.
Terrace The thriving community of Terrace is northern living at its best. Snow-capped mountains, pristine glacier-fed rivers, lakes and streams all add to the beauty of this community. The main industries in Terrace are communications, transportation and natural resources. The population is approximately 12,700. There are nine elementary schools, four secondary schools, and Northwest Community College and a UNBC campus. Check out Terrace where there is always something new to experience.
What Northern Health has to offer you!
-
Comprehensive benefit packages including, extended health/dental and a municipal pension plan for part-time and full-time employees. Casuals have the option of paying for benefits.
-
Four weeks vacation with one year of continuous service
-
Financial Support for Moving Expenses is available for eligible positions
-
Employee referral program
-
Employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities
-
Spectacular outdoor activities and the shortest commutes in BC
-
“Loan Forgiveness Programs” are offered through the Federal and BC Government for eligible professions.
IMPORTANT NOTE:
As part of your application process, you will need to upload the following documentation:
- Registration number (if you are part of a regulated profession)
- Any supporting documents regarding education/qualifications for this position.
Examples may include:
-
Program certificates or diplomas
-
High school/college/university transcripts etc.
-
It is also recommended to provide a cover letter and resume
Are you an International Applicant? Before applying for a job with Northern Health, please follow these steps on our Northern Health careers page
Qualifications
-
Graduation from a recognized university program in Occupational Therapy.
-
Current registration with the College of Health and Care Professionals of British Columbia and eligibility for membership in the Canadian Association of Occupational Therapists or British Columbia Society of Occupational Therapists.
-
Minimum of one (1) year post-graduate experience in occupational therapy.
-
Experience working with computer applications in the delivery of patient care.
-
Valid BC Driver’s license.
Skills and Abilities:
-
Ability to deal effectively with members of the health care team.
-
Effective interpersonal, organizational, and teaching skills.
-
Ability to work independently and manage a varied workload.
-
Knowledge of the resources and support services required for the development of clinical order sets.
-
Ability to demonstrate techniques.
-
Experience participating in quality improvement initiatives.
-
Ability to organize, plan, and prioritize.
-
Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.
-
Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
Who we are
Northern Health covers an area of nearly 600,000 square kilometers and offers health services in over two dozen communities and 55 First Nation’s communities. We deliver hospital and community-based health care for a population of 300,000.
Employing more than 7,000 staff throughout the region, Northern Health provides exceptional health services for Northerners, through the efforts of dedicated staff and physicians, in partnership with communities and organizations in Northern BC.
There is a wide variety of career opportunities available in our two dozen hospitals, 25 long-term care facilities, public health units and many other offices providing specialized services.
Comments
Competition #:
05713706
Employee Type:
PERMANENT FULL TIME
Bargaining Unit:
HSA
Facility:
KSYEN REG HOSP TERRACE
Location:
Terrace, BC
Department:
MMH SAFERCARE IMPLMT
Reports To:
MANAGER OR DESIGNATE
Hourly Wage:
$42.56 - $52.95
Close Date:
OCTOBER 28, 2025
- All postings with a closing date specified close at 11:59 pm PT
About Northern Health
Northern Health is the key provider of public health care in Melbourne's northern region.
Established in July 2000, Northern Health provides quality health care services to the expanding communities in Melbourne's northern suburbs. In one of Melbourne's busiest growth corridors, Northern Health offers the community health care services where they are needed - close to where people live.
Northern Health is made up of four campuses: Northern Hospital Epping, Broadmeadows Hospital, Bundoora Centre and Craigieburn Centre.
Our campuses work together to provide a unique mix of services including medical, surgical, emergency, intensive and coronary care, paediatrics, women's and maternal health, mental health, aged care, palliative care, and rehabilitation programs.
These services are provided through inpatient, ambulatory and community-based programs.
Northern Health's programs and services are split into two different streams - acute and sub-acute. This structure is designed to assist services to be integrated across our campuses and ensure that patients have access to the best healthcare within the most efficient time frame.