Occupational Therapist - Part Time
Listed compensation
$125K–$135K /yr
The week · per this posting
Schedule not stated in this posting — no days, weekends, call or nights given.
Ask the employer about the work setting, call expectations, weekend coverage and time off.
Job Description
- Part-Time Occupational Therapist
- 2-3 days a week
- Help Patients Regain Independence and Improve Their Quality of Life
Are you a compassionate and dedicated Occupational Therapist looking for a rewarding part-time opportunity? Join our team and make a lasting impact by helping patients regain essential life skills, maximize independence, and achieve their highest level of function.
As a Part-Time Occupational Therapist, you will evaluate patients, develop individualized treatment plans, collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, and provide skilled therapeutic interventions that promote recovery, safety, and overall well-being.
You'll play a critical role in empowering patients and their families throughout the rehabilitation process.
Patient Assessment & Treatment
Evaluate referred patients to determine medical condition, functional limitations, rehabilitation potential, and therapy needs.
Develop and implement individualized treatment plans based on physician orders and patient goals.
Establish realistic, measurable, and achievable therapy objectives tailored to each patient's abilities and tolerance levels.
Provide skilled occupational therapy services and interventions to improve daily living skills, independence, and overall function.
Assess patient progress and modify treatment plans as needed to achieve optimal outcomes.
Clinical Leadership & Collaboration
- Screen residents and evaluate patients who may benefit from occupational therapy services.
- Collaborate with physicians, nursing staff, rehabilitation professionals, and interdisciplinary team members to coordinate patient care.
- Refer patients to Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants (COTAs) when appropriate.
- Provide consultation, guidance, and clinical supervision to COTAs and Rehabilitation Aides.
- Support the ongoing development of therapy staff by promoting best practices and clinical excellence.
Documentation & Compliance
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation of patient evaluations, treatment plans, progress, and outcomes.
- Adhere to Minimum Data Set (MDS) procedures and effective care planning processes.
- Ensure compliance with all applicable state practice acts, OBRA regulations, and facility policies.
- Communicate patient progress, status changes, and care needs to patients, families, and healthcare team members.
Team & Facility Engagement
Build strong relationships with patients, families, and staff through compassionate and professional interactions.
Participate in utilization reviews, case management discussions, family conferences, and interdisciplinary meetings.
- Contribute to a positive rehabilitation culture that promotes exceptional patient outcomes.
- Maintain punctuality and reliable attendance for assigned shifts.
- Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Strong clinical assessment and treatment planning skills.
- Ability to effectively communicate therapy goals, treatments, and recommendations to patients, families, and facility staff.
- Commitment to maintaining patient confidentiality and privacy.
- Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary healthcare environment.
- Passion for helping patients maximize independence, dignity, and quality of life.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k)
- Life, long-term, short-term, disability
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Paid Vacation and Sick Leave
At our facility, you'll be part of a supportive healthcare team focused on delivering exceptional rehabilitation services. This part-time role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in patients' lives while enjoying flexibility and professional growth.
If you're passionate about helping others achieve greater independence and reach their rehabilitation goals, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today!
Note: All employees of Cascadia Healthcare are required to submit and be cleared to work in the facility per each state's specific background check requirements prior to contact with patients/residents.
Requirements
Qualifications
Education
Must have graduated from an accredited school of occupational therapy.
Licenses/Certification
- Current state license as an Occupational Therapist.
- Current CPR certification.
Experience
Six months experience in a long term care environment preferred.
Key Responsibilities
The Occupational Therapist will evaluate patients, develop individualized treatment plans, and provide skilled therapeutic interventions to improve daily living skills. They will also collaborate with interdisciplinary teams and provide clinical supervision to Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
Key Skills
Occupational Therapist Career Context
In Washington, the Occupational Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$113k (255 salary observations; 599 listings), vs ~$97k nationally (5,562 salary observations; 29,543 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-01-01 through 2026-11-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.
The cost-of-living index for Washington is 107.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 59.8% of Washington clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Work-life score | 7.2 / 10 · top 10% in occupational therapy | ranked against 9,043 Occupational Therapy listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| Listed pay | not listed | Occupational Therapy median $116k (middle half $111k–$128k)17 comparable listings, Nov 2026 |
| Washington vs national | $113k median in Washington | $97k nationally (+16%)255 state / 5,562 national salary observations |
| Cost of living | Washington index 107.0 | US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Occupational Therapy listings in Washington | 227 active | 9,040 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 55% no call · 65% no weekends40 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | Washington occupational therapist listings (all specialties): 17% state a sign-on bonus (median $10k) · 12% offer loan repayment264 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| New Occupational Therapy listings | 3,212 in the last 30 days | 1,658 the 30 days before (+94%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Occupational Therapy pay trend | +3.8% vs prior quarter | —through Oct 2026 |
| Colfax of Cascadia | silver tier, 75/100 | Top Employers work-life index4 active listings |
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Occupational Therapist - Part Time at Colfax of Cascadia a 7.2 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as very good. This places the position in the top 10% in Occupational Therapy — ranked against 9,043 active Occupational Therapy listings on WeekdayDoc.
Location & Logistics
Washington has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states.
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