Hand Therapist-Occupational Therapist
- BLS
How this pay compares
This posting does not state an hourly rate. Open occupational therapist jobs in Oregon post a median of $59.17 an hour, the middle half $53.51–$60.16, across 32 jobs that state their pay. Occupational therapists employed in Oregon earn a median of $54 an hour (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, opens in a new tab), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, opens in a new tab).
About the job
Location: State Street 1600 State Street, Salem, Oregon 97301
Department: Salem Health Rehabilitation Services
Position Type: Full Time
Schedule: 7:00 am- 4:00 pm, Monday - Friday
Your role with us
Join a collaborative outpatient therapy team at Salem Health Rehabilitation Services, State Street, conveniently located inside Salem Health Orthopedics in Salem, Oregon. Here, you'll have the opportunity to make a real difference in patients' lives every day helping them regain mobility, manage pain, and return to the activities and routines that matter most to them.
In this role, you'll provide high-quality, patient-centered care across physical therapy, hand therapy, and other specialty outpatient services, working alongside a supportive team of clinicians and orthopedic specialists under one roof. You'll evaluate patient needs, develop individualized treatment plans, and guide patients through their recovery journey while building meaningful relationships along the way as you watch them progress toward their goals.
What you'll do
- Conduct thorough patient evaluations and develop personalized treatment plans based on individual needs and goals
- Deliver hands-on therapeutic interventions, including therapeutic exercise, manual therapy, and modality-based treatments
- Collaborate closely with orthopedic physicians and other specialists on-site to coordinate integrated, seamless patient care
- Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans as needed to optimize outcomes
- Educate patients and their families on home exercise programs, injury prevention, and long-term recovery strategies
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation in accordance with clinical and regulatory standards
- Contribute to a positive, team-oriented clinic culture focused on compassionate, quality care
Required qualifications
- Doctorate in Occupational Therapy (OTD) required
- Current Occupational Therapist (OT) license required
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required
Total rewards package
Salem Health's comprehensive benefits package prioritizes your mental and physical health, financial stability, family obligations, and professional growth. Click here for details.
Why Salem Health?
Salem Health is a Top Workplace in Oregon, known for fostering a supportive culture where your contributions truly matter. As an award-winning, independent health care system, we serve our region through Salem Hospital, multiple community clinics and West Valley Hospital, ensuring broad access to high-quality care.
We believe in empowering our teams. Through Lean principles, staff help drive innovation and solve real problems. We also invest in your growth with professional development, tuition assistance, and clear career pathways. At Salem Health, you’ll find more than a job, you’ll find purpose, connection, and room to thrive.
Salem Health Hospitals and Clinics is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status or condition protected by law.
Salem Health Hospitals and Clinics is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for applicants. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact my.recruiter@salemhealth.org.
From Salem Health's job posting, checked Oct 29, 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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