Occupational Therapist Jobs in Ohio
Occupational Therapist jobs in Ohio are open across Columbus, Washington Court House, and Toledo and other Ohio metros, with employers like FOX Rehabilitation, Mercy Health, and University Hospitals hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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INTRODUCTION
Organizes and conducts Occupational Therapy program to facilitate the rehabilitation of people with physical and or psychosocial disabilities. The Occupational Therapist directs the patients participation in selected activities, treatments to restore, re enforce and correct pathology to promote and, or maintain good health.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Essential duties include:
- Performs evaluations and develops an effective treatment plan appropriate to a patients rehabilitation needs within the care continuum.
- Performs effective treatment techniques in a competent manner.
- Educates patient, family, caregiver in applicable health information, treatment and prevention.
- Initiates and participates in the discharge planning process.
- Performs other department activities such as, but not limited to documentation, billing, support of department operations, etc.
Requires the evaluation and treatment skills necessary to provide Occupational Therapy appropriate to the developmental and chronological age of patients on caseload. Professional initiative, objectivity, good time management and interpersonal skills. Must be physically, cognitively and perceptually able to provide patient treatment and able to assist in physical mobility of patients and equipment.
LOCATION
Outpatient: Ashland (as needed) basis
Education
Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program
REQUIRED CREDENTIALS, LICENSE, AND / OR CERTIFICATIONS
Licensed by the State of Ohio to practice Occupational Therapy
EXPERIENCE & KNOWLEDGE
Occupational Therapy appropriate to the developmental and chronological age of patients on caseload
SPECIAL SKILLS & EQUIPMENT KNOWLEDGE
Professional initiative, objectivity, good time management and interpersonal skills. Must be physically, cognitively and perceptually able to provide patient treatment and able to assist in physical mobility of patients and equipment.
PRN OT is to allow for PTO coverage for outpatient peds and adults as well as inpatient weekend and Friday coverage to avoid prolonged length of stay.
INTRODUCTION
Organizes and conducts Occupational Therapy program to facilitate the rehabilitation of people with physical and or psychosocial disabilities. The Occupational Therapist directs the patients participation in selected activities, treatments to restore, re enforce and correct pathology to promote and, or maintain good health.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Essential duties include:
- Performs evaluations and develops an effective treatment plan appropriate to a patients rehabilitation needs within the care continuum.
- Performs effective treatment techniques in a competent manner.
- Educates patient, family, caregiver in applicable health information, treatment and prevention.
- Initiates and participates in the discharge planning process.
- Performs other department activities such as, but not limited to documentation, billing, support of department operations, etc.
Requires the evaluation and treatment skills necessary to provide Occupational Therapy appropriate to the developmental and chronological age of patients on caseload. Professional initiative, objectivity, good time management and interpersonal skills. Must be physically, cognitively and perceptually able to provide patient treatment and able to assist in physical mobility of patients and equipment.
LOCATION
Outpatient: Ashland (as needed) basis
Education
Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program
REQUIRED CREDENTIALS, LICENSE, AND / OR CERTIFICATIONS
Licensed by the State of Ohio to practice Occupational Therapy
EXPERIENCE & KNOWLEDGE
Occupational Therapy appropriate to the developmental and chronological age of patients on caseload
SPECIAL SKILLS & EQUIPMENT KNOWLEDGE
Professional initiative, objectivity, good time management and interpersonal skills. Must be physically, cognitively and perceptually able to provide patient treatment and able to assist in physical mobility of patients and equipment.
PRN OT is to allow for PTO coverage for outpatient peds and adults as well as inpatient weekend and Friday coverage to avoid prolonged length of stay.
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Where Ohio roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Occupational Therapist Job Market in Ohio
A snapshot from current Ohio openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- FOX Rehabilitation9
- Mercy Health7
- University Hospitals7
- Cleveland Clinic6
- Creative Health Solutions6
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services57
- Consulting & Professional Services5
- Education3
- Insurance3
What Ohio Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in occupational therapist jobs across Ohio.
- Master's or doctoral degree in occupational therapy from an ACOTE-accredited program
- Active OTR/L license in the state of employment
- NBCOT certification (OTR) in good standing
- Experience with electronic documentation systems such as Epic or PointClickCare
- Proficiency in standardized assessments such as the FIM, MMSE, or sensory processing measures
- Current CPR and Basic Life Support certification
Occupational Therapist Jobs in Ohio: Frequently Asked Questions
How many occupational therapist jobs are there in Ohio?
There are 75+ occupational therapist openings in Ohio on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Columbus, Washington Court House, and Toledo. New positions post regularly as employers across Ohio hire.
How much do occupational therapists make in Ohio?
Occupational therapists in Ohio earn a median of about $99,390 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $70,080 for the lowest 10% to over $123,800 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which Ohio cities have the most occupational therapist jobs?
Columbus, Washington Court House, and Toledo have the most occupational therapist openings in Ohio right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.
Which companies hire occupational therapists in Ohio?
Employers hiring occupational therapists in Ohio include FOX Rehabilitation, Mercy Health, and University Hospitals, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
Are there remote occupational therapist jobs in Ohio?
Yes. About 0% of occupational therapist openings tied to Ohio are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in Ohio metros.
How do I apply for occupational therapist jobs in Ohio?
You can apply to occupational therapist jobs in Ohio directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred Ohio location, then apply to each one that fits.
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