Acute Therapy Occupational Therapist

You Belong Here.

At MultiCare, we strive to offer a true sense of belonging for all our employees. Across our health care network, you will find a dynamic range of meaningful careers, opportunities for growth, safe workplaces, and flexible schedules. We are connected by our mission - partnering and healing for a healthy future - and dedicated to the health and well-being of the communities we serve.

The employee must be self-driven, outcomes oriented, and able to demonstrate quality work within a fast-paced environment, so as to meet productivity as it aligns with our stewardship value. A good candidate is also someone who has optimal time management skills, is highly collaborative, and able to see the “big picture”. Strong inter-disciplinary communication is required. MultiCare utilizes EPIC for all electronic medical records. Department productivity standard is currently 69% for 8-hour day with expectation of 7-9 patients seen per day.

All employees are expected to cross-cover both Auburn and Covington Medical Centers, so training occurs for both sites in the first month or two. Per diem staff are also expected to work a minimum of 1 holiday per year and be able to complete mandatory education/training during non-shift hours, but on the clock. New Employee Orientation process is very rigorous for the first few weeks to a month (and would likely require some time off from an alternate position), and certain aspects are mandatory with regard to schedule.

FTE: 0.4, Shift: Days, Schedule: Wednesday-Saturday, 7.5 hours per day; but flexibility is appreciated.

Position Summary

The Occupational Therapist is an exciting opportunity at MultiCare, responsible for evaluating, planning and implementing occupational therapy services for in-patients and outpatients referred for Occupational Therapy. With varied and dynamic day-to-day functions, you will apply your service orientation, analysis and good judgment toward ensuring comprehensive occupational therapy care for patients.

Responsibilities

• You will perform well in stress and emergency situations

• You will perform patient evaluations/re-evaluations, establish a treatment plan, and modify the treatment plan according to the needs of the patient and response to treatment

• You will perform treatment interventions for outpatient and/or inpatient population as directed

• You will perform documentation in the medical record that is timely and accurate

• You will communicate well with patients, peers, other health professionals in the coordination of care for the patients

Requirements

• State of Washington Occupational Therapist license

• Minimum one (1) year of previous experience in occupational therapy preferred

About Covington Medical Center

MultiCare Covington Medical Center, a four-story, 58-bed hub, serves southeast King County with inpatient and outpatient surgical care, a birth center, primary and specialty care, urgent care, 24-hour Emergency Department, pharmacy, lab and imaging services. Clinicians benefit from a neighborhood-focused, team-oriented culture, delivering high-quality, patient-centered care in a rapidly growing community.

About the Covington Community

Covington is a friendly King County community with easy access to Seattle, Kent, Auburn and Maple Valley. With over 150 acres of parks, trails, waterways and sports facilities — plus a year-round aquatic center — the city provides abundant outdoor and family-friendly activities. Covington combines small-town charm with convenience and connectivity, offering a strong sense of community and an exceptional quality of life.

Why MultiCare?

• Rooted in the local community – Partnering with patients, families and neighbors across the Pacific Northwest for more than 140 years

• Growth and education – Competitive tuition assistance, award-winning residencies, fellowships and career development to invest in your future

• Well-being and support – Generous PTO, Code Lavender and Employee Assistance Programs to help you maintain balance and feel cared for at work and in life

• Living our values – Respect, integrity, kindness and collaboration guide how we care for patients, communities and each other

• Belonging for all – Employee Resource Groups, inclusion initiatives and outreach programs support a workplace where every voice is valued

• Pacific Northwest lifestyle – Work and live where natural beauty, adventure and strong community connections are part of everyday life

Pay and Benefit Expectations

We provide a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive salary, medical, dental and retirement benefits and paid time off. As required by various pay transparency laws, we share a competitive range of compensation for candidates hired into each position. The pay scale is $47.46 - $75.24 USD. However, pay is influenced by factors specific to applicants, including but not limited to: skill set, level of experience, and certification(s) and/or education. If this position is associated with a union contract, pay will be reflective of the appropriate step on the pay scale to which the applicant’s years of experience align.

Associated benefit information can be viewed here.