Occupational Therapist Jobs in Morganton, NC

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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Remote Mental Health Therapist

  • Nebo, NC (11 miles from Morganton, NC)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Nebo, NC (11 miles from Morganton, NC)
  • 11 hours ago

SonderMind is a leading mental health care platform revolutionizing therapy services. We are seeking compassionate and highly skilled licensed mental health therapists to join our expanding...

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Occupational Therapist

  • Hickory, NC (21 miles from Morganton, NC)
  • 1 day ago
  • Hickory, NC (21 miles from Morganton, NC)
  • 1 day ago

and administering occupational therapy treatments and activities State license and registration to practice occupational therapy Minimum of 24 months of supervised clinical experience in an occupational...

Creative Expressive Arts Therapist

  • Morganton, NC
  • 17 hours ago
  • Morganton, NC
  • 17 hours ago

Creative/Expressive Arts Therapist THIS IS A REPOST - PREVIOUS APPLICANTS WILL NEED TO RE-APPLY Broughton Hospital is currently recruiting for a Creative/Expressive Arts Therapist. Broughton...

Licensed Mental Health Therapist / Team Lead

  • Morganton, NC
  • 2 days ago
  • Morganton, NC
  • 2 days ago

Are you a licensed mental health therapist with a passion for leadership? Join Easterseals PORT Health (ESPH) as a Licensed Mental Health Therapist / Team Lead for our Assertive Community...

Licensed Mental Health Therapist (Catawba/Burke Counties) Intensive In Home

  • Hickory, NC (21 miles from Morganton, NC)
  • 8 days ago
  • Hickory, NC (21 miles from Morganton, NC)
  • 8 days ago

Job Type Full-time Description Description This role will focus on Mental Health Counseling with emphasis on prevention. Will work with individuals and groups to promote optimum mental health. May...

Occupational Therapist I---Caldwell Memorial Hospital

  • Lenoir, NC (14 miles from Morganton, NC)
  • 13 days ago
  • Lenoir, NC (14 miles from Morganton, NC)
  • 13 days ago

Work is performed under the general supervision of an Occupational Therapist II or Occupational Therapist Supervisor....

Occupational Therapist - North Carolina

  • Marion, NC (17 miles from Morganton, NC)
  • 17 days ago
  • Marion, NC (17 miles from Morganton, NC)
  • 17 days ago

Soliant Health is currently seeking a driven Occupational Therapist for a school-based position in Marion, North Carolina. In this role, you will provide services to students in grades K-12....

Occupational Therapist

  • Shelby, NC (24 miles from Morganton, NC)
  • 20 days ago
  • Shelby, NC (24 miles from Morganton, NC)
  • 20 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....

Academic Fieldwork Coordinator, School of Occupational Therapy

  • Hickory, NC (21 miles from Morganton, NC)
  • 20 days ago
  • Hickory, NC (21 miles from Morganton, NC)
  • 20 days ago

Therapy (MOT) degree Required degree earned from an accredited occupational therapy program by a USDE-recognized institutional accrediting agency Required certified nationally as an Occupational Therapist...

Licensed Mental Health Counselor - LCAS

  • Crossnore, NC (21 miles from Morganton, NC)
  • 21 days ago
  • Crossnore, NC (21 miles from Morganton, NC)
  • 21 days ago

Child and Family Therapist - Licensed Clinical Addiction Specialist (LCAS) Crossnore Communities for Children is seeking a Child and Family Therapist - Licensed Clinical Addiction Specialist...

Occupational Therapist l - Outpatient, Atrium Health Rehab Cleveland Kings Mountain Part-Time Days

  • Shelby, NC (24 miles from Morganton, NC)
  • 29 days ago
  • Shelby, NC (24 miles from Morganton, NC)
  • 29 days ago

Education, Experience and Certifications Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy program required. NC license for Occupational Therapy required....

Licensed Mental Health Counselor - Bilingual

  • Crossnore, NC (21 miles from Morganton, NC)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Crossnore, NC (21 miles from Morganton, NC)
  • 45+ days ago

Child and Family Therapist - Bilingual (LCMHC, LCSW, or LMFT - Winston-Salem, NC) Crossnore Communities for Children is seeking a Bilingual Child and Family Therapist at our Winston-Salem, NC...

Pediatric Occupational Therapist

  • Morganton, NC
  • 60+ days ago
  • Morganton, NC
  • 60+ days ago

The Occupational Therapist has specific responsibility for providing occupational therapy assessments and evaluations for children, providing occupational therapy to enrolled children, coaching parents...

Occupational Therapist PRN

  • Marion, NC (17 miles from Morganton, NC)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Marion, NC (17 miles from Morganton, NC)
  • 60+ days ago

Description Introduction Do you have the PRN career opportunities as an Occupational Therapist PRN you want with your current employer?...

Assistant Professor of Occupational Therapy

  • Hickory, NC (21 miles from Morganton, NC)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Hickory, NC (21 miles from Morganton, NC)
  • 60+ days ago

therapy program Required minimum of two years of relevant experience or clinical practice experience Required Occupational Therapy certification by National Board for Certification in Occupational...

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Salary for Occupational Therapist Jobs in Morganton, NC

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Highest Education Level

Occupational Therapists in Morganton, NC 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 in Morganton, NC
Less than 1 year
54.5%
None
27.3%
1-2 years
9.1%
2-4 years
9.1%



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