Occupational Therapist Jobs in Nebraska
Occupational Therapist jobs in Nebraska are concentrated in Omaha, Lincoln, and Grand Island, where healthcare systems, school districts, and long-term care networks maintain steady hiring demand across experience levels from new graduates to seasoned clinicians. Large employers with a lasting Nebraska presence include Nebraska Medicine, Bryan Health, and CHI Health, all of which maintain consistent occupational therapist staffing needs across inpatient, pediatric, and rehabilitation settings. Pediatric therapy, hand therapy, and geriatric rehabilitation are the most in-demand specialties statewide. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Occupational Therapist (OT)
Angels Care Home Health
Why Choose Angels Care?
Angels Care has a simple philosophy: WE SERVE PATIENTS. Over the past 20+ years, we have grown to be one of the largest Home Health Care providers, with over 80 locations located throughout the US.
Angels Care Home Health is Nationally Recognized as a ‘Great Place to Work’!
We Offer:
- Monday through Friday Schedule
- Salary + Vehicle Allowance + On-Call Pay (Full Time)
- Full Health, Dental & Vision Benefits (Full Time)
- We offer comprehensive & competitive medical and dental benefits. There are multiple options for you to choose from so you can select a plan that works best for you.
- Generous Paid Time Off
- The flexibility of our PTO plan allows you to set your own priorities & use it for any number of events in your life.
- Extensive Training
- We encourage you to continue your professional development. Angels Care offers access to CEU portals at zero cost to you.
- Company Matched 401(k)
- We care about your financial well being and help contribute & plan for your future retirement goals.
- Career Advancement
- Angels Care has an ‘Internal Promotion’ first mentality. We want you to grow your career with us!
Functions:
- Perform clinical assessment; Identify patient needs and appropriateness of patient.
- Document, prepare, and complete a Plan of Care, progress notes, and other clinical record documentation on an ongoing basis.
- Revise the POC based on evaluation and ongoing assessment.
- Applies concepts of infection control and universal precautions in coordinating/performing patient care.
- Accepts clinical assignments that are consistent with education and competence to care for patients.
- Uses effective interpersonal relations and communication skills: facilitates the use of these skills by other team members to achieve desirable outcomes
- Assess physical, social, and cultural components of the patient’s occupational environment
Qualifications:
- Current state license as an Occupational Therapist
- Two years of experience as an Occupational Therapist
- Current CPR and Hepatitis profile.
- Knowledge of durable medical equipment
Angels Care is a Medicare Certified Home Health agency providing quality home health care services by offering caring, compassionate and cost-effective service focused on each patient’s unique needs. Under the direction of the physician, we administer medical services to the patient while strictly adhering to the physician’s plan of care.
We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.
Job Overview
- Date PostedAugust 24, 2026
- LocationUSA, NE, Kearney
- CategoryNebraska
- Expiration dateDecember 31, 2026
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What Nebraska Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in occupational therapist jobs across Nebraska.
- Active Nebraska occupational therapist license issued by the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services
- Master's or doctoral degree in occupational therapy from an accredited program
- Passing score on the NBCOT certification exam for registered occupational therapists
- Experience working in pediatric, rehabilitation, or geriatric care settings
- Ability to document treatment plans and progress notes in electronic health record systems
- Strong communication skills for coordinating care with physicians, families, and school teams
Occupational Therapist Jobs in Nebraska: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a occupational therapist in Nebraska?
To become an occupational therapist in Nebraska, you must complete an accredited master's or doctoral degree in occupational therapy, pass the NBCOT certification exam, and obtain a license through the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services Credentialing Division. Nebraska requires applicants to submit proof of education, examination results, and a completed application before practicing. Most Nebraska employers expect new graduates to apply for licensure before or immediately after their first day.
How much do occupational therapists make in Nebraska?
Occupational therapists in Nebraska earn a median of about $93,740 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $70,370 for the lowest 10% to over $107,780 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire occupational therapists in Nebraska?
Nebraska occupational therapist roles are posted by Evolve Therapy Services, Key Rehabilitation, and CenterWell and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Nebraska's largest hiring volume comes from hospital systems, school districts, and long-term care facilities concentrated in the Omaha and Lincoln metro areas.
Which Nebraska cities have the most occupational therapist jobs?
Lincoln, Omaha, and Atkinson have the most occupational therapist openings in Nebraska. Omaha drives the largest share of demand because it is home to Nebraska's biggest health systems and children's specialty hospitals, while Lincoln's mix of university health services, public schools, and regional medical centers supports consistent hiring, and smaller markets like Grand Island see demand from rural health networks and rehabilitation facilities serving the central part of the state.
Are there remote occupational therapist jobs in Nebraska?
Yes, but they're rare. Occupational therapy is a hands-on clinical field, so most roles require in-person patient contact. About 0% of occupational therapist openings tied to Nebraska are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and the positions that do qualify tend to involve telehealth consultations, care coordination, or administrative clinical roles rather than direct treatment.
How can I get hired as a occupational therapist in Nebraska with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying for new-graduate positions at Nebraska's major health systems, which regularly onboard candidates who have completed their Level II fieldwork in Nebraska settings. Nebraska Medicine and Bryan Health both offer structured new-grad onboarding for occupational therapists, and school districts across Lincoln Public Schools and Omaha Public Schools hire entry-level therapists each fall. A completed NBCOT credential and any Nebraska fieldwork experience in pediatric or rehabilitation settings gives candidates a meaningful edge over out-of-state applicants.
Where can I find and apply to occupational therapist jobs in Nebraska?
You can find and apply to occupational therapist jobs in Nebraska on Migrate Mate, which lists current Nebraska openings updated regularly. Search the listings, find roles that fit your specialty and experience level, and apply directly to the ones that match. No signup is required to search or apply.
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