Occupational Therapist Jobs

Occupational Therapists (OTs) play a pivotal role in the therapy industry by helping individuals across all ages to participate in the activities and tasks they want and need to do through the therapeutic use of everyday tasks (occupations). These professionals work with people who have physical, sensory, or cognitive disabilities, and they develop individualized plans to improve their clients' ability to perform daily activities, prevent or minimize disability, and promote overall health and wellness. OTs may work in a variety of settings, such as hospitals, rehabilitation centers, schools, clients' homes, or in corporate wellness programs.

Prior to becoming an Occupational Therapist, individuals may serve in roles such as a Rehab Aide, Occupational Therapy Assistant, or even a Pediatric Occupational Therapy Aide to gain relevant experience in the field. To become a successful OT, one should possess excellent interpersonal skills, physical stamina, patience, and creativity. They should also possess strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills to assess patients' needs and create appropriate treatment plans. They must have a master's degree from an accredited occupational therapy program and pass a national certification examination to become a certified Occupational Therapist. Some states may also require additional licensing.

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Education & Experience Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA), aides and students Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy, prefer graduates of Masters or Doctorate Program in Occupational...

Must be an occupational therapy curriculum accredited jointly by the American Occupational Therapy Association and certified by the American Occupational Therapy Association under its requirements....

Join Our Team of Georgia Mental Health Providers! Foresight is an outpatient mental health company that offers virtual and in-person therapy across Georgia. Our purpose is to increase access to...

Mental Health Therapist (Hybrid)

  • Layton, UT
  • 12 hours ago
  • Layton, UT
  • 12 hours ago

Licensed Therapist/Counselor - Hybrid Numinus by Stella Mental Health is at the forefront of innovative mental healthcare. We offer breakthrough treatments for trauma, stress, anxiety, and...

Associate of Science degree in Occupational Therapy Assistant or equivalent 2. OTA Certification 3. Bilingual (Spanish) preferred...

Join Our Team of Virtual California Mental Health Providers! Foresight is an outpatient mental health company that offers virtual and in-person therapy across California. Our purpose is to...

Remote Work
Neuro Health Arlington Heights

Psychotherapist Master's Level

NeuroHealth, a well-established and continually growing family practice providing pediatric & adult clinical psychology, neuropsychology, & forensic psychology services, is seeking Master’s Level...

NeuroHealth, a well-established and continually growing family practice providing pediatric & adult clinical psychology, neuropsychology, & forensic psychology services, is seeking Master’s Level...

Neuro Health Arlington Heights

Psychotherapist

NeuroHealth, a well-established and continually growing family practice providing pediatric & adult clinical psychology, neuropsychology, & forensic psychology services, is seeking Master’s Level...

VensureHR

Occupational therapist, HealthCare Industry - TN - On Site

Supervisory Requirements Supervises Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA), aides and students. Certificates, Licenses, Registrations Licensed as an Occupational Therapist in the State....

Confidential

Occupational Therapist

  • Lake Zurich, IL
  • 3 days ago
  • Lake Zurich, IL
  • 3 days ago

Therapy from an accredited program Current state license as an Occupational Therapist 2+ years of experience working with a variety of patient populations Strong clinical skills and knowledge of occupational...

Join Our Team of Virtual California Mental Health Providers! Foresight is an outpatient mental health company that offers virtual and in-person therapy across California. Our purpose is to...

Remote Work

LICENSED THERAPIST Are you seeking a more manageable caseload? Would you like a combination of school-based and clinic hours? Prefer to have a schedule that is primarily daytime, Monday-Friday?...

Registered with the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy, Licensed as an Occupational Therapist in the state of Texas. Two-Three years in related setting preferred....

LICENSED MENTAL HEALTH THERAPIST ( Hybrid )

  • Baltimore, MD
  • 6 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD
  • 6 days ago

Job Description Overview We are currently in search of a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) or Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW-C) to become a valuable member of our team. The...

Occupational Therapist Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Leadership Skills Development for Occupational Therapists
The Leadership Skills Development MOOC for Occupational Therapists will support course participants to gain insights into their leadership potential, values and preferences. Together we will...
Understanding Behaviour Management by Occupational Therapist
Behaviour is how someone acts. It is what a person does to make something happen, to make something change or to keep things the same.Behaviour is a response to things that are...
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Salary for Occupational Therapist Jobs Nationwide

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Occupational Therapist positions.



Highest Education Level

Occupational Therapists offer the following education background
Master's Degree
47.7%
Bachelor's Degree
29.1%
Associate's Degree
9.4%
Doctorate Degree
8.8%
High School or GED
2.7%
Vocational Degree or Certification
2.0%
Some College
0.2%
Some High School
0.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Occupational Therapists
Less than 1 year
54.5%
None
27.3%
1-2 years
9.1%
2-4 years
9.1%



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