OT Jobs in Tacoma, WA

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 (OT)

  • Puyallup, WA (6 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Puyallup, WA (6 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 30+ days ago

in Occupational Therapy. * The Occupational Therapist must hold a valid and unencumbered occupational therapy license as required in the state of practice....

Mental Health Therapist

  • Olalla, WA (13 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 16 days ago
  • Olalla, WA (13 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 16 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...

Licensed Mental Health Therapist

  • Tacoma, WA
  • 6 days ago
  • Tacoma, WA
  • 6 days ago

Join us at Lightheart Mental Health, a member of Transformations Care Network (TCN), as we embark on an exciting journey to empower Licensed Mental Health Therapists like you to make a difference...

Licensed Mental Health Therapist - Federal Way

  • Federal Way, WA (9 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Federal Way, WA (9 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 11 days ago

Join us at Lightheart Mental Health, a member of Transformations Care Network (TCN), as we embark on an exciting journey to empower Licensed Mental Health Therapists like you to make a difference...

Licensed Occupational Therapist OT - Care Coordination - PRN, Part-Time, or Full-Time

  • Renton, WA (17 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Renton, WA (17 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 4 days ago

Licensed Occupational Therapist (OT) - Care Coordination Program Occupational Therapy + Care Coordination: The Best of Both Worlds!...

Associate Mental Health Therapist (PT) - Federal Way

  • Federal Way, WA (9 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Federal Way, WA (9 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 5 days ago

Join us at Lightheart Mental Health, a member of Transformations Care Network (TCN), as we embark on an exciting journey to empower Associate Mental Health Therapists like you to make a difference...

Mental Health Therapist - Tacoma

  • Tacoma, WA
  • 9 days ago
  • Tacoma, WA
  • 9 days ago

Join us at Lightheart Mental Health, a member of Transformations Care Network (TCN), as we embark on an exciting journey to empower Mental Health Therapists like you to make a difference in the...

Permanent Allied-Occupational Therapist, Other

  • Puyallup, WA (6 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Puyallup, WA (6 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 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 Allied-Occupational Therapist, Rehab

  • Renton, WA (17 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Renton, WA (17 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 1 day ago

Occupational Therapist - Rehab We are seeking a compassionate and skilled Occupational Therapist to join our rehabilitation team....

Local Allied-Occupational Therapist, Other

  • Federal Way, WA (9 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Federal Way, WA (9 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 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 Occupational Therapist

  • Tukwila, WA (20 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Tukwila, WA (20 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 1 day ago

THE POSITION: Helps occupational therapy clients by providing rehabilitative services, under the direction of occupational therapists, to persons with mental, physical, emotional, or developmental impairments...

Occupational Therapist

  • Lacey, WA (22 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Lacey, WA (22 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 1 day ago

THE POSITION: Helps occupational therapy clients by providing rehabilitative services, under the direction of occupational therapists, to persons with mental, physical, emotional, or developmental impairments...

Occupational Therapist (OT) - School Based

  • Tacoma, WA
  • 13 hours ago
  • Tacoma, WA
  • 13 hours ago

Sunbelt Staffing is currently interviewing for a full-time OT to serve a school district in Tacoma, WA....

Occupational Therapist (OT) - School Based

  • Auburn, WA (9 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Auburn, WA (9 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 13 hours ago

Were seeking a full-time Occupational Therapist (OT) for a school-based position near Auburn, WA for the 20252026 school year....

On-Site Occupational Therapist - WA

  • Tacoma, WA
  • 13 hours ago
  • Tacoma, WA
  • 13 hours ago

Job Description: Sunbelt is currently hiring a School-Based Occupational Therapist (OT) near Tacoma, WA. In this role, the therapist will be servicing students for the full school year....

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Salary for OT Jobs in Tacoma, WA

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for OT positions.



Highest Education Level

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