OT Jobs in Michigan

OT jobs in Michigan are in steady demand, with openings concentrated in hospital systems, pediatric clinics, school-based programs, and skilled nursing facilities at every level from new graduate to senior clinician. Detroit, Grand Rapids, and Lansing are the busiest hiring markets, where large employers such as Henry Ford Health, Corewell Health, and Michigan Medicine consistently bring on occupational therapists. Hand therapy, school-based OT, and neurorehabilitation are among the most sought-after specialties across the state. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles80
Top employerClassic Home Care
Top cityDetroit, MI
Cities hiring54
Work type67% On-site
Top industryHealthcare

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Therapy Management Inc
Home Care Occupational Therapist (OT) - PRN
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Home Care Occupational Therapist (OT) - PRN
Therapy Management Inc
Flushing, Michigan
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
Mental & Behavioral Health
201-500

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Concept Rehab, Inc.
Full-Time Occupational Therapist (OT) – Charlevoix, MI
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Full-Time Occupational Therapist (OT) – Charlevoix, MI
Concept Rehab, Inc.
Charlevoix, Michigan
Healthcare Administration
Occupational Therapy
Patient Services & Wellbeing
501-1,000

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Concept Rehab, Inc.
Occupational Therapist (OT) –PRN- St. Joseph, MI
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Occupational Therapist (OT) –PRN- St. Joseph, MI
Concept Rehab, Inc.
Saint Joseph, Michigan
Business Development
Growth Marketing
Marketing
501-1,000

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Classic Home Care
Home Health Occupational Therapist (OT)
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Home Health Occupational Therapist (OT)
Classic Home Care
Ypsilanti, Michigan
Healthcare Administration
Occupational Therapy
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$63 - $105/hr

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Classic Home Care
Home Health Occupational Therapist (OT)
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Home Health Occupational Therapist (OT)
Classic Home Care
Madison Heights, Michigan
Healthcare Administration
Occupational Therapy
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$63 - $105/hr
11-50

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OT Jobs by City in Michigan

Where Michigan roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Detroit
6 jobs
Alpena
3 jobs
Battle Creek
3 jobs
Traverse City
3 jobs
Sterling Heights
3 jobs
Troy
2 jobs
Wayne
2 jobs
Taylor
2 jobs
Portage
2 jobs

OT Job Market in Michigan

A snapshot from current Michigan openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • C
    Classic Home Care11
  • P
    Powerback Rehabilitation9
  • C
    Concept Rehab7
  • Therapy Management
    Therapy Management7
  • V
    Voyage Health4

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services
  • Automotive
  • Food & Beverage

What Michigan Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in OT jobs across Michigan.

  • Active Michigan occupational therapist license issued by the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs
  • Master of Science or doctorate in occupational therapy from an ACOTE-accredited program
  • Passed the NBCOT certification exam and maintains current certification in good standing
  • Minimum one to three years of clinical experience preferred for most hospital and outpatient roles
  • Experience with electronic health records systems such as Epic or Cerner
  • Strong documentation skills and ability to manage an assigned caseload independently

OT Jobs in Michigan: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a ot in Michigan?

To work as an ot in Michigan, you must hold an active occupational therapist license issued by the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs, Bureau of Professional Licensing. That requires completing an ACOTE-accredited master's or doctoral program in occupational therapy, passing the NBCOT certification exam, and submitting a licensure application to the state. Michigan does not participate in OT licensure compact, so out-of-state applicants must apply directly for a Michigan license.

Which companies hire ots in Michigan?

Employers hiring ots in Michigan right now include Classic Home Care, Powerback Rehabilitation, and Concept Rehab, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Michigan's large integrated health systems, school districts, and long-term care networks generate the most consistent volume of openings across the state.

Which Michigan cities have the most ot jobs?

Detroit, Alpena, and Battle Creek have the most ot openings in Michigan. Detroit anchors the list because of the concentration of major health systems and rehabilitation networks in the metro, while Grand Rapids benefits from Corewell Health's flagship campuses and a growing outpatient market, and Lansing draws demand from mid-Michigan hospital networks and the state's large school district system.

Are there remote ot jobs in Michigan?

Yes, but they're rare. Occupational therapy is a hands-on clinical role, so the large majority of positions require in-person patient contact. About 33% of ot openings tied to Michigan are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those roles tend to be in telehealth consultation, home health documentation review, or program coordination rather than direct patient treatment.

How can I get hired as a ot in Michigan with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is applying for new-graduate roles or OT residency programs at Michigan's large health systems. Henry Ford Health and Corewell Health both offer structured new-grad and fellowship tracks designed for candidates without post-graduate experience. School districts across Michigan regularly hire OTs at the entry level, particularly in the Detroit and Grand Rapids metro areas. Completing fieldwork rotations at Michigan facilities and obtaining your NBCOT certification before applying gives candidates a meaningful edge when competing for first jobs.

Where can I find and apply to ot jobs in Michigan?

You can find and apply to ot jobs in Michigan on Migrate Mate, which lists current Michigan openings from employers across the state. Search the listings, find roles that fit your experience and location, and apply directly to the ones that match.

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