Occupational Therapist - Neuromuscular Outpatient Rehabilitation

Location: Salem Hospital, 890 Oak St. SE, Salem, OR 97301

Department: Outpatient Rehabilitation

Position Type: Full Time, 40 hours/weekly, Exempt

Schedule: 8:00 am – 6:30 pm, four 10-hour shifts, variable days

Your role with us

As an Occupational Therapist in an outpatient rehabilitation setting, you will work with a diverse adult caseload, including individuals with neurological conditions, functional limitations and chronic conditions. You’ll practice in a patient-centered environment that values teamwork, evidence-based care, and professional growth. Your voice matters here. We recognize that attracting and retaining exceptional professionals begins with fostering an environment that inspires - one where your perspectives are valued, your professional growth is supported, and your contributions are meaningfully recognized. Our outpatient team is committed to one-on-one treatment sessions, delivering high-quality, individualized interventions that empower patients to achieve their goals, improve daily function, and return to the activities that matter most to them.

What you'll do

• Provide thorough, evidence‑based evaluations and create individualized treatment plans tailored to outpatient functional goals.
• Deliver goal‑oriented interventions focused on neuromuscular rehabilitation, upper extremity function, cognitive and perceptual retraining.
• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary group of providers - including PT, Speech, physicians, and care coordinators - to support comprehensive, coordinated care.
• Educate patients and families on home programs, strategies, and resources to promote long‑term success and self‑management.
• Document clearly and communicate professionally to support smooth patient flow, team collaboration, and high‑quality outcomes.

Required qualifications

• Holds a valid license to practice in the state of Oregon or is license eligible.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) within 90 days of hire.

Additional information

• Successful candidate will have clinical experience in the practice setting.

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.