Occupational Therapist
Listed compensation
$52-$60/hr
The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed
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Job Description
- Occupational Therapist
- Cascadia Healthcare is Growing!
- We’re looking for passionate Occupational Therapists to join our teams in Portland, Oregon!
- Full-time, Part-Time, and PRN opportunities with flexible scheduling!
Cascadia Healthcare is a leading provider in the skilled nursing industry, driven by a shared commitment to service and doing good for others. With operations across Idaho, Washington, Oregon, Montana, and Arizona, our mission is to be a Force for Good, for our residents, our employees, and the communities we serve.
Why Join Us?
- Competitive Pay: $52-$60/hour (depending on experience)
- In-house therapy model and be a part of our facility team
- Flexible scheduling with work-life balance in mind
- Comprehensive health coverage, including medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Paid time off, holidays, and sick days
- Life, short-term, and long-term disability insurance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Career growth & development with opportunities to expand your skills and advance professionally.
- Leadership that values clinician input and patient-centered care
Position Summary
An Occupational Therapist (OT) is responsible for the assessment of referred patients that require rehabilitation services which includes providing direct patient care to assess their medical condition, functional capabilities, limitations and restrictions and potential for rehabilitation.
Also, the OT will establish and administer a treatment program with specific goals determined according to the patient's capacity and tolerance under the direction of a physician.
In addition, the OT must set realistic and achievable goals for their patients, document and record the patient's condition and educate patients and families in an appropriate occupational therapy method.
Essential Functions
Optimizes the functionality and skills of patients by providing, directing and/or overseeing therapy in the following: screening of all residents, assessing and treating all patients who might benefit from therapy as referred by state-approved referral source.
- Adheres to Minimum Data Set (MDS) procedures and effective care planning.
- Thoroughly document progress toward identified objectives and communicating patient status and needs to the patient, family, and other involved professionals.
- Refers patients for treatment to Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants (COTA), where appropriate.
- Provides consultation and clinical supervision to COTAs in the facility.
Directs COTA(s) and Rehab Aide(s) in skilled tasks during group and individual treatment in a manner that promotes efficient and effective utilization of resources and facilitate the ongoing development of clinical skills in accordance with State Practice Acts, Omnibus Reconciliation Act (OBRA).
Build a strong rehabilitation practice within each facility by performing or directing and supervising occupational therapy staff in the following activities: establishing and maintaining courteous and helpful interaction patterns with staff, patients, and families which reflect sensitivity to individual needs and a problem-solving approach; actively integrating therapy’s role into facility and interdisciplinary treatment team.
Contribute to facility patient care, utilization review, case management, administrative staff/department head meetings, and family conference activities/communications.
- Ensures punctuality and regular attendance for assigned shifts.
- Provides skilled occupational therapy services / interventions in accordance with physician orders.
- Assesses patient needs, plans for, evaluates and modifies care to meet goals of occupational therapy interventions.
- Other duties as assigned.
Requirements
Education
Must have graduated from an accredited school of occupational therapy.
Licenses/Certification
- Current state license as an Occupational Therapist.
- Current CPR/BLS certification.
Experience
Skilled nursing facility, post-acute, or long-term care experience preferred
Ready to Make a Difference?
Cascadia Healthcare is a network of skilled nursing and rehabilitation facilities focused on delivering compassionate, outcome-driven care across the region.
- Join a team where your work truly changes lives.
- Apply today and help patients regain independence, confidence, and quality of life.
Cascadia Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace for all employees.
Want to learn more? Visit us cascadiahc.com
Key Responsibilities
The Occupational Therapist is responsible for assessing patient medical conditions and functional capabilities to develop and implement personalized rehabilitation treatment programs. They also provide clinical supervision to assistants and collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to optimize patient functionality and independence.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
Key Skills
Occupational Therapist Career Context
The cost-of-living index for Oregon is 103.4 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$116k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $113k in an average-cost state. 62.0% of Oregon clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Of the 50 active Occupational Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 36% have no call, 68% require no weekends.
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$113k in purchasing power | Oregon index 103.4 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Occupational Therapy listings in Oregon | 138 active | 9,298 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 36% no call · 68% no weekends50 benchmarked listings |
| Occupational Therapy pay trend | +1.5% vs prior quarter | —through Sep 2026 |
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