Job Description

Occupational Therapist (OTR)
Status: Full-time & PRN
Pay Range: $48.00 – $55.00 (FT) and $55.00-$60.00 (PRN)
Location: Avamere Rehab of King City – 16485 SW Pacific Hwy, Tigard, OR 97224
Apply today: https://teamavamere.com/
Relocation Assistance Available

Make a difference every day as an Occupational Therapist (OTR) at Avamere! Join our in-house therapy team in Tigard, Oregon, and help residents regain independence, improve function, and achieve therapy goals in a supportive, patient-centered skilled nursing and rehabilitation environment. This Occupational Therapist / OT role supports both long-term care and short-term rehab residents.

• 84-bed SNF with both LTC and Short-term Rehab
• Large rehab gym with a nice sized kitchen and private office space.

Reasons to Join Avamere – Occupational Therapist:

• In-House Therapy
• Collaborative Team Approach with All Departments
• Therapist-Run
• Compliance & Regulatory Management and Education
• Manageable Productivity Expectations
• Flexible Schedule Options
• Two Full-time Status Options (30 or 40-hour workweek)
• Career Advancement & Development
• New Hire & New to Setting Mentorship & Training

Occupational Therapist (OTR) Benefits at Avamere:

At Avamere, we believe in taking care of our Occupational Therapists (OTRs) We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Health Insurance: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans. Low individual and family deductible.
• 401 (k) Plan: After 90 days of employment, with matching program.
• Paid Time Off (PTO): Accrue up to 4 weeks PTO per year, 6 holidays and accrued sick leave.
• EAP Canopy with unlimited telehealth mental health visits.
• Continuing Education and Higher Education Reimbursement.
• Generous employee referral bonus program.
• Flexible Spending Accounts & CERA: Medical FSA, Dependent Care FSA and CERA (Commuter Expense Reimbursement Account).
• Professional Development: Opportunities for growth and development within the company.
• Voluntary Benefits: Life insurance, disability coverage, supplemental hospital, accident and critical illness coverage, Legal Services, Pet Insurance, discount programs and more.

Occupational Therapist (OTR) Position Summary:

The purpose of this Occupational Therapist (OTR) position is to provide and direct all aspects of quality patient care, including evaluation, treatment, treatment planning, goal setting, family education, and documentation in a skilled nursing and rehabilitation setting. The Occupational Therapist / OT serves as a patient and rehabilitation advocate and actively participates in quality assurance and customer service activities.

Key Responsibilities – Occupational Therapist (OTR):

• 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

Occupational Therapist (OTR) Qualifications:

• Graduate of an approved curriculum in Occupational Therapy
• Ability to practice unencumbered as a licensed Occupational Therapist (OTR) in Oregon
• 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

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