Occupational Therapist (OT)
How this pay compares
This posting states $45–$50 an hour. Open occupational therapist jobs in New Jersey post a median of $74.19 an hour, the middle half $55–$78, across 88 jobs that state their pay, so this one is below the middle half of what they post. Occupational therapists employed in New Jersey earn a median of $49.72 an hour (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics).
Occupational therapists in New Jersey: pay by town and employer
Licensed in another state?
New Jersey is not issuing OT Compact privileges, so an occupational therapist or OT assistant licensed in another state needs a New Jersey license for this job. (Occupational Therapy Compact Commission, 9 Nov 2026.) For a New Jersey license, apply to the Occupational Therapy Advisory Council, New Jersey Division of Consumer Affairs for a license by endorsement ($100, by its own page): what New Jersey asks. Every state's OT Compact status.
What New Jersey requires of an occupational therapist
Occupational Therapist license, from the Occupational Therapy Advisory Council, New Jersey Division of Consumer Affairs.
- Licensure by reciprocity requires a valid, current license in good standing from a state whose education, training and examination requirements are substantially equivalent, at least one year and 1,200 hours of practice within the five years before applying, the application and fee, a criminal history background check, documentation of good standing in every state of licensure, and the New Jersey Jurisprudence Orientation; 13:44K-3.3).
- Staying active: Occupational therapist licenses expire every two years on September 30 of odd-numbered years and renew for $160; a license can still be renewed within 30 days after it expires with a late fee, after which it is suspended (N.J.A.C. 13:44K-11.1).
Occupational therapist jobs and requirements in New Jersey · Every state's rule
Physical, occupational, speech and respiratory therapy jobs in our research
- How long these jobs stay listed: Still listed at 7 days 87.1%
- Applicant demand per open job on this site (1.00x is the average job): Index 0.21x · Clicks 25
- How often these jobs state their pay: Jobs stating any pay 52.9% · Stating an hourly rate 32.3%
From every open job we read and every apply click on this site, as of 11 Nov 2026. Every figure for Physical, occupational, speech and respiratory therapy jobs
About the job
Occupational Therapist (OT)
Pay Rate: $45-$50 Per Hour
BENEFITS
- Same Day Pay!!
- Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Disability Insurance
- Holiday Pay
- Paid Time Off
- Overtime Available
- Full Time/ Part Time and Per Diem
- Weekly Employee Appreciation Event- “Thankful Thursday”
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Occupational Therapist (OT) SUMMARY
Evaluates and treats residents and patients with conditions that are mentally, physically, developmentally, or emotionally disabling to improve their ability to perform tasks of daily living and working environments in compliance with federal guideline sand state practice acts.
Occupational Therapist (OT) ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Under a physician’s orders, screens and evaluates resident/ patient and develops appropriate care plan.
- Instructs residents, families, and caregivers in the use of adaptive equipment such as wheelchairs, splints, and aids for eating and dressing.
- Maintains patient records in an accurate and timely manner.
- Devises special tools and treatments for the specific needs of patients.
- Completes required forms and documents in accordance with company policy and state and/or federal regulations.
Occupational Therapist (OT) QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor of Science or Master of Science degree in Occupational Therapy.
- Current license in Occupational Therapy (if required by state law).
- One (1) year of clinical experience preferred.
- State approved certification to provide advanced level treatments where applicable .
Occupational Therapist (OT) SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
- May supervise COTAs, Rehab Aides, or provisional licensed occupational therapists per state practice guidelines .
Occupational Therapist (OT) OTHER REQUIREMENTS
- Participates in (or conducts) company-sponsored training to safeguard against improper us and disclosure of resident’s
- protected health information. Monitors and ensures compliance with company policies, procedures and state and federal law.
- By his / her signature below, employee agrees to adhere to and oversee communication of privacy guidelines relative to
- the confidentiality of residents' protected health information .
From Alps at Wayne Rehab & Care Center's job posting, checked 12 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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