Physical Therapist – Oregon State Hospital, Salem Campus

State of Oregon

7d • Onsite

About The Position

Opportunity Awaits, Apply Today! Physical Therapist – Oregon State Hospital, Salem Campus Effective Feb. 1, 2026, the compensation plan for this position will be increased to reflect a Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) of 2.5%. The salary listed in this posting does not reflect the COLA. NOTE: A current resume and cover letter are required to be considered for this position. The Physical Therapist is part of the Treatment Services department at the Oregon State Hospital and provides services and active treatment for patients admitted to the facility. Duties include providing person-centered recovery-focused physical rehabilitation services and standardized assessments by developing evidenced-based clinical interventions to meet individualized treatment needs. For a full review of the position description, please click here. If this opportunity aligns with your strengths, background, and commitment to fostering inclusivity, we encourage you to apply! At the Oregon Health Authority (OHA), we value diversity and encourage applicants from all backgrounds and experiences to help us build a stronger, more equitable future for all.

Requirements

• A license from the Oregon Physical Therapist Licensing Board as a Physical Therapist; OR Completion of an accredited physical therapy educational program and eligibility to obtain an Oregon Physical Therapy license or temporary permit. At the time of appointment, must have at least a temporary permit.
• Possession of a valid Physical Therapist license or other valid authorization issued by the Physical Therapy Licensing Board.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working in a healthcare facility working with patients with mental health challenges.
• Demonstrated creativity and skill in developing, implementing, and modifying individualized treatment plans by assessing patients’ physical conditions, medical histories, and situational safety considerations.
• Experience monitoring patient progress and adjusting treatment plans as necessary.
• Experience maintaining accurate records of patient evaluations, treatment plans and progress notes.
• Experience collaborating with other healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive and integrated patient care.
• Experience working independently to manage caseload, prioritize workload, and adjust treatment approaches based on changing patient needs and clinical conditions.

Responsibilities

• providing person-centered recovery-focused physical rehabilitation services
• standardized assessments by developing evidenced-based clinical interventions to meet individualized treatment needs

Benefits

• Excellent medical, vision, and dental benefits package for the employee and qualified family members with a very low monthly out-of-pocket cost.
• Optional life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, deferred compensation savings program, and flexible spending accounts for health care and childcare expenses.
• Employee benefits include 11 paid holidays, 3 personal business days, 8 hours of monthly sick leave, and vacation accrual starting at 8 hours per month.
• Possible eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
• Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan (OPSRP).
• Training opportunities that will help grow your career with the State of Oregon.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees