Occupational Therapist Jobs in Aliquippa, PA

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/Certified Hand Therapist - PRN

  • Select Medical Corporation
  • Canonsburg, PA (23 miles from Aliquippa, PA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Canonsburg, PA (23 miles from Aliquippa, PA)
  • 1 day ago

$45.00 - $50.00, hourly, based on years of experience We are seeking a PRN Occupational Therapist/Certified Hand Therapist to support our outpatient orthopedic team with a focus on hand therapy....

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Pediatric Occupational Therapist - PRN

  • Ivy Rehab Network, Inc.
  • Wexford, PA (13 miles from Aliquippa, PA)
  • 15 days ago
  • Wexford, PA (13 miles from Aliquippa, PA)
  • 15 days ago

Job Description: Pediatric Occupational Therapist - PRN At Ivy Rehab for Kids, you are not just an employee - you are a valued teammate!...

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Travel Occupational Therapist - $1,975 per week

  • SkyBridge Healthcare Therapy
  • Weirton, WV (17 miles from Aliquippa, PA)
  • 18 days ago
  • Weirton, WV (17 miles from Aliquippa, PA)
  • 18 days ago

Description SkyBridge Healthcare Therapy is seeking a travel Occupational Therapist for a travel job in Weirton, West Virginia....

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Travel Occupational Therapist - $2,006 per week

  • Care Career
  • Weirton, WV (17 miles from Aliquippa, PA)
  • 18 days ago
  • Weirton, WV (17 miles from Aliquippa, PA)
  • 18 days ago

Description Care Career is seeking a travel Occupational Therapist for a travel job in Weirton, West Virginia....

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Occupational Therapist Home Health Beaver County, UPMC

  • UPMC
  • Beaver, PA (7 miles from Aliquippa, PA)
  • 21 days ago
  • Beaver, PA (7 miles from Aliquippa, PA)
  • 21 days ago

Are you an Occupational Therapist looking for a rewarding career where you can provide direct, one-on-one patient care?...

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Occupational Therapist Home Health Beaver County

  • UPMC
  • Beaver, PA (7 miles from Aliquippa, PA)
  • 23 days ago
  • Beaver, PA (7 miles from Aliquippa, PA)
  • 23 days ago

Are you an Occupational Therapist looking for a rewarding career where you can provide direct, one-on-one patient care?...

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Harvest Therapy Occupational Therapist --PRN

  • The Orchards
  • Chester, WV (12 miles from Aliquippa, PA)
  • 26 days ago
  • Chester, WV (12 miles from Aliquippa, PA)
  • 26 days ago

Supervise and direct Occupational Therapy Assistants. Supervise Rehabilitation Aides, Occupational Therapy Aides, students and volunteers as directed....

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Occupational Therapist: Burgettstown

  • Concordia Lutheran Ministries and Affiliates
  • Canonsburg, PA (23 miles from Aliquippa, PA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Canonsburg, PA (23 miles from Aliquippa, PA)
  • 30+ days ago

Occupational Therapist Position: Are you prepared to use occupational therapy expertise to significantly impact seniors' lives?...

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Occupational Therapist - Skilled - (OT)

  • AMN Healthcare Allied
  • Weirton, WV (17 miles from Aliquippa, PA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Weirton, WV (17 miles from Aliquippa, PA)
  • 45+ days ago

therapist, occupational therapy, OT, therapist, patient care, healthcare, health care, skilled care, skilled occupational therapist, skilled care occupational therapist, skilled...

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Occupational Therapist

  • (Peters Township Post Acute) Mcmurray SNF Healthcare LLC
  • McMurray, PA (23 miles from Aliquippa, PA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • McMurray, PA (23 miles from Aliquippa, PA)
  • 45+ days ago

Qualification Education and/or Experience Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy, prefer graduates of Masters or Doctorate Program in Occupational Therapy....

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Occupational Therapist (OT)

  • Genesis Healthcare
  • Glenshaw, PA (19 miles from Aliquippa, PA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Glenshaw, PA (19 miles from Aliquippa, PA)
  • 45+ days ago

in Occupational Therapy. * The Occupational Therapist must hold a valid and unencumbered occupational therapy license as required in the state of practice....

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Occupational Therapist Home Health New Kensington

  • UPMC
  • Seven Fields, PA (16 miles from Aliquippa, PA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Seven Fields, PA (16 miles from Aliquippa, PA)
  • 45+ days ago

UPMC Home Health is hiring an Occupational Therapist to join its team! This position will support New Kensington, Leechburg, Natrona Heights, and surrounding areas!...

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Salary for Occupational Therapist Jobs in Aliquippa, PA

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Highest Education Level

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



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