OT Jobs in Biloxi, MS

An Occupational Therapist (OT) plays a crucial role in the therapy industry by helping individuals of all ages to regain, develop, or maintain the skills they need to perform daily tasks, after being affected by physical, mental or emotional challenges. This includes working with children with disabilities to participate in school and social situations, helping people recover from injury, or providing support for older adults experiencing physical and cognitive changes. OTs develop treatment plans and therapeutic interventions tailored to their client's individual needs and goals, enabling them to live independently and enjoy a better quality of life.

Important skills for an OT include strong communication and interpersonal skills, flexibility, creativity, and a deep understanding of the physical and psychological aspects of illness and injury. They should have a master's or doctoral degree in occupational therapy, and be licensed to practice, which involves passing the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT) exam. Prior to becoming an OT, a person may work as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA), a physical therapy aide, or a rehabilitation aide.

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Occupational Therapist

  • Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital, a partner of Memorial Hospital at Gulfport
  • Moss Point, MS (23 miles from Biloxi, MS)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Moss Point, MS (23 miles from Biloxi, MS)
  • 2 hours 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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Occupational Therapist

  • Reliant Rehabilitation
  • Pascagoula, MS (21 miles from Biloxi, MS)
  • 6 days ago
  • Pascagoula, MS (21 miles from Biloxi, MS)
  • 6 days ago

Responsibilities Occupational Therapist Summary: Provide occupational therapy (OT) and related services for patients while maintaining positive levels of interaction with facilities and clients in accordance...

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Occupational Therapist

  • Genesis Healthcare
  • Pass Christian, MS (22 miles from Biloxi, MS)
  • 7 days ago
  • Pass Christian, MS (22 miles from Biloxi, MS)
  • 7 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

  • Gulfport, MS (10 miles from Biloxi, MS)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Gulfport, MS (10 miles from Biloxi, MS)
  • 30+ 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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PRN Occupational Therapist - 1 to 2 days per week

  • United Health Group
  • Biloxi, MS
  • 90+ days ago
  • Biloxi, MS
  • 90+ days ago

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

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Demographic Data for Biloxi, MS

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Salary for OT Jobs in Biloxi, MS

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Highest Education Level

OTs in Biloxi, MS 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 OTs in Biloxi, MS
Less than 1 year
54.5%
None
27.3%
1-2 years
9.1%
2-4 years
9.1%

Qualifications / Skill Sets

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