Occupational Therapist Jobs in Maine

Occupational Therapist jobs in Maine are concentrated in Portland, Bangor, and Augusta, where demand runs from pediatric and school-based roles to geriatric rehabilitation and acute care. MaineHealth, Northern Light Health, and Sweetser are among the anchor systems and behavioral health organizations with consistent occupational therapist openings. Pediatrics, hand therapy, and inpatient rehabilitation are the specialties drawing the most sustained hiring activity across the state. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.

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Overview

Open roles29
Top employerPreferred Therapy Solutions
Top cityBangor, ME
Cities hiring19
Work type100% On-site
Top industryHealthcare

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Andwell Health Partners
Occupational Therapist
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Occupational Therapist
Andwell Health Partners
Lewiston, Maine
Healthcare Administration
Occupational Therapy
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$33.29 - $49.52/hr
CPR Certification

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Pinnacle Health & Rehab at Sanford
Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant/ OT
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Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant/ OT
Pinnacle Health & Rehab at Sanford
Sanford, Maine
Corporate Training
Corporate Training & Learning Development
Teaching & Instruction
$35 - $40/hr
51-200

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Preferred Therapy Solutions
Occupational Therapist (OT/OTR) Full Time
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Occupational Therapist (OT/OTR) Full Time
Preferred Therapy Solutions
Brunswick, Maine
Healthcare Administration
Occupational Therapy
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$34 - $44/hr
1,001-5,000

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Reliant Rehabilitation
Occupational Therapist
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Occupational Therapist
Reliant Rehabilitation
Waterville, Maine
Administrative & Office Support
Customer Service
Human Resources
$43 - $60/hr
5,001-10,000

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Travel Therapist-OT-Occupational Therapist in Skowhegan, Maine
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Voyage Health
Skowhegan, Maine
Healthcare Administration
Occupational Therapy
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$2,012 - $2,118/yr

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Occupational Therapist Jobs by City in Maine

Where Maine roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Bangor
6 jobs
Norway
2 jobs
Portland
2 jobs
Brunswick
2 jobs
Skowhegan
2 jobs
Waterville
2 jobs
Camden
1 job
Gorham
1 job
Orland
1 job

Occupational Therapist Job Market in Maine

A snapshot from current Maine openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • Preferred Therapy Solutions
    Preferred Therapy Solutions10
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    Voyage Health4
  • Rehab Without Walls
    Rehab Without Walls3
  • Saco Bay Orthopedic and Sports Physical Therapy
    Saco Bay Orthopedic and Sports Physical Therapy3
  • R
    RSU 211

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services

What Maine Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in occupational therapist jobs across Maine.

  • Active Maine occupational therapist license issued by the Maine Board of Occupational Therapy Practice
  • Master's or doctoral degree in occupational therapy from an accredited program
  • Passage of the NBCOT certification examination prior to or upon licensure
  • Experience in a clinical specialty such as pediatrics, hand therapy, or inpatient rehab
  • Strong documentation skills and proficiency with electronic health record systems
  • Current CPR or BLS certification required by most Maine clinical employers

Occupational Therapist Jobs in Maine: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a occupational therapist in Maine?

To become an occupational therapist in Maine, you must earn a master's or doctoral degree from an accredited occupational therapy program, complete the required fieldwork hours, and pass the NBCOT certification exam. After passing, you apply for licensure through the Maine Board of Occupational Therapy Practice, which issues the state license required to practice. Maine does not participate in a reciprocity compact, so out-of-state applicants must apply directly to the Board for licensure by endorsement.

How much do occupational therapists make in Maine?

Occupational therapists in Maine earn a median of about $84,310 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $63,750 for the lowest 10% to over $114,100 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire occupational therapists in Maine?

Maine occupational therapist roles are posted by Preferred Therapy Solutions, Voyage Health, and Rehab Without Walls and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Maine's hiring is anchored by large integrated health systems and specialty behavioral health and rehabilitation organizations that maintain consistent year-round openings across the state.

Which Maine cities have the most occupational therapist jobs?

Bangor, Norway, and Portland have the most occupational therapist openings in Maine. Portland drives volume as the state's largest metro and home to MaineHealth's flagship facilities, while Bangor is anchored by Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center and its affiliated outpatient network, and Augusta reflects demand from state government facilities, behavioral health providers, and the nearby Togus VA campus.

Are there remote occupational therapist jobs in Maine?

Yes, but they're rare. Occupational therapy is a hands-on clinical discipline, so the vast majority of roles require in-person patient contact. About 0% of occupational therapist openings tied to Maine are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those positions tend to be in telehealth evaluation, care coordination, or program consultation roles rather than direct treatment.

How can I get hired as a occupational therapist in Maine with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is applying directly to new-graduate positions at MaineHealth or Northern Light Health, both of which onboard new OTs into structured orientation programs across their acute, outpatient, and long-term care settings. School districts across Maine, including Portland Public Schools and RSU systems statewide, regularly hire entry-level occupational therapists for school-based roles. Completing your Level II fieldwork at a Maine facility and obtaining your Maine Board license before you graduate gives you a measurable edge over candidates still awaiting credentialing.

Where can I find and apply to occupational therapist jobs in Maine?

You can find and apply to occupational therapist jobs in Maine on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from Maine employers. Search by city or specialty to narrow to roles that fit your background, then apply directly to the positions that match. No signup is required to see the listings.

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