Occupational Therapist Jobs in Chambersburg, 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- Senior Living Visits

  • BAYADA Home Health Care
  • Hagerstown, MD (21 miles from Chambersburg, PA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Hagerstown, MD (21 miles from Chambersburg, PA)
  • 8 days ago

Occupational Therapist, OT Qualifications: A current MD Occupational Therapist license....

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OT / Occupational Therapist - Home Health - PRN

  • Res-Care, Inc.
  • Hagerstown, MD (21 miles from Chambersburg, PA)
  • 21 days ago
  • Hagerstown, MD (21 miles from Chambersburg, PA)
  • 21 days ago

Benefits may vary by employment status Responsibilities As a Home Health Occupational Therapist, You will: Perform occupational therapy evaluation and treatment of patients based upon physician orders...

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Home Health Occupational Therapist

  • Mary Free Bed at Home
  • Shippensburg, PA (11 miles from Chambersburg, PA)
  • 21 days ago
  • Shippensburg, PA (11 miles from Chambersburg, PA)
  • 21 days ago

therapists with: Must possess a Bachelor of Science or Master's degree in Occupational Therapy from a school with an Occupational Therapy curriculum accredited jointly by the Council of Medical Education...

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Home Health Occupational Therapist - PRN

  • Advantage
  • Shippensburg, PA (11 miles from Chambersburg, PA)
  • 28 days ago
  • Shippensburg, PA (11 miles from Chambersburg, PA)
  • 28 days ago

Occupational Therapist; OT; OTR; Home Health; Occupational Therapist; OT; OTR; Home Health; Occupational Therapist; OT; OTR; Home Health; Occupational Therapist; OT; OTR; Home Health; #INDRPF...

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Occupational Therapist (OT)

  • Powerback
  • Chambersburg, PA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Chambersburg, PA
  • 30+ 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 (OT), Early Intervention

  • INVO Family of Companies
  • Chambersburg, PA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Chambersburg, PA
  • 30+ days ago

Join the Invo Healthcare team and make a difference as an Occupational Therapist specializing in early intervention....

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Occupational Therapist OT - Hand Therapy (CHT)

  • MedStar Health
  • Emmitsburg, MD (24 miles from Chambersburg, PA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Emmitsburg, MD (24 miles from Chambersburg, PA)
  • 30+ days ago

MedStar Health is looking for an Occupational Therapist (Hand Therapy) to join our team at MHPT @ Frederick!...

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Occupational Therapist, OT

  • InHome Therapy
  • Chambersburg, PA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Chambersburg, PA
  • 30+ days ago

InHome Therapy is hiring a licensed Occupational Therapist (OT) to serve adult and geriatric patients in their homes in and around Franklin County....

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Occupational Therapist (OT)

  • Panacea Health
  • Chambersburg, PA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Chambersburg, PA
  • 30+ days ago

Requirements of the Occupational Therapist (OT): Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program is required and must have a valid professional license by discipline for state of PA NEW GRADS...

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Occupational Therapist

  • CommuniCare Family of Companies
  • Hagerstown, MD (21 miles from Chambersburg, PA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Hagerstown, MD (21 miles from Chambersburg, PA)
  • 30+ days ago

Perform other duties as assigned QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS The Occupational Therapist must have a Bachelors and/or a Masters Degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program...

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Rehabilitation Specialist, Residential

  • Sheppard Pratt
  • Hagerstown, MD (21 miles from Chambersburg, PA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Hagerstown, MD (21 miles from Chambersburg, PA)
  • 30+ days ago

Residential Rehabilitation Program (RRP) services are designed for individuals with serious mental illness who have difficulty maintaining housing. Our team helps individuals obtain housing,...

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Rehabilitation Specialist, North Point Veterans Program- Hagerstown, MD (PRN)

  • Sheppard Pratt
  • Hagerstown, MD (21 miles from Chambersburg, PA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Hagerstown, MD (21 miles from Chambersburg, PA)
  • 60+ days ago

In this program, staff work with Veterans Affairs to serve homeless veterans and aide in re-establishing clients in the community. What to expect. This is a direct care opportunity to provide...

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Occupational Therapist (OT), Early Intervention

  • Invo Healthcare
  • Waynesboro, PA (9 miles from Chambersburg, PA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Waynesboro, PA (9 miles from Chambersburg, PA)
  • 60+ days ago

A Qualifications: Masteras degree in Occupational Therapy....

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Occupational Therapist

  • Keystone Health
  • Chambersburg, PA
  • 90+ days ago
  • Chambersburg, PA
  • 90+ days ago

Requirements: Graduate of an accredited program with a master's degree in occupational therapy. Must have a PA Occupational License or be eligible for Licensure in Occupational Therapy....

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Occupational Therapist

  • Meritus Health
  • Hagerstown, MD (21 miles from Chambersburg, PA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Hagerstown, MD (21 miles from Chambersburg, PA)
  • 90+ days ago

Under the supervision of the Program Manager and with clinical guidance from Occupational Therapy staff, the Occupational Therapist I is an entry-level role responsible for providing diagnostic and...

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Salary for Occupational Therapist Jobs in Chambersburg, PA

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

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



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