Occupational Therapist Jobs in Appleton, WI

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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Home Health - Occupational Therapist - OT

  • Compassus
  • Neenah, WI (9 miles from Appleton, WI)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Neenah, WI (9 miles from Appleton, WI)
  • 1 hour ago

Therapy Current State License as an Occupational Therapist Valid Driver's License Current CPR, negative TB screen and Hepatitis consent/declination Two years' experience as an Occupational Therapist...

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Occupational Therapist (OT) PRN

  • Hospital Sisters Health System Rehabilitation Hospital
  • Howard, WI (24 miles from Appleton, WI)
  • 1 day ago
  • Howard, WI (24 miles from Appleton, WI)
  • 1 day ago

How you'll Contribute The Occupational Therapist (OT) provides occupational therapy evaluations, modalities, and treatments as prescribed by a licensed physician in an effort to restore function and...

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Occupational Therapist (PRN)

  • Rennes Group
  • Appleton, WI
  • 2 days ago
  • Appleton, WI
  • 2 days ago

The Registered Occupational Therapist will provide diagnostic evaluations and treatment to assigned patients....

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Home Health Occupational Therapist OT Part Time

  • Aveanna Healthcare
  • Appleton, WI
  • 4 days ago
  • Appleton, WI
  • 4 days ago

Requirements: Degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited university/program....

In Person Part Time

Occupational Therapist - Outpatient

  • Advocate Aurora Health
  • Green Bay, WI (22 miles from Appleton, WI)
  • 7 days ago
  • Green Bay, WI (22 miles from Appleton, WI)
  • 7 days ago

Department: 37545 BayCare Leased Employees - Outpatient Rehabilitation: 1160 Kepler Status: Full time Benefits Eligible: Yes Hou rs Per Week: 40 Schedule Details/Additional Information: Hours may...

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Pediatric Occupational Therapist (OT) - Prevea Outpatient

  • Hospital Sisters Health System - Corporate
  • De Pere, WI (16 miles from Appleton, WI)
  • 11 days ago
  • De Pere, WI (16 miles from Appleton, WI)
  • 11 days ago

HSHS/Prevea is seeking an Occupational Therapist (OT) to join our outpatient pediatrics team....

In Person Full Time

Occupational Therapist II, CI

  • State of Maryland
  • Howard, WI (24 miles from Appleton, WI)
  • 12 days ago
  • Howard, WI (24 miles from Appleton, WI)
  • 12 days ago

This position may oversee the work of Occupational Therapy Assistants and support staff....

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Occupational Therapist - PRN

  • Aegis
  • Appleton, WI
  • 13 days ago
  • Appleton, WI
  • 13 days ago

If you enjoy working in geriatrics and have a current Occupational Therapy license, we would like to discuss what is most important to you....

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Travel Occupational Therapist - $2,250 per week

  • SkyBridge Healthcare Therapy
  • Green Bay, WI (22 miles from Appleton, WI)
  • 18 days ago
  • Green Bay, WI (22 miles from Appleton, WI)
  • 18 days ago

Description SkyBridge Healthcare Therapy is seeking a travel Occupational Therapist for a travel job in Chippewa, Wisconsin....

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Pediatric Occupational Therapist

  • HSHS
  • De Pere, WI (16 miles from Appleton, WI)
  • 23 days ago
  • De Pere, WI (16 miles from Appleton, WI)
  • 23 days ago

HSHS/Prevea is seeking an Occupational Therapist (OT) to join our outpatient pediatrics team....

In Person Full Time

Occupational Therapist (OT)

  • Eden Senior Care
  • Omro, WI (24 miles from Appleton, WI)
  • 24 days ago
  • Omro, WI (24 miles from Appleton, WI)
  • 24 days ago

Valid license to practice occupational therapy. BS degree or greater in occupational therapy....

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PRN Occupational Therapist

  • Eden Senior Care
  • Oshkosh, WI (16 miles from Appleton, WI)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Oshkosh, WI (16 miles from Appleton, WI)
  • 30+ days ago

therapist Excellent knowledge of principles and practices of occupational therapy Familiarity with ADLs evaluation tools ( e.g....

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Occupational Therapist

  • CESA 6
  • Oshkosh, WI (16 miles from Appleton, WI)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Oshkosh, WI (16 miles from Appleton, WI)
  • 30+ days ago

Supervise occupational therapist assistants and occupational therapist assistant interns as assigned....

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Occupational Therapist - Inpatient/Acute Care - PRN

  • HSHS
  • Green Bay, WI (22 miles from Appleton, WI)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Green Bay, WI (22 miles from Appleton, WI)
  • 30+ days ago

Vincent Hospital is seeking a Occupational Therapist (OT) to join our inpatient/acute care team....

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Occupational Therapist, Home Health - OT

  • Hospice Compassus
  • Neenah, WI (9 miles from Appleton, WI)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Neenah, WI (9 miles from Appleton, WI)
  • 30+ days ago

Therapy Current State License as an Occupational Therapist Valid Drivers License Current CPR, negative TB screen and Hepatitis consent/declination Two years experience as an Occupational Therapist...

In Person

Demographic Data for Appleton, WI

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Salary for Occupational Therapist Jobs in Appleton, WI

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Highest Education Level

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



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