Occupational Therapist - Days - $10,000 Sign on

Back Occupational Therapist - Days - $10,000 Sign on Island Hospital Anacortes, WA 98221, USA Jan 13, 2026 Full Time Therapy Job Description In the Physical Therapist role, you will play a key role in the department and will be responsible for the clinical evaluation, development, and administration of appropriate occupational therapy patient care. Island Health is offering a $10,000 sign on bonus for an experienced Physical Therapist for our Rehabilitation Services department at our hospital in Anacortes, WA.

Location:

Anacortes, WA, Onsite Schedule:

1.0 FTE / Full Time /

Days Salary:

$42.80/hr - $64.20/hr What you will be doing: Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and can identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her age-specific needs. Assumes all responsibilities of a staff occupational therapist by providing direct patient care. Evaluates patient's conditions, requirements, and knowledge level; cooperates with the physician and patient/significant other in determining appropriate occupational therapy treatment. Develops treatment plan and goals. Performs prescribed treatments of outpatient and/or inpatients. Assists in training personnel in occupational therapy methods and techniques and in supervising aides and assistants in their activities. Establishes and documents the patient's plan in the treatment record after each occupational therapy treatment according to established standards. Participates in communication and problem solving with patient/significant other, health team members, and other departments. Evaluates patient outcome and coordinates discharge of patient from occupational therapy. Assesses own learning needs and establishes priorities and develops an action plan. Possesses knowledge of Continuous Quality Improvement principles and supports Physical Occupational Speech Therapy philosophy of performance improvement. Gives input to annual budget, goals, and department policies and procedures. Participates in educational or professional meetings and continuing education/in-services relating to occupational therapy. May develop and implement specialty area programs and perform other activities as assigned by the Director. Must have demonstrated ability to interact positively with Administration, Directors, Managers, Supervisors, peers, co-workers, subordinates, patients and visitors. Must meet regular attendance standard and must stay at or below average sick leave utilization levels. What you will bring to the role: Demonstrated communication and interpersonal skills consistent with Island Hospital's mission, vision, values, and Promise. Ability to apply principles of logical or scientific thinking to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions; to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions and deal with several abstract and concrete variables. Ability to collaborate effectively in a multidisciplinary healthcare environment and build positive working relationships with physicians, clinicians, leaders, and staff. Demonstrated commitment to patient-centered care, service excellence, and compassionate communication with patients and families.

Your Qualifications:

Minimum of two years of hands-on experience within a clinical or similar setting preferred, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Graduate from an AOTA approved or accredited program Current OT license issued by the WA Department of Health Current Basic Life Support Certification. Make a Difference with Us At Island Health, every role contributes to our mission of compassionate, high-quality care. Join us and help create a workplace where every team member feels valued and supported. Why You'll Love Working Here We believe in taking care of our people so they can take care of others. When you join Island Health, you'll enjoy a culture that values integrity, compassion, teamwork, and growth — plus a robust benefits package that includes: Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Generous Paid Time Off and Extended Illness Benefits Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability Coverage Vested Retirement Contributions and Flexible Spending Accounts Tuition Reimbursement and Student Loan Repayment Programs Employee Recognition Events and a supportive, community-focused team Ready to Apply? Apply today and take the next step in your career with Island Health. Email me jobs like this About Island Hospital Island Hospital is an integral part of the great quality of life in Anacortes, Washington and we are actively recruiting for a number of employment opportunities. Located on beautiful Fidalgo Island, Island Hospital is the center for health and wellness in west Skagit County, also serving north Whidbey Island and the San Juan Islands. We have been trusted to provide care to our community since 1962 and are honored to be their provider of choice. We remain focused on providing a personal and compassionate healthcare experience with a range of services and exceptional quality care typically found in a larger facility. Island Hospital is 43 bed acute care hospital. Each patient room is single occupancy and all of the acute care rooms have a ceiling lift, and private bathroom with a shower . We have six Specialty Care Clinics and five Family Care Clinics providing specialty services that include: Family Medicine, Pediatrics, Obstetrics & Gynecology, Sleep Wellness Center, Behavioral Health, Wound Care, and Sleep Wellness. Our inpatient and outpatient services include: Acute Care, Emergency Services, Birthing Center, Surgical Services, Diagnostic Imaging, Physical, Occupational & Speech Therapy. We also support our community by offering Community Education classes and various screenings. Employee Benefits Island Hospital provides an innovative and growing environment for our employees to further their careers. In addition to competitive wages, Island Hospital offers a comprehensive benefits plan that includes full medical, dental and vision insurance, long term disability and life insurance, vested retirement plan contributions, generous Paid Time Off and Extended Illness Bank hours, and a variety of optional supplemental benefits. We're excited to share that we also provide an additional Loan Repayment or Tuition Assistance benefit for several positions - contact us to learn more! Awards Island Hospital is proud to be a DNV accredited hospital. We have a 4 star Medicare rating. Company Profile