Occupational Therapist- Acute Care

Providence; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 97,000 - 151,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free parking

TriMet annual pass

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Lyra caregiver assistance

Job summary

Providence Milwaukie Hospital is seeking an Occupational Therapist to deliver skilled therapy in the acute care setting. You will evaluate patients, design individualized treatment plans, and promote independence across diagnoses.

Join a multidisciplinary team focused on patient-centered care and collaborative problem-solving. The role emphasizes professional development, compassion, and excellence within the Providence health system.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or higher in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program.
• Oregon OT license upon hire.
• Current BLS certification from American Heart Association.
• Eligible for state licensure and ongoing professional development.

Responsibilities

• Provide skilled OT services to acute care patients with diverse diagnoses.
• Perform evaluations and develop treatment plans to maximize independence.
• Collaborate with the healthcare team to optimize patient outcomes.
• Document progress and communicate with caregivers and team members.

Skills

Occupational therapy

Patient evaluation

Treatment planning

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Therapy

Master's Degree in Occupational Therapy

Doctorate (Ph.D.) in Occupational Therapy

Job description

Description

Occupational Therapist - Acute Care at Providence Milwaukie Hospital- Full-time (32 hours per week), Day Schedule

Providence offers a fantastic benefits package which include but is not limited to:

Free, convenient, and ample parking

TriMet annual pass (Hop Fastpass) for benefit eligible staff who work within the Portland Service Area (does NOT include Wilsonville, Newberg, Seaside, Hood River, Washington State, or Medford)

Medical Plan Assistance Program- provides free or reduced-cost coverage to caregivers and their eligible dependents who qualify based on household size and income

Tuition reimbursement/education– includes 100% tuition paid program options; up to $5,250 per year for select undergraduate and masters degrees within Guild catalog. Required books and fees are 100% covered or reimbursable for select schools in the Guild catalog up to program funding cap

Paid Time Off – Benefit eligible caregivers receive up to 25 days per year

Retirement - The Providence retirement program consists of employer match and discretionary contributions that work together with your pre-tax (and/or Roth after-tax) contributions to help you save for retirement.

Lyra Caregiver Assistance program- Up to 25 counseling or coaching sessions per eligible member per year

Manages and provides skilled occupational therapy to patients/clients with a wide variety of diagnoses and disabilities, taking into account individual patient’s special physical or age-focused needs. Requires skills in patient/client evaluation and treatment, as well as professional consultations to achieve maximum patient/client independence in accordance with individual's functional level and potential.

Providence caregivers are not simply valued – they’re invaluable. Join our team at Providence Milwaukie Hospital and thrive in our culture of patient-focused, whole-person care built on understanding, commitment, and mutual respect. Your voice matters here, because we Providence know that to inspire and retain the best people, we must empower them.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in from an accredited Occupational Therapy Program. Or
• Master's Degree in From an accredited Occupational Therapy Program.
• Ph.D. From an accredited Occupational Therapy Program. Or
• Coursework/Training: Occasional specialized Occupational Therapy training to meet a particular department need. Or equivalent educ/experience
• Upon hire: Oregon Occupational Therapist License.
• Upon hire: National Provider BLS - American Heart Association

Why Join Providence?

Our best-in-class benefits are uniquely designed to support you and your family in staying well, growing professionally, and achieving financial security. We take care of you, so you can focus on delivering our Mission of caring for everyone, especially the most vulnerable in our communities.

About Providence

At Providence, our strength lies in Our Promise of "Know me, care for me, ease my way." Working at our family of organizations means that regardless of your role, we’ll walk alongside you in your career, supporting you so you can support others. We provide best-in-class benefits and we foster an inclusive workplace where diversity is valued, and everyone is essential, heard and respected. Together, our 120,000 caregivers (all employees) serve in over 50 hospitals, over 1,000 clinics and a full range of health and social services across Alaska, California, Montana, New Mexico, Oregon, Texas and Washington. As a comprehensive health care organization, we are serving more people, advancing best practices and continuing our more than 100-year tradition of serving the poor and vulnerable.

Posted are the minimum and the maximum wage rates on the wage range for this position. The successful candidate's placement on the wage range for this position will be determined based upon relevant job experience and other applicable factors. These amounts are the base pay range; additional compensation may be available for this role, such as shift differentials, standby/on-call, overtime, premiums, extra shift incentives, or bonus opportunities.

Providence offers a comprehensive benefits package including a retirement 401(k) Savings Plan with employer matching, health care benefits (medical, dental, vision), life insurance, disability insurance, time off benefits (paid parental leave, vacations, holidays, health issues), voluntary benefits, well-being resources and much more. Learn more at providence.jobs/benefits.

Applicants in the Unincorporated County of Los Angeles: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Unincorporated Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

About The Team

Providence has been serving the Pacific Northwest since 1856 when Mother Joseph of the Sacred Heart and four other Sisters of Providence arrived in Vancouver, Washington Territory. As the largest healthcare system and largest private employer in Oregon, Providence is located in areas ranging from the Columbia Gorge to the wine country to sunny southern Oregon to charming coastal communities to the urban setting of Portland.

Our award-winning and comprehensive medical centers are known for outstanding programs in cancer, cardiology, neurosciences, orthopedics, women's services, emergency and trauma care, pediatrics and neonatal intensive care. Our not-for-profit network also provides a full spectrum of care with leading-edge diagnostics and treatment, outpatient health centers, physician groups and clinics, numerous outreach programs, and hospice and home care.

Providence is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to the principle that every workforce member has the right to work in surroundings that are free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, gender, disability, veteran, military status, religion, age, creed, national origin, sexual identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by local, state, or federal law. We believe diversity makes us stronger, so we are dedicated to shaping an inclusive workforce, learning from each other, and creating equal opportunities for advancement.

Pay Range: $46.81 - $72.66

The amounts listed are the base pay range; additional compensation may be available for this role, such as shift differentials, standby/on-call, overtime, premiums, extra shift incentives, or bonus opportunities.