Occupational Therapist - FT

Category:  Wallowa Memorial Therapy Clinic

At Wallowa Memorial Hospital and Medical Clinics, we value compassion, respect and integrity in all that we do. As a member of our team, you can expect a fulfilling career alongside like-minded professionals who are dedicated to delivering premier care to the residents of Wallowa County.

We treat every employee like a valued member of the family and offer an exciting opportunity to contribute to a nationally recognized, world-class healthcare facility. Wallowa Memorial has been named one of the Top 20 Critical Access Hospitals in the nation and honored as a Top Place to Work in Healthcare for 5 consecutive years.

JOB SUMMARY:

Wallowa Memorial Rehabilitation Therapy Clinic is seeking a compassionate and skilled Occupational Therapist (OT) to join our rehabilitation team. This position focuses on the planning, implementation and evaluation of skilled occupational therapy services across both pediatric and adult populations with an approximate 60% pediatric and 40% adult caseload.

The OT utilizes clinical expertise, creativity and available resources to develop individualized treatment plans that promote patient independence, function and quality of life.

Responsibilities Include:

• Evaluating patients and developing personalized treatment plans based on clinical assessment and physician direction
• Providing therapeutic interventions to improve functional abilities in daily living, motor skills and cognitive development
• Collaborating with patients, families and interdisciplinary team members to support coordinated care
• Documenting patient progress, treatment modifications and outcomes in accordance with regulatory and organizational standards
• Supporting a balanced caseload of pediatric and adult patients in both inpatient and outpatient settings
• Educating patients and caregivers on exercises, adaptive techniques and home care strategies

If you're a passionate Occupational Therapist looking to make a meaningful impact in both pediatric and adult care, we’d love to hear from you! Join our supportive Rehabilitation Therapy team and help patients achieve greater independence and quality of life.

Occupational Therapist - Job Description 

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy educational program with a Master’s or Doctoral degree required
• Current licensure from the Oregon Occupational Therapist Licensing Board required
• Current BLS/CPR certification required or ability to attain upon hire
• Valid and unrestricted driver’s license required
• Demonstrated ability to provide compassionate, patient-centered care across diverse populations
• Ability to meet the physical and functional requirements outlined in the job description
• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Must successfully pass a criminal background check, drug screen and reference checks

EEOC/ACCOMMODATION STATEMENT:

Wallowa County Health Care District is a drug and alcohol-free workplace and an Equal Opportunity Employer. All offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of background and drug screenings. Please note that we adhere to federal guidelines regarding prohibited substances, including those that may be legal under state law.

Applicants who require a reasonable accommodation during the application or recruitment process are encouraged to contact the Human Resources Department for assistance.

Paper applications may be obtained at Wallowa Memorial Hospital.

Please email Crystal, Lead HR Generalist, at Crystal.Jaeger@wchcd.org for any further inquiries.