Occupational Therapist Jobs in Maryland

Occupational Therapist jobs in Maryland are concentrated in the Baltimore metro, Washington D.C. suburbs, and Annapolis, where health systems such as Johns Hopkins Health System, University of Maryland Medical System, and MedStar Health maintain large rehabilitation and outpatient programs. Demand is strongest in pediatric OT, hand therapy, and geriatric rehabilitation, with openings at every level from new graduate to seasoned clinical specialist. Maryland ranks among the more active mid-Atlantic markets for occupational therapists, driven by its dense hospital network and aging population. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.

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Overview

Open roles104+
Top employerBAYADA Home Health Care
Top cityBaltimore, MD
Cities hiring54
Work type100% On-site
Top industryHealthcare

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Occupational Therapist (OT/OTR-L) – New Graduates Welcome
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Occupational Therapist (OT/OTR-L) – New Graduates Welcome
Lymph Fit Center
Columbia, Maryland
Healthcare Administration
Mental & Behavioral Health
Social Work & Counseling
$35.25 - $42.46/hr
On-Site

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Occupational Therapist - School
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Occupational Therapist - School
American Traveler
Lanham, Maryland
Healthcare Administration
Occupational Therapy
Patient Services & Wellbeing
501-1,000

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Occupational Therapist
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Occupational Therapist
HomeCentris Healthcare
Owings Mills, Maryland
Healthcare Administration
Occupational Therapy
Patient Services & Wellbeing

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FY27: Occupational Therapist, Physical Disabilities Services, 1.0 FTE
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FY27: Occupational Therapist, Physical Disabilities Services, 1.0 FTE
Montgomery County Public Schools, MD
Rockville, Maryland
Healthcare Administration
Mental & Behavioral Health
Social Work & Counseling
$65k - $131k/yr
Bachelor's degree

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School-Based Occupational Therapist (OT)
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School-Based Occupational Therapist (OT)
Strides Therapy & Educational Services
Maryland
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Social Work & Counseling
$62 - $66/hr
Doctoral degree
1-50

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Occupational Therapist Jobs by City in Maryland

Where Maryland roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Rockville
10 jobs
Columbia
5 jobs
Towson
3 jobs
Annapolis
3 jobs
Frederick
3 jobs
Cumberland
3 jobs
Leonardtown
3 jobs
Ellicott City
3 jobs

Occupational Therapist Job Market in Maryland

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

Who's Hiring

BAYADA Home Health Care8 open roles
Optum6 open roles
Ultimate Therapy6 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services
  • Insurance

What Maryland Employers Look For

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

  • Active occupational therapist license issued or recognized by the Maryland Board of Occupational Therapy Practice
  • Master's or doctoral degree in occupational therapy from an accredited program
  • Passing score on the NBCOT certification examination
  • Current CPR and Basic Life Support certification
  • Experience in a specialty area such as pediatrics, hand therapy, or geriatric rehabilitation
  • Strong documentation skills and familiarity with electronic medical records systems

Occupational Therapist Jobs in Maryland: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a occupational therapist in Maryland?

To practice as an occupational therapist in Maryland, you must hold an active license from the Maryland Board of Occupational Therapy Practice. That requires graduating from an accredited master's or doctoral OT program, completing the required supervised fieldwork hours, and passing the NBCOT certification examination. Once licensed, you renew every two years and must complete continuing education units as specified by the Board.

How much do occupational therapists make in Maryland?

Occupational therapists in Maryland earn a median of about $106,980 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $76,650 for the lowest 10% to over $132,300 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire occupational therapists in Maryland?

Maryland occupational therapist roles are posted by BAYADA Home Health Care, Optum, and Ultimate Therapy and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Maryland's concentration of large academic medical centers, regional rehabilitation networks, and pediatric specialty hospitals means consistent hiring across inpatient, outpatient, and home health settings throughout the state.

Which Maryland cities have the most occupational therapist jobs?

Baltimore, Rockville, and Columbia lead Maryland for occupational therapist openings right now. Baltimore anchors the market thanks to its cluster of academic medical centers and rehabilitation facilities, while the suburban Washington D.C. corridor, including cities like Silver Spring and Rockville, generates strong demand from both hospital systems and private outpatient clinics serving dense residential communities.

Are there remote occupational therapist jobs in Maryland?

Yes, but they're rare. Occupational therapy is fundamentally a hands-on clinical profession, so the large majority of positions require in-person patient care. About 0% of occupational therapist openings tied to Maryland are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, and those tend to be in care coordination, telehealth follow-up consultations, or program management roles rather than direct treatment.

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

The most realistic entry path is applying for new-graduate positions within large Maryland health systems, which regularly onboard entry-level OTs and pair them with experienced clinical mentors. Johns Hopkins Health System and University of Maryland Medical System both offer structured new-graduate and residency programs in specialty areas. Completing Level II fieldwork rotations at Maryland facilities is a practical advantage, and holding an active NBCOT certification before your Maryland license arrives makes you immediately competitive for these roles.

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

You can find and apply to occupational therapist jobs in Maryland on Migrate Mate, which lists current Maryland openings across health systems, outpatient clinics, schools, and home health agencies. Search the listings to find roles that fit your specialty and experience level, then apply directly to the ones that match.

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