Occupational Therapist (OT) - OCCUP026611

Job Listing ID: 4299492 Job Title: Occupational Therapist (OT) - OCCUP026611

Application Deadline: 07/26/2025Job Location: Tigard

Date Posted: 06/26/2025Hours Worked Per Week: 40

Shift: Day Shift

Duration of Job: Full Time, less than 6 months

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Job Summary: Make a difference every day as an Occupational Therapist (OT) at Avamere! Join our skilled nursing team and help residents regain independence and achieve their therapy goals in a supportive, patient-focused environment.

The purpose of this position is to provide and direct all aspects of quality patient care, including evaluation and treatment, treatment planning, goal setting, family education, and documentation according to organization's guidelines, professional standards, and community needs. Serves as a patient and rehabilitation advocate for current and prospective patients, and to all internal and external customers. Actively participates in quality assurance and customer service activities.

Avamere Rehab provides in-house therapy in our Avamere Living communities throughout Oregon and Washington. Avamere Living began in 1995 and has grown to become the industry leader in the Pacific Northwest for Skilled Nursing and Post-Acute Care. At Avamere our rehab professionals build lasting relationships with patients & residents, their families, and fellow team members. If you are an Occupational Therapist interested in Full-time, Part-time or PRN opportunities, please contact us or apply for this position.

Key Responsibilities:

Provides occupational therapy to patients according to licensure

Directs and supervises the work of assistants, rehab aides, and students as applicable with state and federal guidelines

Follows all organizational and facility safety procedures regarding one's personal protection and patient safety

Expands and enhances self, in both clinical and professional knowledge through associations and continuing education

Supports and participates in department operations and development

Communicates patient status and needs to the patient, family, caregivers, or other members involved with patient care

Qualifications:

Graduate of an approved curriculum in Occupational Therapy

Must hold an active Occupational Therapy license in the state of Oregon

Able to practice unencumbered

In good standing with all regulatory agencies and licensing boards

Working knowledge of Medicare and other payer sources

Full knowledge of resident's rights

Exudes professionalism in presentation

Ability to multitask

Must be able to read, write, speak, understand, and communicate in English

CPR certification

Avamere is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Participates in E-Verify

Job Classification: Occupational Therapists

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Licenses/Certifications

Required: CPR Certification

Occupational Therapists

Compensation

Salary: Depending on Experience

Job Requirements

Experience Required: None

Education Required: BachelorsMinimum Age: N/A

Gender: N/A