Occupational Therapist Jobs in Nevada
Occupational Therapist jobs in Nevada are actively hiring, with demand concentrated in hospital systems, skilled nursing facilities, pediatric clinics, and school districts. Las Vegas, Henderson, and Reno account for the bulk of openings, where employers like Valley Health System, Renown Health, and Select Medical maintain consistent occupational therapist rosters. The most in-demand specialties are pediatric OT, hand therapy, and acute care rehabilitation. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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General Purpose
The Staff Occupational Therapist evaluates and treats residents, communicates with families, physicians and other health team members, and maintains documentation of services in the medical records. Conducts in-services and training for facility staff on an ongoing basis.
Essential Duties
- Evaluate residents to determine occupational therapy needs, functional limitations, and rehabilitation potential in accordance with physician orders and facility policies.
- Develop, implement, and update individualized treatment plans to improve mobility, strength, balance, endurance, and functional independence.
- Assist nursing department with training of Restorative Aides.
- Supervise Occupational Therapy Assistants in direct resident care and resident related activities, following state practice act.
- Communicate regularly with physicians, nursing staff, interdisciplinary team members, residents, and families regarding progress, goals, and discharge planning.
- Participates in Resident Care conferences, Utilization Review meetings, and Rehabilitation meetings as needed.
- Provides in-services on training programs for other staff in the facility as needed.
- Complete timely, accurate, and compliant documentation in accordance with facility, governmental, and third-party payer requirements.
- Maintain a safe treatment environment by following infection control, safety, and equipment maintenance protocols.
- Educate residents, families, and caregivers on treatment goals, home exercise programs, maintenance programs, safety techniques, and fall prevention strategies.
- Recommend and facilitate the ordering of necessary durable medical equipment for residents to facilitate independence in ADLs; i.e., adaptive equipment, splints, assistive devices, elevated toilet seats, and grab bars.
- Must maintain confidentiality of residents' information as well as company information.
- Report any problems with department equipment so that it is maintained in good working order.
- Contribute to quality assurance, performance improvement initiatives, and facility rehabilitation program development as assigned.
- Ability to relate positively, effectively, and appropriately with residents/residents, families, staff, and professional colleagues.
Supervisory Requirements
Supervises Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants (COTA), aides, and students.
Qualification
Education and/or Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Therapy, prefer graduates of Masters or Doctorate Program in Occupational Therapy. Proficient in computer skills such as inputting data into programs for Net Health and Point Click Care.
Language Skills
Ability to read technical procedures. Ability to read and comprehend policy and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond
to questions from managers, coworkers and families.
Mathematical Skills
Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situations.
Reasoning Ability
Ability to solve practical problems. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
Licensed as an Occupational Therapist in the state. Employee must meet continuing education requirements per state practices. Must maintain a license in good standing at all times with the state board. Determine additional certification as appropriate per facility. CPR certification, if required by licensure.
Physical Demands
The essential functions of this position require the ability to stand and walk frequently and sit occasionally, as well as occasionally climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl as needed to provide resident care and operate equipment. The position requires the ability to reach, push, pull, lift, and manipulate objects and equipment, with exertion that may occasionally exceed 100 pounds, frequently exceed 50 pounds, or constantly exceed 20 pounds to safely move residents or equipment. Effective communication, including talking and hearing, is required to interact with residents, families, and the healthcare team. The ability to perceive and respond to environmental cues, including tactile, auditory, and visual information, is essential for safe and effective resident care. Other essential functions include assisting, supporting, and transporting residents in accordance with safe resident handling practices.
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job, in compliance with applicable federal and state laws.
The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate.
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, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status.
General Purpose
The Staff Occupational Therapist evaluates and treats residents, communicates with families, physicians and other health team members, and maintains documentation of services in the medical records. Conducts in-services and training for facility staff on an ongoing basis.
Essential Duties
- Evaluate residents to determine occupational therapy needs, functional limitations, and rehabilitation potential in accordance with physician orders and facility policies.
- Develop, implement, and update individualized treatment plans to improve mobility, strength, balance, endurance, and functional independence.
- Assist nursing department with training of Restorative Aides.
- Supervise Occupational Therapy Assistants in direct resident care and resident related activities, following state practice act.
- Communicate regularly with physicians, nursing staff, interdisciplinary team members, residents, and families regarding progress, goals, and discharge planning.
- Participates in Resident Care conferences, Utilization Review meetings, and Rehabilitation meetings as needed.
- Provides in-services on training programs for other staff in the facility as needed.
- Complete timely, accurate, and compliant documentation in accordance with facility, governmental, and third-party payer requirements.
- Maintain a safe treatment environment by following infection control, safety, and equipment maintenance protocols.
- Educate residents, families, and caregivers on treatment goals, home exercise programs, maintenance programs, safety techniques, and fall prevention strategies.
