PermanentPosted 7 days ago
Occupational Therapist - Acute Care
Saint Charles Health System · Bend, OR
$47.54–$71.30/ hour
Top 25% payNew this week
Occupational Therapist jobs in Eugene, OR
The median occupational therapist pay in the Eugene area is $48.20 per hour ($100,250 a year), with the typical range running from $41.24 to $56.00. That ranks 85th of 354 U.S. metro areas for occupational therapist pay, and 165th of 327 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 2 hospitals in the Eugene metro area. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Eugene.
- $48.20median pay per hour, Eugene
- $41–$56typical range per hour
- 130occupational therapists employed in the metro area
- 102cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Occupational Therapist pay in Eugene, OR
The metro median is 6% below the Oregon statewide median of $51.37 per hour. Nationally the median is $47.28 per hour. BLS counts about 130 occupational therapists employed in the Eugene-Springfield metro area, 0.9 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.86).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $36.30 | $75,500 | 23% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $41.24 | $85,780 | 13% below U.S. median |
| Median | $48.20 | $100,250 | 2% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $56.00 | $116,480 | 18% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $61.38 | $127,670 | 30% above U.S. median |
How Eugene ranks
- 85th of 354 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 165th of 327 after adjusting for local prices
- 5th of 5 Oregon metro areas
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2024, Occupational Therapists (SOC 29-1122), all industries. This is what employers report paying, not an offer for a specific role.
What your pay buys in Eugene
- Overall prices in Eugene-Springfield run 2% above the U.S. average (index 101.6, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 2% below the U.S. average (index 98.3).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $48.20 median hour buys what $47.46 buys at the national price level, in line with the national median.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Price Parities by metropolitan area, 2024. Prices are for the metro area, not for a single neighborhood.
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Estimated weekly gross$1,735
- Per year: $86,760
- Per month: $7,230
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Eugene-Springfield metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Eugene
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $147 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $80 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,589 |
| 13-week assignment | $20,657 |
Travel occupational therapist assignments commonly pay housing and meals stipends. The GSA per diem is the federal benchmark for what those stipends can be tax-free. Whether a stipend is tax-free for you depends on keeping a valid tax home, so confirm with your recruiter and a tax professional. Compare with your offer in the travel pay calculator.
Source: U.S. General Services Administration per diem rates, fiscal year 2026 (average across months).
Open Occupational Therapist roles in Oregon
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PermanentPosted 14 days ago
Occupational Therapist
Amedisys · Salem, OR
$55.00–$70.00/ hour
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Occupational Therapist - OT PRN
BrightSpring Health Services · Portland, OR
$50.00–$55.00/ hour
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Occupational Therapist - Part Time
Amedisys · Salem, OR
$55.00–$70.00/ hour
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Occupational Therapist
CommonSpirit Health · Roseburg, OR
$45.04–$67.00/ hour
Hospitals in the Eugene-Springfield area
CMS lists 2 hospitals in the Eugene-Springfield area, 2 of the 2 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of occupational therapists.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mckenzie-Willamette Medical Center Springfield, OR | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Sacred Heart Medical Center - Riverbend Springfield, OR | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.
Occupational Therapist pay in nearby cities
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Springfield, OR | 7 mi | $48.20/hr | 61,182 |
| Corvallis, OR | 36 mi | $51.37/hr | 61,993 |
| Albany, OR | 39 mi | $51.37/hr | 57,156 |
| Salem, OR | 60 mi | $49.19/hr | 180,406 |
| Bend, OR | 90 mi | $51.97/hr | 106,926 |
| Tigard, OR | 96 mi | $50.50/hr | 57,301 |
Occupational Therapist jobs in Oregon · Occupational Therapist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Oregon
Master’s or doctoral degree in occupational therapy. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Oregon requires for your role with the Oregon licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Oregon taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
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Common questions
How much do occupational therapists make in Eugene, OR?
Occupational Therapists in the Eugene-Springfield metro area have a median pay of $48.20 per hour, about $100,250 a year. The middle half earn between $41.24 and $56.00 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Eugene a good place for occupational therapists once cost of living is counted?
Eugene-Springfield ranks 165th of 327 metro areas for occupational therapist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 85th of 354 before adjusting. Overall prices run 2% above the U.S. average.
Where do occupational therapists work in Eugene?
CMS lists 2 hospitals in the Eugene-Springfield area, led by Mckenzie-Willamette Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Oregon license to work in Eugene as an occupational therapist?
Master’s or doctoral degree in occupational therapy. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Oregon requires for your role with the Oregon licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
What is the per diem for a travel assignment in Eugene?
The federal per diem benchmark in Eugene is $147 a night for lodging and $80 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,589 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
Does Valorem Health place occupational therapists in Eugene?
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1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- AmedisysSalem, OR · 2 postings$62.50/ hr$55–$70
- AmedisysVenice, FL · 5 postings$78.48/ hr$52–$89
- Montage HealthMonterey, CA · 4 postings$67.73/ hr$54–$83
- CommonSpirit HealthNorthridge, CA · 9 postings$64.73/ hr$48–$81
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2What they are offering now
Low$46Median$59.42High$71
5 OT postings with published pay in Oregon, 2 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 5 OT roles
- Occupational Therapist - Acute CarePermanent$47.54–$71.30/ hour
- Occupational TherapistPermanent$55.00–$70.00/ hour
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