Occupational Therapist Acute Care (Physical Therapy), Part-time, Day Shift

Adventist Health Portland; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 91,000 - 137,000; Full time

Job summary

Adventist Health Portland in Portland, OR is seeking an Occupational Therapist to design and implement treatment programs aimed at restoring physical, social and mental functions, working within an interdisciplinary team.

The role requires a Master’s degree in OT or an OTD, state licensure, and CPR/BLS certification; two years’ OT experience is preferred. You will perform evaluations, develop care plans, document thoroughly, and supervise assistants.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Occupational Therapy or Doctor of Occupational Therapy (OTD); state licensure required.
• Two years of OT experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Completes evaluations to establish individualized treatment plans.
• Provides therapy interventions and discharge planning with appropriate communication.
• Completes comprehensive clinical documentation within deadlines.
• Supervises assigned assistants.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Skills

Occupational Therapy knowledge

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

OT Master's or OTD

Job description

Job Description

Adventist Health Portland has been caring for East Portland since 1893, growing alongside the community we serve. Today, more than 2,300 employees are dedicated to whole-person care, mind, body and spirit, across our 302-bed medical center, emergency department, and network of clinics, urgent care, home care and hospice services. The Adventist Health Northwest Heart Center, located on our medical center campus, provides advanced cardiovascular care, bringing together expert providers, innovative treatments and compassionate support for patients across the region.

Job Summary

Plans and conducts segments of treatment programs designed to restore and improve physical, social and mental functions, while meeting department objectives. Serves as co-leader in interdisciplinary approach to patient groups.

Job Requirements

Education and Work Experience:

• Master's degree in Occupational Therapy or Doctor of Occupational Therapy (OTD): Required; only if obtained license on or after January 2007; or foreign equivalent.
• Two years' occupational therapy experience: Preferred

Licenses/Certifications

• Occupational Therapy licensure in state of practice: Required
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification or Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from approved vendor per AH policy: Required

Facility Specific License/Certifications

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from approved vendor per AH policy: Required

Essential Functions

• Completes evaluations to ensure quality standards and addresses assessment areas that require attention. Uses appropriate clinical techniques and tools and establishes individualized treatment plans for patients.
• Provides therapy interventions using appropriate treatment protocols and techniques. Establishes individualized care and discharge plans and ensures plans are communicated to appropriate parties.
• Completes comprehensive and accurate clinical documentation within established deadlines.
• Supervises assigned assistants.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Organizational Requirements

Adventist Health is committed to the safety and wellbeing of our associates and patients. Therefore, we require that all associates receive all required vaccinations as a condition of employment and annually thereafter, where applicable. Medical and religious exemptions may apply.

Adventist Health participates in E-Verify. Visit https://adventisthealth.org/careers/everify/ for more information about E-Verify. By choosing to apply, you acknowledge that you have accessed and read the E-Verify Participation and Right to Work notices and understand the contents therein.

About Us

Adventist Health is a faith-based, nonprofit, integrated health system serving more than 100 communities on the West Coast and Hawaii with over 440 sites of care, including 27 acute care facilities. Founded on Adventist heritage and values, Adventist Health provides care in hospitals, clinics, home care, and hospice agencies in both rural and urban communities. Our compassionate and talented team of more than 38,000 includes employees, physicians, Medical Staff, and volunteers driven in pursuit of one mission: living God's love by inspiring health, wholeness and hope.

JOB INFO

• Job Identification : 70389
• Job Category : Therapist
• Posting Date : 2026-08-10T17:53:01+00:00
• Job Schedule : Full time
• Job Shift : Day Shift
• Locations : Portland, OR, United States
• Assignment Category : Part-time regular
• Pay Range : The estimated base pay for this position is $43.98 to $65.91. Additional individual compensation may be available for this role through differentials, extra shift incentives, bonuses, etc. Base pay is only a portion of the total rewards package, and a comprehensive benefits program is available for qualifying positions. Please contact our Talent Acquisition team for more information.
• Hiring Department : Physical Therapy
• Shift Length : 8 Hours