
Occupational Therapist
Hiring bonus: up to $250 — Health Advocates Network pays new hires who apply through this link. Terms are set by the agency.
- Agency
- Health Advocates Network
- Location
- Hermiston, OR
- Job type
- Contract
- Profession
- Occupational Therapist
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Aug 27, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $69.70
- Weekly
- $2,788
- Yearly (full-time)
- $144,976
- Meals & incidentals
- $476/week
This job pays about $69.70/hour — 29% above the median for Occupational Therapist jobs in Oregon ($54.00/hour). The total includes tax-free housing and meal stipends, which staff jobs don't pay, so take-home pay is usually higher than the hourly figure suggests.
Estimated from the hourly rate in the listing, 40 hours a week; yearly = 52 weeks. Median wage: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025.
Occupational Therapist jobs in Oregon right now
- 42 open Occupational Therapist jobs in Oregon from 5 agencies, 3 of them in Hermiston.
- Pay in these listings: $25.75 – $69.70/hour, median $53.96/hour.
- Typical Occupational Therapist pay in Oregon: $54.00/hour ($112,320/year, BLS).
- Highest median pay: Health Advocates Network ($69.70/hour across 3 jobs).
Job description
Occupational Therapist– Hermiston,OR
Local Pay: $69.70/hour
Travel Package:
Travel Rate (based on 40 hours): Hrly $29. 57 Stipend (Lodging $770.00 + M&I $476.00) = $1,246.00
Total Comp :$2,428.80
Travel Eligibility: Candidates must live at least 50+ miles from the facility to qualify for Travel Pay.
Join our team and make a meaningful impact by delivering exceptional care in a professional healthcare setting. We're looking for a dedicated and compassionate healthcare professional who is committed to providing high-quality patient care.
Why You'll Love Working With Us
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Quick & Easy Application - Apply anytime, anywhere with our enHANce app.
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Referral Rewards- Receive referral bonuses for eligible candidates you refer.(Payable after 200 hours of work)
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Personalized Support - Work with a dedicated recruiter committed to your success.
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Exclusive Employee Benefits - Enjoy free continuing education (CEUs) exclusive marketplace discounts, hotel savings, pet insurance, and Employee Assistance Program.
Shift Details:
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Shift- M-F 8:00A-4:30P
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With weekend rotation
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Must work Thanksgiving and New Years.
Occupational Therapist Duties & Responsibilities:
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Evaluate patients’ functional status and implement the physician’s plan of care.
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Complete patient assessments, reassessments, and objective tests.
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Communicate patient observations and treatment recommendations with the interdisciplinary team.
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Educate and provide direction to patients and coworkers as appropriate.
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Protect patient rights and provide compassionate, empathetic care.
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Maintain accurate and concise documentation of patient care and communications.
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Respond appropriately to emergencies and changes in patient condition.
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Support the hospital’s mission, vision, values, policies, and procedures.
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Complete required education and training programs.
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Float to qualified departments as needed and perform other assigned duties.
Minimum Qualifications:
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Current, valid, and unrestricted OR license/certification in good standing, as required for the position.
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Graduate of an occupational therapy curriculum accredited jointly by the Committee on Allied Health Education and Accreditation of the American Medical Association and the American Occupational Therapy Association
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Is eligible for the National Registration Examination of the American Occupational Therapy Association
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Licensed by the State of Oregon as an Occupational Therapist.
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Must have a valid drivers license.
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Must have a current certification in BLS
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Must show proof of auto insurance
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Preferred: Registration as an Occupational Therapist with the American Occupational Therapy Association. CRASE training: If travel assignment extends beyond a 6-month period, CRASE training will be required.
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Additional certifications may be required
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Copy of current, completed Primary Source Verification (PSV) from the appropriate licensing board or verification agency, if required.
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Copy of all current required certifications and compliance documents (e.g., .BLS, N95 fit test, immunization records, TB test, or other client-specific requirements).
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