Occupational Therapist Jobs in East Wareham, MA

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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Occupational Therapist - Travel Contract

  • Jackson Therapy Partners
  • Bourne, MA (4 miles from East Wareham, MA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Bourne, MA (4 miles from East Wareham, MA)
  • 30+ days ago

Make a meaningful difference as a travel Occupational Therapist....

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Occupational Therapist Lead

  • Brown Health Medical Group
  • North Dartmouth, MA (20 miles from East Wareham, MA)
  • 22 hours ago
  • North Dartmouth, MA (20 miles from East Wareham, MA)
  • 22 hours ago

SUMMARY The OT Team Leader is an Occupational Therapist who will have the responsibility of coordinating student programs, clinical in-services and educational meetings scheduling and case management...

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Occupational Therapist

  • Acadia Healthcare
  • Dartmouth, MA (23 miles from East Wareham, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Dartmouth, MA (23 miles from East Wareham, MA)
  • 1 day ago

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILL REQUIREMENTS: Master's degree from an accredited college or university in Occupational Therapy required....

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Occupational Therapist

  • Optum
  • East Bridgewater, MA (23 miles from East Wareham, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • East Bridgewater, MA (23 miles from East Wareham, MA)
  • 1 day ago

, home assessments and adaptive equipment, and other occupational therapy needs as defined by medical conditions....

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Occupational Therapist ESY

  • Acushnet Schools
  • Acushnet, MA (13 miles from East Wareham, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Acushnet, MA (13 miles from East Wareham, MA)
  • 2 days ago

Provides appropriate supervision of occupational therapy assistant assuming responsibility for the students served by assistant....

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Travel Occupational Therapist - $2,320 per week

  • LRS Healthcare - Allied
  • Dennis, MA (23 miles from East Wareham, MA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Dennis, MA (23 miles from East Wareham, MA)
  • 7 days ago

Description LRS Healthcare - Allied is seeking a travel Occupational Therapist for a travel job in South Dennis, Massachusetts....

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Travel Occupational Therapist - $2,542 per week

  • MedPro Healthcare Allied Staffing
  • Dennis, MA (23 miles from East Wareham, MA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Dennis, MA (23 miles from East Wareham, MA)
  • 7 days ago

occupational therapy patient....

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Occupational Therapist

  • Kennedy-Donovan Center
  • New Bedford, MA (17 miles from East Wareham, MA)
  • 8 days ago
  • New Bedford, MA (17 miles from East Wareham, MA)
  • 8 days ago

Occupational Therapist New Bedford EI - New Bedford, MA 02740 Quick Apply Overview Salary Range $34.00 - $38.00 Hourly Level Experienced Position Type Part Time/ Full Time Job Shift Day Education Level...

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Registered Occupational Therapist

  • THE OAKS NURSING HOME
  • New Bedford, MA (17 miles from East Wareham, MA)
  • 11 days ago
  • New Bedford, MA (17 miles from East Wareham, MA)
  • 11 days ago

Full job description Position Summary: The OT - Occupational Therapist provides direct rehab care in occupational therapy to patients upon physician referral in accordance with all applicable laws,...

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Occupational Therapist - (SIGN ON!) Mashpee, MA

  • FOX Rehabilitation
  • Mashpee, MA (13 miles from East Wareham, MA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Mashpee, MA (13 miles from East Wareham, MA)
  • 11 days ago

Occupational Therapist Mashpee, MA FOX Rehabilitation is growing in Mashpee, MA, andwerelooking for passionate, licensed Occupational Therapists who want to deliver exceptional one-on-one care to older...

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Occupational Therapist

  • Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Braintree
  • Duxbury, MA (18 miles from East Wareham, MA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Duxbury, MA (18 miles from East Wareham, MA)
  • 12 days ago

Be the Occupational Therapist You've Always Aspired to Be Your impactful journey involves: Providing direct care to patients in need of occupational therapy....

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Expressive Arts Therapist

  • Southcoast Behavioral Health
  • North Dartmouth, MA (20 miles from East Wareham, MA)
  • 13 days ago
  • North Dartmouth, MA (20 miles from East Wareham, MA)
  • 13 days ago

Must be a Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) / Board Certified Art Therapist (ATR-BC) / Board Certified Music Therapist (MT-BC) PURPOSE STATEMENT: Plan, direct and implement...

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Board Certified Art Therapist

  • Southcoast Behavioral Health
  • North Dartmouth, MA (20 miles from East Wareham, MA)
  • 13 days ago
  • North Dartmouth, MA (20 miles from East Wareham, MA)
  • 13 days ago

PURPOSE STATEMENT: Plan, direct and implement activity therapy programs as a component of the patient?s treatment plan. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Complete activity assessment through patient...

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Board Certified Music Therapist

  • Southcoast Behavioral Health
  • North Dartmouth, MA (20 miles from East Wareham, MA)
  • 13 days ago
  • North Dartmouth, MA (20 miles from East Wareham, MA)
  • 13 days ago

PURPOSE STATEMENT: Plan, direct and implement activity therapy programs as a component of the patient?s treatment plan. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Complete activity assessment through patient...

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Occupational Therapist

  • Southcoast Health System
  • Fall River, MA (23 miles from East Wareham, MA)
  • 14 days ago
  • Fall River, MA (23 miles from East Wareham, MA)
  • 14 days ago

Qualifications A Bachelors Degree in Occupational Therapy is required. Current Massachusetts License in Occupational Therapy is required. One (1) year of experience is preferred....

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Salary for Occupational Therapist Jobs in East Wareham, MA

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Highest Education Level

Occupational Therapists in East Wareham, MA offer the following education background
Master's Degree
48.7%
Bachelor's Degree
28.4%
Doctorate Degree
9.3%
Associate's Degree
8.9%
High School or GED
2.5%
Vocational Degree or Certification
1.9%
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 in East Wareham, MA
Less than 1 year
54.5%
None
27.3%
1-2 years
9.1%
2-4 years
9.1%



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