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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Licensed Mental Health Therapist

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

Licensed Mental Health Therapist (LMHT) Wage: Between $120-$131 an hour Licensed Mental Health Therapist Are you ready to launch or expand your private practice? Headway is here to help you start...

Licensed Mental Health Therapist (Virtual)

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

Licensed Mental Health Therapist (LMHT) Wage: Between $120-$131 an hour Licensed Mental Health Therapist Are you ready to launch or expand your private practice? Headway is here to help you start...

Licensed Mental Health Counselor

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

Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) Wage: Between $120-$131 an hour Licensed Mental Health Counselor Are you ready to launch or expand your private practice? Headway is here to help you start...

Licensed Mental Health Counselor (Virtual)

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

Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) Wage: Between $120-$131 an hour Licensed Mental Health Counselor Are you ready to launch or expand your private practice? Headway is here to help you start...

Mental Health Therapist

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

Occupational Therapist

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

Overview Setting: Home Health Compensation: $1,972 - $2,312 estimated weekly pay Start: ASAP | open to 1-2 months out Duration: 13 weeks | potential to extend Guaranteed Hours: 40 Benefits: Blue...

Travel Allied-Occupational Therapist, Other

  • Portsmouth, VA
  • 16 days ago
  • Portsmouth, VA
  • 16 days 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....

Occupational Therapist

  • Portsmouth, VA
  • 16 days ago
  • Portsmouth, VA
  • 16 days ago

We are seeking a Occupational Therapist for a travel assignment in Portsmouth Virginia. At TotalMed, our aim is to be the last company you ever work with....

Mental Health Counselor (MHC) 7a-7p

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

Responsibilities About Universal Health Services One of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (NYSE: UHS) has built...

School Based Occupational Therapist (OT) - Full Time

  • Virginia Beach, VA (21 miles from Portsmouth, VA)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Virginia Beach, VA (21 miles from Portsmouth, VA)
  • 9 hours ago

School Based Occupational Therapist (OT) - Full Time Virginia Beach, VA 23456 Posted: 06/15/2025 Disciplines: Occupational Therapist Job Number: 58952 Job Description Invo Healthcare is the nation's...

Travel Occupational Therapist - $1,734 per week

  • Virginia Beach, VA (21 miles from Portsmouth, VA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Virginia Beach, VA (21 miles from Portsmouth, VA)
  • 1 day ago

LRS Healthcare - Allied is seeking a travel Occupational Therapist for a travel job in Virginia Beach, Virginia....

Travel Occupational Therapist - $1,952 per week

  • Portsmouth, VA
  • 1 day ago
  • Portsmouth, VA
  • 1 day ago

LRS Healthcare - Allied is seeking a travel Occupational Therapist for a travel job in Portsmouth, Virginia....

Occupational Therapist (OT)

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

Qualifications: Master's Degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program Current Occupational Therapist license in VA Previous school experience preferred What We Offer: Competitive pay, Benefits...

Occupational Therapist - Skilled - (OT)

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

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Home Health Occupational Therapist - $63+ per visit

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

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

Demographic Data for Portsmouth, VA

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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
47.9%
Bachelor's Degree
29.0%
Associate's Degree
9.3%
Doctorate Degree
8.9%
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%