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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:

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.
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Job Title Examples:

Assistive Technology Trainer
Industrial Rehabilitation Consultant
Staff Therapist

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Wages & Outlook

 

Typical Wages   This career pays well above the median wage.

Wages listed below are for a variety of experience and education levels. Make sure that you research the typical entry-level education and work experience and training requirements for this occupation.

This career: $40.62
Statewide median: $24.25

 

This is a very high-wage career. It pays well above the statewide median wage.


Wages for Occupational Therapists *

Area Low Median High
U S
$38.8 $46.52 $52.29
Minnesota
$36.68 $40.62 $45.86
Central Minnesota
$37.82 $41.39 $48.49
Northeast Minnesota
$32.9 $38.14 $39.15
Northwest Minnesota
$33.19 $38.55 $43
Southeast Minnesota
$36.68 $39.5 $44.99
Southwest Minnesota
$33.93 $38.85 $40.53
Seven County Mpls-St Paul, MN
$37.12 $41.21 $47.08

* "Low" indicates 25% of workers earn less and 75% earn more.
"Median" indicates 50% of workers earn less and 50% earn more.
"High" indicates 75% of workers earn less and 25% earn more.

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Employment

In Minnesota, there are 2850 workers employed in this small career.

Where do Occupational Therapists most often work?

 

Current Demand

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