OT Jobs in New Jersey

OT jobs in New Jersey are in strong and consistent demand, concentrated in hospital systems, skilled nursing facilities, school districts, and outpatient rehabilitation clinics, with openings at every level from new graduate to senior occupational therapist. The busiest hiring markets are Newark, Camden, and Hackensack, where large employers such as RWJBarnabas Health, Hackensack Meridian Health, and Kessler Institute for Rehabilitation maintain a lasting presence. The most sought-after specialties in New Jersey include pediatric OT, hand therapy, and school-based practice. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles72
Top employerUltimate Therapy
Top cityUnion, NJ
Cities hiring54
Work type50% On-site
Top credentialBachelor's degree

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Occupational Therapist (OT)
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Morristown Post Acute
Morristown, New Jersey
Healthcare Administration
Mental & Behavioral Health
Social Work & Counseling

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Day SHIFT 25.75 DELIVERY DRIVER 37.12 OT RATE
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Day SHIFT 25.75 DELIVERY DRIVER 37.12 OT RATE
VL Transport 1 Corp
Woodbridge, New Jersey
Delivery Drivers
Driving
Logistics & Inventory
$24.75 - $34.12/hr

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Occupational Therapist (OT)
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Powerback Rehabilitation
Township of Monroe, New Jersey
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
Human Resources
Nursing
$43 - $50/hr
Bachelor's degree
5,001-10,000

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Occupational Therapist (OT)- SNF
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Occupational Therapist (OT)- SNF
Ultimate Therapy LLC
Carneys Point, New Jersey
Healthcare Administration
Occupational Therapy
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$42 - $52/hr
201-500

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As Needed Early Intervention Therapists (PT, SLP, OT)
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As Needed Early Intervention Therapists (PT, SLP, OT)
P.G. CHAMBERS SCHOOL
Morris County, NJ
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
Mental & Behavioral Health
Speech Therapy
Bachelor's degree
51-200

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OT Jobs by City in New Jersey

Where New Jersey roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Union
3 jobs
Edison
3 jobs
Marlton
3 jobs
Piscataway
3 jobs
Salem
2 jobs
Newark
2 jobs
Chester
2 jobs
Morristown
2 jobs
Cherry Hill
2 jobs

OT Job Market in New Jersey

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

Who's Hiring

Ultimate Therapy6 open roles
Ivy Health5 open roles
Stern Therapy Consultants5 open roles

What New Jersey Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in OT jobs across New Jersey.

  • Active New Jersey occupational therapist license issued by the State Board of Occupational Therapy
  • Master's or doctoral degree in occupational therapy from an accredited program
  • National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy credential in good standing
  • Completed supervised fieldwork hours meeting New Jersey licensure requirements
  • Experience with electronic documentation systems such as Epic or Meditech
  • Strong assessment and treatment planning skills for a specific patient population

OT Jobs in New Jersey: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become an ot in New Jersey?

You must hold an active license from the New Jersey State Board of Occupational Therapy, which is part of the Division of Consumer Affairs. To qualify, you need a master's or doctoral degree in occupational therapy from an accredited program, completion of required supervised fieldwork, and a passing score on the NBCOT certification exam. After initial certification, you apply to the New Jersey board for your state license before practicing.

Which companies hire ots in New Jersey?

Employers hiring ots in New Jersey right now include Ultimate Therapy, Ivy Health, and Stern Therapy Consultants, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. New Jersey's dense network of hospital systems, rehabilitation centers, and public school districts means steady hiring across both clinical and school-based settings throughout the year.

Which New Jersey cities have the most ot jobs?

Union, Edison, and Marlton are the New Jersey cities with the most ot openings right now. Demand in these areas reflects the concentration of major health systems and rehabilitation networks anchoring the Newark metro, the presence of large academic medical centers near Camden and the Philadelphia border, and the suburban hospital campuses serving communities across Bergen and Middlesex counties.

Are there remote ot jobs in New Jersey?

Yes, but they're rare. Occupational therapy is a hands-on clinical profession, so most positions require in-person patient care. About 50% of ot openings tied to New Jersey are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, and the roles most likely to carry flexibility are in supervision, care coordination, or telehealth evaluations for certain adult populations.

How can I get hired as an ot in New Jersey with little or no experience?

The most direct entry path is applying for new-graduate or residency positions at large New Jersey health systems such as RWJBarnabas Health and Hackensack Meridian Health, both of which onboard new therapists through structured mentorship programs. School districts across the state also hire under provisional arrangements while a candidate completes licensure steps. Candidates who hold their NBCOT certification and have applied for their New Jersey license, even if it is still pending, are competitive for these entry-level openings.

Where can I find and apply to ot jobs in New Jersey?

You can find and apply to ot jobs in New Jersey on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers hiring in the state right now. Search the listings to find roles that match your specialty, experience level, and preferred location, then apply directly to the ones that fit.

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