Mid Level Occupational Therapist Jobs
Mid level occupational therapist jobs go to clinicians ready to manage complex caseloads independently, mentor newer staff, and take clinical ownership with minimal supervision. Openings run across on-site, hybrid, and remote settings in Healthcare & Medical Services, Education, and Science & Research, with employers like UPMC, Saint Luke's, and Sutter Health hiring at this level now.
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Job Location (Full Address):
601 Elmwood Ave, Rochester, New York, United States of America, 14642
Opening:
Worker Subtype:
Regular
Time Type:
Full time
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40
Department:
500327 PMR Inpatient OT
Work Shift:
UR - Day (United States of America)
Range:
UR URCD 214
Compensation Range:
$75,920.00 - $102,502.00
The referenced pay range represents the minimum and maximum compensation for this job. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates will be set within the job's compensation range, and will be determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, market data, education, experience, qualifications, expertise of the individual, and internal equity considerations.
Responsibilities:
Plans and carries out programs of occupational therapy for individuals based on the diagnosis and evaluation of the physician to facilitate rehabilitation of the mentally or physically ill patients.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Evaluates the patients’ functional abilities and disabilities by tests, observations and information provided by family members, physician, nursing staff and others.
- Plans treatment programs of therapy involving activities such as and, exercise, functional activity, self-care tasks, home management tasks, vocational and prevocational skills to help patients regain physical or mental functioning or adjust to their handicaps.
- Educates patients and families in self-care technique, home modification, therapeutic exercise and activity, use of equipment and other relevant areas important for patient functioning and wellbeing.
- Implements treatment programs of therapy involving activities such as and, exercise, functional activity, self-care tasks, home management tasks, vocational and prevocational skills to help patients regain physical or mental functioning or adjust to their handicaps.
- Communication with other team members throughout the hospital related to patient progress, therapy recommendations and barriers to discharge.
- Maintains required patient and department records.
- Keeps abreast of issues and changes in the field by reading and attending professional meetings and seminars.
- Other duties as assigned
MINIMUM EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
- Graduation from curriculum approved by the Council on Medical Education of the American Medical Association in collaboration with the American Occupational Therapy Association and completion of both didactic and clinical work required
- Or equivalent combination of education and experience
- 3 years of progressively responsible professional work experience in an Occupational Therapist role required
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS
- Occupational Therapist-NY upon hire required
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Mid Level Occupational Therapist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a mid level occupational therapist job?
Position yourself by leading with clinical autonomy and outcomes rather than task lists. Highlight cases where you managed a caseload independently, adapted treatment plans without prompting, or contributed to program decisions. Emphasize any specialization you have built, such as pediatrics, hand therapy, or neurorehabilitation, and show concrete results from your patient work to stand out from early-career applicants.
Which companies hire mid level occupational therapists?
Companies hiring mid level occupational therapists right now include UPMC, Saint Luke's, and Sutter Health, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Hiring at this level covers hospital systems, outpatient rehabilitation practices, school districts, and home health agencies, all of which typically need clinicians who can carry a full caseload without close supervision.
Are there remote mid level occupational therapist jobs?
Yes, though most occupational therapist roles still require in-person patient contact. About 0% of mid level occupational therapist openings are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, covering areas like telehealth consultations, care coordination, and clinical documentation roles that don't require direct hands-on treatment every shift.
How do I move up to a mid level occupational therapist role?
Growth from entry level to mid level comes from accumulating meaningful clinical responsibility over time. Focus on deepening your skills in one or two practice areas, volunteering for more complex cases, and demonstrating that you can work without close supervision. Taking on small mentorship duties, contributing to department initiatives, and building a record of measurable patient outcomes signals readiness for mid level work.
Which industries hire the most mid level occupational therapists?
Mid Level occupational therapist roles concentrate in Healthcare & Medical Services, Education, and Science & Research, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. These sectors drive hiring at the mid level because they need clinicians experienced enough to manage varied caseloads independently, support interdisciplinary teams, and deliver consistent outcomes without requiring heavy day-to-day oversight.