- Recommend and facilitate the ordering of necessary durable medical equipment for residents to facilitate independence in ADLs; i.e., adaptive equipment, splints, assistive devices, elevated toilet seats, and grab bars.
- Must maintain confidentiality of residents' information as well as company information.
- Report any problems with department equipment so that it is maintained in good working order.
- Contribute to quality assurance, performance improvement initiatives, and facility rehabilitation program development as assigned.
- Ability to relate positively, effectively, and appropriately with residents/residents, families, staff, and professional colleagues.
Supervisory Requirements
Supervises Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants (COTA), aides, and students.
Qualification
Education and/or Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Therapy, prefer graduates of Masters or Doctorate Program in Occupational Therapy. Proficient in computer skills such as inputting data into programs for Net Health and Point Click Care.
Language Skills
Ability to read technical procedures. Ability to read and comprehend policy and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond
to questions from managers, coworkers and families.
Mathematical Skills
Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situations.
Reasoning Ability
Ability to solve practical problems. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
Licensed as an Occupational Therapist in the state. Employee must meet continuing education requirements per state practices. Must maintain a license in good standing at all times with the state board. Determine additional certification as appropriate per facility. CPR certification, if required by licensure.
Physical Demands
The essential functions of this position require the ability to stand and walk frequently and sit occasionally, as well as occasionally climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl as needed to provide resident care and operate equipment. The position requires the ability to reach, push, pull, lift, and manipulate objects and equipment, with exertion that may occasionally exceed 100 pounds, frequently exceed 50 pounds, or constantly exceed 20 pounds to safely move residents or equipment. Effective communication, including talking and hearing, is required to interact with residents, families, and the healthcare team. The ability to perceive and respond to environmental cues, including tactile, auditory, and visual information, is essential for safe and effective resident care. Other essential functions include assisting, supporting, and transporting residents in accordance with safe resident handling practices.
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job, in compliance with applicable federal and state laws.
The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate.
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, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status.
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What Nevada Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in occupational therapist jobs across Nevada.
- Active Nevada occupational therapist license issued by the Nevada Board of Occupational Therapy
- Master's or doctoral degree in occupational therapy from an accredited program
- Current certification through the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT)
- Hands-on clinical fieldwork hours completed during an accredited OT program
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification current at time of hire
- Experience or coursework in a specialty area such as pediatrics, hand therapy, or acute care
Occupational Therapist Jobs in Nevada: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a occupational therapist in Nevada?
To work as an occupational therapist in Nevada, you must hold an active license issued by the Nevada Board of Occupational Therapy. That requires completing an accredited master's or doctoral OT program, passing the NBCOT certification exam, and submitting a licensure application to the Board with proof of education and exam results. Nevada also accepts applications from candidates already licensed in other states through its endorsement pathway, provided your original license is current and in good standing.
How much do occupational therapists make in Nevada?
Occupational therapists in Nevada earn a median of about $110,520 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $85,720 for the lowest 10% to over $139,260 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire occupational therapists in Nevada?
Nevada occupational therapist roles are posted by Harmony Home Health, Sunrise Hospital & Medical Center, and Vibra Travels and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Large hospital systems and long-term care networks in the Las Vegas and Reno metro areas tend to post the most consistently throughout the year.
Which Nevada cities have the most occupational therapist jobs?
Las Vegas, Henderson, and Reno have the most occupational therapist openings in Nevada right now. Las Vegas and Henderson drive the largest share of demand because of the concentration of major hospital systems, rehabilitation centers, and pediatric clinics in the greater Clark County area, while Reno's growth in healthcare infrastructure has made it a steady secondary market for OT roles.
Are there remote occupational therapist jobs in Nevada?
Yes, but they're rare. Occupational therapy is a hands-on clinical profession, so most roles require in-person patient contact. About 0% of occupational therapist openings tied to Nevada are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, reflecting how limited the remote option is in this field. The roles most likely to carry a remote or hybrid component are those with a documentation-heavy or supervisory function, such as telehealth intake coordination or OT program management.
How can I get hired as a occupational therapist in Nevada with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying for new-graduate positions at hospital systems and skilled nursing facilities in Las Vegas and Reno, which regularly onboard OTs directly from accredited programs. Valley Health System and Renown Health both hire new graduates into structured clinical orientation programs. Completing fieldwork placements at Nevada facilities during your OT program is one of the strongest advantages, since many facilities hire from their own fieldwork cohorts. Candidates can also transition from occupational therapy assistant roles, which are a common lateral entry point into full OT positions in Nevada.
Where can I find and apply to occupational therapist jobs in Nevada?
You can find and apply to occupational therapist jobs in Nevada on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers hiring in the state right now. Find roles that match your specialty and experience level and apply directly to the ones that fit.
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