Entry Level Occupational Therapy Technician Jobs
New grad occupational therapy technician jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where strong internship work or hands-on clinical hours can matter more than a long resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Healthcare & Medical Services, Education, and Insurance, with employers like National HealthCare Corporation, FOX Rehabilitation, and PruittHealth hiring at this level now.
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Overview:
At Powerback, we're on a mission to improve lives. As the leader in physical, occupational, speech, and respiratory therapies, we help older adults stay active and thrive while providing essential therapy for children at home and in school.
With over 38 years of trusted service, our reach spans skilled nursing centers, assisted and independent living facilities, outpatient clinics, and home-based care. We're proud to deliver personalized care exactly where and when it's needed most.
Join an industry-leading team that restores hope and makes a lasting impact. If you're passionate about making a meaningful difference and want to be part of the future of rehabilitation and wellness, Powerback is the place for you.
Why Powerback?
Benefits: We offer Medical, Dental, and Vision plans to Full-Time team members. We offer Dental and Vision to Part-Time team members.
- Paid Time Off: We offer generous paid time off to Full-Time and Part-Time team members.
- Support for New Grads: Our Powerback Clinical Mentorship Program kicks off on day one, helping you learn from the best in the field.
- Continuing Education: Keep growing with free CEUs through Medbridge.
- H-1B Visa & Relocation Assistance: We support Visa or Green Card sponsorships, plus our Journey Travel Program lets you work across the U.S. with the security of a full-time role.
- Perks at Powerback: Enjoy exclusive discounts on Wireless/TV, Home/Auto/Renters and Pet Insurance, Childcare, Eldercare, and more. Earn rewards through our PowerZone Employee Recognition Program, and expand your expertise with our Clinicians in Action professional development program.
Responsibilities:
The Occupational Therapy Assistant - Journey Traveler must be able to travel nationwide for 13 week assignments. This position provides flexibility to travel the country and work in various settings. On assignment the Occupational Therapy Assistant implements occupational therapy programs and provides occupational therapy treatments to patients to facilitate increased independence and functioning, under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist.
- Attends and contributes to patient care, staffing conferences and other required meetings as a representative of occupational therapy, under the direction of the Occupational Therapist.
- Responsible for the effective and efficient delivery of rehab services; adherence to an established plan of care, department and patient(s)' schedule, and timely documentation of services.
- Works with other members of the rehabilitation team to develop programs and activities consistent with the needs and capabilities of each patient.
- Instructs patients, families and other caregivers in the skills and techniques of the occupational therapy treatment program under the supervision of the Occupational Therapist.
- Maintains appropriate and timely documentation for all patients treated.
- Cleans, maintains, identifies, and reports the need for repair of equipment, as necessary.
- Puts Patient Service First: Ensures that patients and families receive the highest quality of service in a caring and compassionate atmosphere which recognizes the individuals' needs and rights.
- Implements a patient's individualized treatment plan as established by the primary Occupational Therapist.
- Provides individualized occupational therapy interventions including application of therapeutic techniques in such areas as, but not limited to:
- cognitive skills
- muscle strength
- coordination
- endurance
- mobility
- perceptual abilities
- sensory awareness
- sitting and standing tolerance
- balance
- activities of daily living
- joint protection
- work simplification
- orientation
- physical agent modalities
- Organizes and facilitates treatment groups in consultation with the Occupational Therapist.
- Performs other related duties as required.
Qualifications
- Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant Program according to AOTA & ACOTE standards.
- Initial certification obtained from the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy.
- They must be licensed and/or eligible for licensure as required in the state of practice.
- They must be available to travel to and temporarily reside in locations outside of the therapists primary home.
Posted Salary Range: USD $45.00 - USD $50.00 /Hr.
Overview:
At Powerback, we're on a mission to improve lives. As the leader in physical, occupational, speech, and respiratory therapies, we help older adults stay active and thrive while providing essential therapy for children at home and in school.
With over 38 years of trusted service, our reach spans skilled nursing centers, assisted and independent living facilities, outpatient clinics, and home-based care. We're proud to deliver personalized care exactly where and when it's needed most.
Join an industry-leading team that restores hope and makes a lasting impact. If you're passionate about making a meaningful difference and want to be part of the future of rehabilitation and wellness, Powerback is the place for you.
Why Powerback?
Benefits: We offer Medical, Dental, and Vision plans to Full-Time team members. We offer Dental and Vision to Part-Time team members.
- Paid Time Off: We offer generous paid time off to Full-Time and Part-Time team members.
