Position Summary
Join SaferCare: Transform Care. Improve Lives. Shape the Future.

SaferCare is Northern Health's multi-year clinical quality improvement and digital transformation initiative-and a key strategic priority. This work is transforming how hospital-based care is delivered across the North by putting patients first and empowering care teams with modern digital tools and real-time information.
If you're driven by purpose, inspired by innovation, and ready to help build safer, smarter healthcare, we invite you to be part of this system-wide transformation.

Join Northern Health. Join SaferCare. Build the future of care.

Role Description
Under the direction of the Manager or designate and aligned with Northern Health's mission, vision, values, and strategic priorities, the Occupational Therapist, Clinical Transformation supports designated units through in-person education for Safer Care and Clinical Documentation Activation. As part of the Clinical Transformation Team (CTT), the role provides clinical support before, during, and after Safer Care activation in acute facilities.

The Occupational Therapist leads and participates in learning sessions, workflow reviews, and skill building activities, and attends Safer Care Readiness meetings to share updates and resources with clinical teams. This position helps acute care teams prepare for go live by supporting clinicians, tracking and escalating issues, assisting with workload, and troubleshooting alongside the Safer Care team. The role collaborates with clinical teams and leaders to offer guidance on new features and changes to 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

Qualfications
• 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.

Where you will be working:
Facility:
Additional details about this facility's programs and care environment can be found through Ksyen Regional Hospital

Community:
Information about living, working, and thriving in the area is available through Terrace

More about Northern Health
Northern Health covers nearly 600,000 square kilometers, delivering health services to more than two dozen communities and 55 First Nations communities across the region. We provide both hospital and community-based care to a population of approximately 300,000 people. With a team of over 12,000 staff and physicians, we are committed to offering high quality, person centered care in collaboration with communities and partner organizations throughout Northern BC.

What Northern Health Has to Offer You!
Joining Northern Health means becoming part of a supportive team that values your growth and well-being. Here's what we provide:
• Comprehensive benefits including extended health, dental, and a municipal pension plan for part-time and full-time employees. Casual employees have option of paying for benefits.
• Four weeks of vacation after one year of continuous service.
• Financial support for moving expenses for eligible positions.
• Employee referral program with attractive incentives.
• Employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities.
• Access to spectacular outdoor activities and enjoy the shortest commutes in BC.
• Loan Forgiveness Programs offered through Federal and Provincial Government for eligible professions.

Important Application Information
Please ensure you upload the following documents as part of your application:
• Registration number (if you belong to a regulated profession).
• Supporting documents for education and qualifications, such as:
• Program certificates or diplomas.
• High school, college, or university transcripts.
• Cover letter and resume (recommended).

International Applicants
Before applying, please review the steps outlined on our Northern Health Careers page: Information for international applicants