1. Skip to content
This career pays well above the median wage.    This career is projected to grow much faster than average.   

More

Occupational Therapists

Instruct patients on practices and equipment that can make daily living and working easier.

Quick Facts

Wages:

 Well above the statewide median
 $40.62 / hour    Read more about wages

Outlook:

 Well above statewide average
Growth rate:  17.5%    Read more about outlook

Education:

 Graduate degree (any type) is typically required.

On the Job:

 Typical Work Tasks
  • Prepare reports summarizing patient diagnostic or care activities.
  • Record patient medical histories.
  • Collaborate with healthcare professionals to plan or provide treatment.
  • Conduct research to increase knowledge about medical issues.
Read more about the job

Job Title Examples:

 Assistive Technology Trainer
Industrial Rehabilitation Consultant
Staff Therapist

See more job title examples

View All Career Information


 

O*NET in-it

This page includes information from the O*NET 24.2 Database by the U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration (USDOL/ETA). Used under the CC BY 4.0 license. O*NET® is a trademark of USDOL/ETA.


Source: You can learn about our data sources in the About Us section.

x

CAREERwise Newsletter

Sign up to receive email updates from CAREERwise.