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Occupational Therapist – Dysphagia

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About the Position

$54-$79 per hour (dependent on status and experience)
(other)

We are seeking a collaborative, committed Occupational Therapist to join our team for a minimum 25 hours/week and ideally fulltime. Preference will be given to candidates with experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities and/or expertise in dysphagia management. We are looking for an individual based in Greater Vancouver who is willing to travel to outreach areas around the province periodically.

In this role, you will provide assessment and consultation to address physical and rehabilitation needs, with a particular focus on supporting safe eating, drinking, and swallowing for adults with developmental disabilities living in the community. You will work closely within a supportive interprofessional team to deliver coordinated, client-centered care.

Start Date

Immediately (Greater Vancouver, BC)

About Us

Established in 1990, Access Community Therapists is a locally owned and therapist-led private healthcare organization providing community-based Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, and Nursing services across British Columbia through a variety of healthcare contracts.

Access provides ongoing professional development, mentorship, and a positive workplace culture to ensure our team and our clients are well supported. Many clinicians have been with us for decades, providing consistent, person-centered, interdisciplinary care across community settings.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide primary community rehabilitation services to adults with developmental disabilities including conducting functional assessments, developing individualized rehabilitation plans, equipment recommendation and funding, and education for caregivers to maximize health, safety, and participation.
  • Provide specialized dysphagia assessment and support for adults with special needs related to neurological, developmental, and complex chronic health conditions in the Greater Vancouver area and across BC, through in-person, outreach, and virtual telehealth services.
  • Work together with the client, family, and their care team to complete dysphagia assessments, provide recommendations, and coordinate equipment provision to support the individuals’ safe eating and drinking.
  • Work collaboratively with other health professionals involved in each client’s care to ensure coordinated, person-centred service delivery.
  • Participate in and contribute to formal and informal education related to safe eating, swallowing and mealtime practices.
  • Prepare clear, thorough, and timely documentation and reports.

Required Qualifications

  • Degree in Occupational Therapy from a recognized institution
  • Registration with the College of Health & Care Professionals of BC (CHCPBC)
  • Based in lower mainland with regional travel as required
  • BC Driver’s License
  • Professional Liability Insurance

Beneficial Experience and Interests

  • Strong interest/experience in dysphagia assessment and management experience is an asset, but training and mentoring available
  • Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities
  • Community or residential care experience
  • Exposure to instrumental swallow studies

Personal Attributes We’re Looking For

  • Collaborative and team-oriented – working effectively within an interdisciplinary team and with clients, families, and support staff.
  • Excellent observational skills and keen attention to detail
  • Strong communication skills with clients, families, and care teams
  • Client-centred and compassionate – promoting dignity, autonomy, and meaningful participation for adults with developmental disabilities.
  • Adaptable and flexible – comfortable working across community, outreach, and virtual care settings.
  • Strong clinical reasoning – using evidence-informed practice to assess and manage a range of client files
  • Committed to ongoing learning and knowledge- translation

Why Join Us

  • Receive extensive and supportive mentorship into community rehabilitation and dysphagia practice
  • Work with a passionate, experienced and fun team
  • Opportunity to advance and expand specialized rehabilitation and dysphagia services
  • Flexible employment structure (employee or subcontractor arrangement available)
  • For employees: extended health benefits, generous sick time allowance, Group RSP matching plan, and ergonomic workstation allowance
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