OT Jobs in Mississippi

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 - Travel Contract

  • Jackson Therapy Partners
  • Columbus, MS
  • 17 hours ago
  • Columbus, MS
  • 17 hours ago

Make a meaningful difference as a travel Occupational Therapist in Columbus, MS....

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Occupational Therapist

  • Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Memphis, a partner of Methodist Healthcare
  • MS
  • 18 days ago
  • MS
  • 18 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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Occupational Therapist

  • West Tennessee Healthcare Rehabilitation Hospital Jackson, a partnership with Encompass Health
  • Corinth, MS
  • 15 days ago
  • Corinth, MS
  • 15 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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Occupational Therapist - Outpatient- MS Gulf Coast

  • Ochsner Clinic Foundation
  • Bay St Louis, MS
  • 3 hours ago
  • Bay St Louis, MS
  • 3 hours ago

Education Required - Bachelor's degree in occupational therapy. Work Experience Required - None....

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Occupational Therapist, Full-Time New Albany, MS

  • Mid South Rehab - Master
  • New Albany, MS
  • 2 days ago
  • New Albany, MS
  • 2 days ago

Graduate from an accredited Occupational Therapy Program with a Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Doctorate degree in Occupational Therapy....

In Person Full Time

Mississippi (remote) - Occupational therapist

  • Presence
  • MS
  • 2 days ago
  • MS
  • 2 days ago

What youll do Provide direct occupational therapy services Complete comprehensive case reports Exercise strong communication and relationship-building skills to collaborate with onsite school personnel...

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Occupational Therapist - Pediatrics

  • Encore Rehabilitation
  • MS
  • 4 days ago
  • MS
  • 4 days ago

QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION: The Registered Occupational Therapist has satisfactorily completed an Occupational Therapy curriculum approved by the American Occupational Therapy Association....

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Occupational Therapist

  • Genesis Healthcare
  • MS
  • 5 days ago
  • MS
  • 5 days ago

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Occupational Therapist

  • Reliant Rehabilitation
  • Pascagoula, MS
  • 6 days ago
  • Pascagoula, 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 - PRN - Ochsner Rush Medical Center

  • Ochsner Health
  • MS
  • 8 days ago
  • MS
  • 8 days ago

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Rehabilitation Specialist III

  • State of Mississippi
  • Jackson, MS
  • 9 days ago
  • Jackson, MS
  • 9 days ago

Characteristics of Work See MSPB Careers for information regarding this classifications Health/Prescription Insurance Eligible employees have the opportunity to participate in the state's health...

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Director of Rehab- Occupational Therapist Indianola, MS

  • MID SOUTH REHAB - MASTER
  • Indianola, MS
  • 11 days ago
  • Indianola, MS
  • 11 days ago

a Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctorate degree in Occupational Therapy....

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Occupational Therapist Full-Time

  • Mississippi Methodist Senior Services
  • Columbus, MS
  • 12 days ago
  • Columbus, MS
  • 12 days ago

The Occupational Therapist participates as a member of the interdisciplinary team providing support and information within the area of occupational therapy....

In Person Full Time

Occupational Therapist Clarksdale & Batesville, Mississippi Full-Time Incentives Available

  • Mid South Rehab - Master
  • Clarksdale, MS
  • 13 days ago
  • Clarksdale, MS
  • 13 days ago

Graduate from an accredited Occupational Therapy Program with a Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Doctorate degree in Occupational Therapy....

In Person Full Time

Occupational Therapist Batesville & Clarksdale, Mississippi Full-Time Incentives Available

  • Mid South Rehab - Master
  • Batesville, MS
  • 13 days ago
  • Batesville, MS
  • 13 days ago

Graduate from an accredited Occupational Therapy Program with a Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Doctorate degree in Occupational Therapy....

In Person Full Time

Demographic Data for Mississippi

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Salary for OT Jobs in Mississippi

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireTherapy research efforts.


Highest Education Level

OTs in Mississippi 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 Mississippi
Less than 1 year
54.5%
None
27.3%
1-2 years
9.1%
2-4 years
9.1%