OT Jobs in Portsmouth, VA

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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Mental Health Therapist

  • Suffolk, VA (11 miles from Portsmouth, VA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Suffolk, VA (11 miles from Portsmouth, VA)
  • 30+ days ago

SonderMind is a leading mental health care platform revolutionizing therapy services. We are seeking compassionate and highly skilled licensed mental health therapists to join our expanding...

Permanent Allied-Occupational Therapist, Other

  • Norfolk, VA (5 miles from Portsmouth, VA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Norfolk, VA (5 miles from Portsmouth, VA)
  • 1 day ago

Occupational Therapist Join our team as an Occupational Therapist, where you will help individuals regain independence and improve their quality of life through customized therapeutic programs....

Travel Long Term Care (LTC) Occupational Therapist - $2,046 per week

  • Hampton, VA (14 miles from Portsmouth, VA)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Hampton, VA (14 miles from Portsmouth, VA)
  • 5 hours ago

Job Overview: We're seeking a dedicated Occupational Therapist (OT) to join a skilled nursing facility (SNF)....

Acute Care Occupational Therapist

  • Hampton, VA (14 miles from Portsmouth, VA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Hampton, VA (14 miles from Portsmouth, VA)
  • 1 day ago

Master's Degree in Occupational Therapy preferred, NBCOT (National Board Certification in Occupational Therapy)....

Occupational Therapist Home Health

  • Newport News, VA (17 miles from Portsmouth, VA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Newport News, VA (17 miles from Portsmouth, VA)
  • 2 days ago

Therapy experience (Preferred) Licenses and Certifications License Occupational Therapy (OT) - Virginia Department of Health Professions (VDHP) Upon Hire(Required) and CPR/BLS Certification - American...

Home Health Occupational Therapist

  • Smithfield, VA (21 miles from Portsmouth, VA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Smithfield, VA (21 miles from Portsmouth, VA)
  • 2 days ago

Smithfield, Virginia Overview An Occupational Therapist will follow appropriate practices to perform evaluations, timely re-evaluations and OASIS assessments, determine OT diagnoses, develop a plan...

Occupational Therapist (OT)

  • Newport News, VA (17 miles from Portsmouth, VA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Newport News, VA (17 miles from Portsmouth, VA)
  • 2 days ago

HealthPro Heritage Pediatrics has a Occupational Therapist (OT ) opportunity at our outpatient, pediatric clinic in Newport News, VA....

Virtual Occupational Therapist (OT) - Home Care

  • Chesapeake, VA (9 miles from Portsmouth, VA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Chesapeake, VA (9 miles from Portsmouth, VA)
  • 2 days ago

Occupational Therapist - Certifications - National Board Certification In Occupational Therapy (NBCOT) and license required in state of practice....

School-Based Occupational Therapist (OT) Near Chesapeake, VA

  • Chesapeake, VA (9 miles from Portsmouth, VA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Chesapeake, VA (9 miles from Portsmouth, VA)
  • 2 days ago

Category Schools - OT Job Type Contract Soliant is seeking a dedicated and licensed Occupational Therapist (OT) to join a school district near Chesapeake, Virginia for the 2024-2025 school year....

Occupational Therapist Needed Start This Fall in a Supportive School Team

  • Chesapeake, VA (9 miles from Portsmouth, VA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Chesapeake, VA (9 miles from Portsmouth, VA)
  • 2 days ago

Category Schools - OT Job Type Contract Occupational Therapist (OT) Full-Time Position - Guaranteed Hours, Weekly Direct Deposit (See the bottom of this post for how to apply) Position: Full-Time OT...

Occupational Therapist

  • Chesapeake, VA (9 miles from Portsmouth, VA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Chesapeake, VA (9 miles from Portsmouth, VA)
  • 2 days ago

Category Schools - OT Job Type Contract School-Based Occupational Therapist (OT) Location: Chesapeake, VA School Year: 2025-2026 Type: Full-Time | 37.5 Hours/Week | On-Site Soliant is seeking a dedicated...

Occupational Therapist

  • Virginia Beach, VA (21 miles from Portsmouth, VA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Virginia Beach, VA (21 miles from Portsmouth, VA)
  • 2 days ago

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE Required: State license as an Occupational Therapist. Preferred: Bachelor's Degree in occupational therapy. Experience as an occupational therapist....

School Occupational Therapist

  • Hampton, VA (14 miles from Portsmouth, VA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Hampton, VA (14 miles from Portsmouth, VA)
  • 3 days ago

Category Schools - OT Job Type Contract This opportunity is for a full-time Occupational Therapist to serve a K-12 caseload in a school setting located in Chesapeake, VA....

Occupational Therapist (Clinical Specialist)

  • Hampton, VA (14 miles from Portsmouth, VA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Hampton, VA (14 miles from Portsmouth, VA)
  • 4 days ago

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  • Norfolk, VA (5 miles from Portsmouth, VA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Norfolk, VA (5 miles from Portsmouth, VA)
  • 4 days ago

Ref #: C-OT- Profession: Occupational Therapy (OT) Job Type: Full-time Location: Norfolk, VA Start Date: ASAP Schedule:, 08:00 AM-04:30 PM Requirements: Valid Occupational Therapy state license or proof...

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Salary for OT Jobs in Portsmouth, VA

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for OT positions.



Highest Education Level

OTs in Portsmouth, VA offer the following education background
Master's Degree
48.0%
Bachelor's Degree
29.0%
Associate's Degree
9.2%
Doctorate Degree
9.0%
High School or GED
2.6%
Vocational Degree or Certification
2.0%
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 Portsmouth, VA
Less than 1 year
54.5%
None
27.3%
1-2 years
9.1%
2-4 years
9.1%