OT Jobs in Tennessee

OT jobs in Tennessee are in strong demand, with active hiring across hospital systems, outpatient rehabilitation clinics, school districts, and skilled nursing facilities from entry-level staff positions through senior and lead therapist roles. Nashville, Memphis, and Knoxville lead hiring volume, anchored by large employers like Vanderbilt University Medical Center, Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare, and Covenant Health. The most consistent openings are in pediatric therapy, hand therapy, and school-based practice. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles57
Top employerSignature HealthCARE
Top cityNashville, TN
Cities hiring40
Work type100% On-site
Top industryHealthcare

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Signature HealthCARE LLC
Occupational Therapist (OT)
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Occupational Therapist (OT)
Signature HealthCARE LLC
Portland, Tennessee
Healthcare Administration
Occupational Therapy
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Bachelor's degree
5,001-10,000

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Vibra Travels
Occupational Therapy - Occupational Therapist (OT)
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Occupational Therapy - Occupational Therapist (OT)
Vibra Travels
Nashville, Tennessee
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
Mental & Behavioral Health
PALS Certification
51-200

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Auto-Chlor System
Route Customer Service Representative | $23–$25/hr + OT
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Auto-Chlor System
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Route Customer Service Representative | $23–$25/hr + OT
Auto-Chlor System
Memphis, Tennessee
Customer Service
Customer Service & Support
Customer Support
$23 - $25/hr
1,001-5,000

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Fit For Work
Injury Prevention Specialist (ATC, OT, COTA, PT, PTA)
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Injury Prevention Specialist (ATC, OT, COTA, PT, PTA)
Fit For Work
Chattanooga, Tennessee
Fitness & Recreation
Health & Safety
Healthcare Administration
Sports & Fitness

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White Glove Placement, Inc.
Therapist OT Assistant
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White Glove Placement, Inc.
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Therapist OT Assistant
White Glove Placement, Inc.
Cleveland, Tennessee
Allied Health
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
1,001-5,000

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OT Jobs by City in Tennessee

Where Tennessee roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Nashville
5 jobs
Memphis
4 jobs
Athens
3 jobs
Kingston
3 jobs
Jackson
2 jobs
Cleveland
2 jobs
Cookeville
2 jobs
Germantown
2 jobs
Chattanooga
2 jobs

OT Job Market in Tennessee

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

Who's Hiring

Signature HealthCARE
Signature HealthCARE9 open roles
National HealthCare Corporation
National HealthCare Corporation6 open roles
Enhabit Home Health & Hospice
Enhabit Home Health & Hospice5 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services
  • Chemicals & Materials

What Tennessee Employers Look For

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

  • Active Tennessee occupational therapy license issued by the Tennessee Board of Occupational Therapy
  • Master's or doctoral degree in occupational therapy from an ACOTE-accredited program
  • Successful completion of the NBCOT certification examination
  • Current BLS or CPR certification from an approved provider
  • Experience with electronic medical records systems such as Epic or Cerner
  • Strong documentation skills and ability to meet productivity standards in clinical settings

OT Jobs in Tennessee: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become an ot in Tennessee?

You become an ot in Tennessee by earning a master's or doctoral degree in occupational therapy from an accredited program, completing all required fieldwork hours, and passing the NBCOT certification exam. After passing, you apply for licensure through the Tennessee Board of Occupational Therapy, which issues the state license required to practice. Most employers will not extend an offer without an active Tennessee license or a pending application already on file.

Which companies hire ots in Tennessee?

Employers hiring ots in Tennessee right now include Signature HealthCARE, National HealthCare Corporation, and Enhabit Home Health & Hospice, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Tennessee's large integrated health systems, rehabilitation networks, and public school districts tend to post the highest volume of openings on an ongoing basis throughout the year.

Which Tennessee cities have the most ot jobs?

Nashville, Memphis, and Athens have the most ot openings in Tennessee. Nashville's concentration of major hospital systems and outpatient rehabilitation groups drives the largest share of statewide volume, while Memphis benefits from its established medical district and large skilled nursing and pediatric care facilities, and Knoxville is anchored by regional health systems serving East Tennessee communities.

Are there remote ot jobs in Tennessee?

Yes, but they're rare. Occupational therapy is a hands-on clinical profession, so the large majority of roles require in-person patient contact. About 0% of ot openings tied to Tennessee are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those positions are almost exclusively in areas like program coordination, utilization review, or telehealth-based care management rather than direct therapy delivery.

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

The most realistic entry path is applying for new-graduate positions at Tennessee's large health systems, which regularly bring on candidates who have completed their Level II fieldwork but have not yet accumulated post-licensure experience. Vanderbilt University Medical Center and hospital systems in Memphis and Knoxville post these roles each spring. Working first as an occupational therapy assistant or rehab technician at a Tennessee outpatient clinic or skilled nursing facility is a common lateral move that builds clinical exposure. Having your Tennessee Board of Occupational Therapy license application submitted before you apply gives your candidacy a clear edge.

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

You can find and apply to ot jobs in Tennessee on Migrate Mate, which lists current Tennessee openings updated on an ongoing basis. Find the roles that fit your experience and specialty, then apply directly to the ones that match.

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