PRN Occupational Therapist
How this pay compares
This posting does not state an hourly rate. Occupational therapists employed in Nebraska earn a median of $45.07 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).
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Licensed in another state?
Nebraska is not issuing OT Compact privileges yet, so an occupational therapist or OT assistant licensed in another state needs a Nebraska license for this job. (Occupational Therapy Compact Commission, 9 Nov 2026.) For a Nebraska license, apply to the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services (Division of Public Health, Licensure Unit) for a license by endorsement ($120, by its own page): what Nebraska asks. Every state's OT Compact status.
What Nebraska requires of an occupational therapist
Occupational Therapist license, from the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services (Division of Public Health, Licensure Unit).
- An applicant, including one licensed in another jurisdiction, submits the Department's application with an official transcript sent directly from the school, documentation of passing the licensure examination sent directly to the Department from NBCOT, and documentation of supervised fieldwork (172 NAC 114-003.01).
- Staying active: Licenses expire August 1 of each even-numbered year; an occupational therapist must complete at least 20 hours of continuing education in the preceding 24 months (172 NAC 114-007 and 114-008).
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About the job
Job Title : PRN OT (Occupational Therapist)
Location: Lincoln, NE
Department: Rehab
Reports to: Director of Rehab
Position Type: PRN (As needed)
Job Summary
As an Occupational Therapist at Emerald Nursing & Rehab Lancaster , you will play a crucial role in enhancing the quality of life for our residents through therapeutic interventions. You will assess, plan, and implement individualized therapy programs aimed at improving patients' ability to perform daily activities and achieve their highest level of independence and functionality. You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to provide comprehensive care tailored to each resident's needs. This position offers flexibility with scheduling and is ideal for those looking to work on an as-needed basis.
Qualifications
- Education: Bachelor’s or master’s degree in occupational therapy from an accredited institution.
- Licensure: Valid state licensure as an Occupational Therapist.
- Experience: Prior experience in a skilled nursing facility or similar setting preferred but not required.
From Emerald Nursing & Rehab Lancaster's job posting, checked 12 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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About Emerald Nursing & Rehab Lancaster
Emerald Nursing & Rehab Lancaster is a 293 (source: Medicare Care Compare: Emerald Nursing & Rehab Lancaster)-bed nursing home in Lincoln, NE, certified by Medicare and Medicaid. Its job board posts jobs for therapists, nursing assistants and nurses. Source: Medicare Care Compare: Emerald Nursing & Rehab Lancaster
Based in Lincoln, NEHires in NebraskaPay on its listings: 11.8% of its open jobs state an hourly rate
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