- Support for New Grads: Our Powerback Clinical Mentorship Program kicks off on day one, helping you learn from the best in the field.
- Continuing Education: Keep growing with free CEUs through Medbridge.
- H-1B Visa & Relocation Assistance: We support Visa or Green Card sponsorships, plus our Journey Travel Program lets you work across the U.S. with the security of a full-time role.
- Perks at Powerback: Enjoy exclusive discounts on Wireless/TV, Home/Auto/Renters and Pet Insurance, Childcare, Eldercare, and more. Earn rewards through our PowerZone Employee Recognition Program, and expand your expertise with our Clinicians in Action professional development program.
Responsibilities:
The Occupational Therapy Assistant - Journey Traveler must be able to travel nationwide for 13 week assignments. This position provides flexibility to travel the country and work in various settings. On assignment the Occupational Therapy Assistant implements occupational therapy programs and provides occupational therapy treatments to patients to facilitate increased independence and functioning, under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist.
- Attends and contributes to patient care, staffing conferences and other required meetings as a representative of occupational therapy, under the direction of the Occupational Therapist.
- Responsible for the effective and efficient delivery of rehab services; adherence to an established plan of care, department and patient(s)' schedule, and timely documentation of services.
- Works with other members of the rehabilitation team to develop programs and activities consistent with the needs and capabilities of each patient.
- Instructs patients, families and other caregivers in the skills and techniques of the occupational therapy treatment program under the supervision of the Occupational Therapist.
- Maintains appropriate and timely documentation for all patients treated.
- Cleans, maintains, identifies, and reports the need for repair of equipment, as necessary.
- Puts Patient Service First: Ensures that patients and families receive the highest quality of service in a caring and compassionate atmosphere which recognizes the individuals' needs and rights.
- Implements a patient's individualized treatment plan as established by the primary Occupational Therapist.
- Provides individualized occupational therapy interventions including application of therapeutic techniques in such areas as, but not limited to:
- cognitive skills
- muscle strength
- coordination
- endurance
- mobility
- perceptual abilities
- sensory awareness
- sitting and standing tolerance
- balance
- activities of daily living
- joint protection
- work simplification
- orientation
- physical agent modalities
- Organizes and facilitates treatment groups in consultation with the Occupational Therapist.
- Performs other related duties as required.
Qualifications
- Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant Program according to AOTA & ACOTE standards.
- Initial certification obtained from the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy.
- They must be licensed and/or eligible for licensure as required in the state of practice.
- They must be available to travel to and temporarily reside in locations outside of the therapists primary home.
Posted Salary Range: USD $45.00 - USD $50.00 /Hr.
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- Optum7
- Preferred Therapy Solutions5
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- Education9
- Insurance7
- Technology & Software1
- Government & Public Sector1
Entry Level Occupational Therapy Technician Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level occupational therapy technician job?
Start by completing any required fieldwork or supervised clinical hours, since most employers hiring at this level want to see hands-on patient interaction even without a long work history. A strong resume that highlights internships, school-based placements, or volunteer work in a rehabilitation or healthcare setting gives you a clear edge. Certifications like a COTA credential or state licensure, where required, signal you are job-ready from day one.
Which companies hire entry level occupational therapy technicians?
Companies hiring entry level occupational therapy technicians right now include National HealthCare Corporation, FOX Rehabilitation, and PruittHealth, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. At this experience level, the most active employers tend to be rehabilitation centers, home health agencies, school districts, and skilled nursing facilities that bring on new graduates and train them within structured clinical programs.
Are there remote entry level occupational therapy technician jobs?
Yes, though most occupational therapy technician work is hands-on and requires an on-site presence. About 2% of entry level occupational therapy technician openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those roles typically involve care coordination, documentation support, or telehealth-adjacent tasks rather than direct patient treatment. On-site positions remain the clearest path for new grads building clinical skills.
Are these new grad occupational therapy technician jobs?
Yes, the listings on this page include new grad, recent graduate, and junior occupational therapy technician roles. A posting is new-grad friendly when it welcomes zero to two years of experience, counts internships or supervised fieldwork toward the requirement, or explicitly states that training is provided. If a listing mentions mentorship or a structured orientation program, that is another strong signal it is open to candidates starting out.
Which industries hire the most entry level occupational therapy technicians?
Entry Level occupational therapy technician roles concentrate in Healthcare & Medical Services, Education, and Insurance, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive hiring at this level because they rely on high patient volumes, have ongoing turnover in support staff positions, and often run formal onboarding programs designed to bring new graduates up to clinical standards quickly.