Entry Level OT Jobs
New grad ot jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where a strong clinical internship or fieldwork placement can matter more than a long resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Healthcare & Medical Services, Education, and Aerospace & Defense, with employers like Lifepoint Health, HealthPRO Heritage, and AccentCare hiring at this level now.
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JOB SUMMARY: The Educator-Occupational Therapy supports undergraduate and graduate-level teaching Physical Therapy within School of Allied Health. Performs other duties as needed. The hourly rate of pay will be determined commensurate with the candidate's qualifications and experience.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Associate's Degree or Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant Degree required. Minimum one year of experience preferred.
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:
- Knowledge of current technology and educational media used in teaching and presentations.
- Able to effectively communicate changes and instructions in a professional, effective and positive manner.
- Able to read; write legibly; speak in English with professional quality; use computer, printer, and software programs necessary to the position (e.g., Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint).
- Able to communicate effectively on the telephone; think critically; manage multiple assignments effectively; organize and prioritize workload; able to relate and communicate positively, effectively, and professionally with others; work calmly and respond courteously when under pressure.
- Able to distinguish colors as necessary; hear sufficiently for general conversation in person and on the telephone, and identify and distinguish various sounds associated with the workplace; see adequately to read computer screens, and written documents necessary to the position.
LICENSURES AND CERTIFICATIONS: California Board of Occupational Therapy Licensure required. National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT) Certification preferred.
JOB SUMMARY: The Educator-Occupational Therapy supports undergraduate and graduate-level teaching Physical Therapy within School of Allied Health. Performs other duties as needed. The hourly rate of pay will be determined commensurate with the candidate's qualifications and experience.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Associate's Degree or Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant Degree required. Minimum one year of experience preferred.
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:
- Knowledge of current technology and educational media used in teaching and presentations.
- Able to effectively communicate changes and instructions in a professional, effective and positive manner.
- Able to read; write legibly; speak in English with professional quality; use computer, printer, and software programs necessary to the position (e.g., Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint).
- Able to communicate effectively on the telephone; think critically; manage multiple assignments effectively; organize and prioritize workload; able to relate and communicate positively, effectively, and professionally with others; work calmly and respond courteously when under pressure.
- Able to distinguish colors as necessary; hear sufficiently for general conversation in person and on the telephone, and identify and distinguish various sounds associated with the workplace; see adequately to read computer screens, and written documents necessary to the position.
LICENSURES AND CERTIFICATIONS: California Board of Occupational Therapy Licensure required. National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT) Certification preferred.
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Who's Hiring
- Lifepoint Health17
- HealthPRO Heritage16
- AccentCare8
- Therapy Management6
- Optum5
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- Healthcare & Medical Services88
- Education2
- Aerospace & Defense2
- Retail1
- Insurance1
Entry Level OT Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level ot job?
Focus on completing your fieldwork hours, obtaining your license or passing the NBCOT exam, and highlighting any clinical rotations or internships on your resume. Employers hiring at the entry level prioritize hands-on patient care experience and soft skills like adaptability and communication. Tailoring your application to the specific setting, whether pediatrics, acute care, or outpatient, gives you a clear edge.
Which companies hire entry level ots?
Companies hiring entry level ots right now include Lifepoint Health, HealthPRO Heritage, and AccentCare, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. At this level, hiring covers healthcare systems, rehabilitation centers, school districts, and home health agencies that regularly onboard new graduates and junior clinicians.
Are there remote entry level ot jobs?
Yes, though most entry level ot roles involve in-person patient care. About 0% of entry level ot openings are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, and these tend to be in telehealth, care coordination, or early intervention settings where virtual delivery is established practice.
Are these new grad ot jobs?
Yes, these listings include new grad, recent graduate, and junior ot roles. A posting is new-grad friendly when it welcomes zero to two years of experience, counts supervised fieldwork or clinical internships toward the requirement, or accepts a strong portfolio in place of independent work history. Look for language like "new grads encouraged" or "CFY candidates welcome".
Which industries hire the most entry level ots?
Entry level ot roles concentrate in Healthcare & Medical Services, Education, and Aerospace & Defense, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. These sectors drive hiring at the entry level because they have steady patient volume, structured mentorship programs, and ongoing demand for newly licensed clinicians across a range of practice settings.