Travel Occupational Therapy Assistant Job in Portland, OR | Evenings (5x8)

NSS Reliant - Sapphire at Cedar Crossings Portland, OR
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Occupational Therapy Assistant in Portland, OR
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$1,572
Setting
SNF
Travel · Therapy
Shift
Evenings
5×8 hrs
Start Date
10/26
Flexible
Contract
13 wks
Renewable
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This travel Occupational Therapy Assistant job in Portland, OR with Advantis Medical is a 13-week travel Occupational Therapy Assistant contract at NSS Reliant - Sapphire at Cedar Crossings. This role pays $1,572 per week and follows a Evenings shift with a 5x8 schedule. Read more

In this travel Occupational Therapy Assistant job, you will support patient care through specialty-specific clinical services, perform assessments and treatments within your scope of practice, document patient progress, operate relevant medical equipment, and collaborate with physicians and the broader care team to help deliver quality patient outcomes.

Advantis Medical supports travel clinicians with personalized recruiter guidance, fast and straightforward onboarding, complimentary licensing support, and benefits that start on Day 1. Start your application today to learn more about this travel Occupational Therapy Assistant job in Portland, OR and other assignments available nationwide. Read less

Job Details

  • Facility: NSS Reliant - Sapphire at Cedar Crossings
  • Location: Portland, OR 97236
    Explore the area! See our local guide further down this page.
  • Contract Length: 13 Weeks
  • Shift: Evenings (5x8)
  • Start Date: Oct 26, 2026
  • Setting: SNF

Responsibilities

  • Deliver occupational therapy interventions under the direction of a supervising Occupational Therapist, following each patient's established plan of care
  • Guide patients through activities of daily living, fine-motor tasks, and functional skills training
  • Train patients in the use of adaptive equipment and compensatory techniques within the established plan
  • Monitor patient response during treatment and report progress and concerns to the supervising therapist

Travel Occupational Therapy Assistant Requirements:

  • 2+ years of recent Occupational Therapy Assistant experience.
  • Must hold all required certifications and licenses as mandated by Oregon and national regulatory bodies.

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FAQs – Travel Occupational Therapy Assistant Jobs Near Portland, OR

What license and certifications do I need for travel OTA jobs?
You need an active OTA license in the assignment state or an OT Compact privilege, which is available only when both your home state and the assignment state are actively issuing. Most facilities also require current NBCOT certification as a COTA and BLS. Because the OT Compact is still onboarding states, many assignments still require a traditional license.
How does supervision work for travel OTAs?
The supervising OT completes evaluations, establishes the plan of care, and remains responsible for reassessment and discharge, while the OTA delivers delegated treatment and documents progress. State rules and facility policies determine how often supervision occurs and whether the OT must be on site.
What do travel OTA assignments involve day to day?
The day-to-day role depends heavily on setting. SNF work often centers on ADL retraining, adaptive equipment, and productivity targets; inpatient rehab adds higher-acuity functional training; and school roles focus on fine-motor, sensory, and classroom participation goals. Ask about caseload size and how quickly the facility expects a traveler to reach a full schedule.

Benefits

  • Day One Benefits, Medical, Dental, Vision & 401(k)
  • Relocation and Travel Reimbursement
  • Dedicated team to help with state licensing & renewals
  • Weekly Direct Deposit
  • $1,000 Referral Bonus + $250 Bonus for Your Referral

Explore Portland, OR

In Portland, OR, the South Waterfront offers paved walks beside the Willamette River, with overlooks close to the neighborhood's buildings. Local outpatient care includes physical and occupational therapy. The South Waterfront Greenway combines river paths with lawns and public art, including fallen trees held in concrete forms near the Curry Street overlook. A short walk can stay along the riverbank, while Tilikum Crossing opens a route to the opposite shore. Its paths carry walkers and cyclists alongside public transit, with no private cars. Wider viewing areas beside the bridge's towers leave space to stop above the water. After dark, the bridge's lighting changes with the river's temperature, height and speed, adding a reason to revisit the waterfront in the evening.

Travel Allied Health Jobs With Advantis Medical — The Gold Standard

At Advantis Medical Staffing, we take great pride in our commitment to caring for clinicians. We are dedicated to connecting clinicians with the best travel jobs nationwide, while providing exceptional service that fosters a trusted partnership for life. Our mission is to deliver the “Gold Standard” in clinician care—not only by securing your first job but by advocating for your long-term career goals and well-being.

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