Occupational Therapist - Troy, MI
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How this pay compares
This posting does not state an hourly rate. Open occupational therapist jobs in Michigan post a median of $50 an hour, the middle half $44–$65, across 17 jobs that state their pay. Occupational therapists employed in Michigan earn a median of $43.23 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 Michigan: pay by town and employer
Licensed in another state?
Michigan is not issuing OT Compact privileges yet, so an occupational therapist or OT assistant licensed in another state needs a Michigan license for this job. (Occupational Therapy Compact Commission, 9 Nov 2026.) For a Michigan license, apply to the Michigan Board of Occupational Therapists (Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs) for a license by endorsement: what Michigan asks. Every state's OT Compact status.
What Michigan requires of an occupational therapist
Occupational Therapist license, from the Michigan Board of Occupational Therapists (Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs).
- An applicant by endorsement must hold an active license in good standing in another state within 30 days before applying and must have passed the NBCOT certification examination; an applicant licensed fewer than 5 years must also have completed a board-approved occupational therapist education program (Mich. Admin. Code R 338.1226).
- Staying active: Licenses renew every 2 years with at least 20 continuing education hours, including at least 1 hour in pain and symptom management (Mich. Admin. Code R 338.1251, R 338.1252).
Occupational therapist jobs and requirements in Michigan · Every state's rule
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About the job
Join our team as an Occupational Therapist!
At NeuLife Rehabilitation of Michigan, we're more than just a workplace; we're a community committed to compassion, quality care, and supporting both our persons served and our team. If you're passionate about helping others and want to grow professionally in a supportive, best-practice environment, we want you on our team.
The Occupational Therapist is responsible for helping persons served improve their functional abilities, independence, and quality of life through individualized occupational therapy interventions tailored to their physical, cognitive, emotional, sensory, and daily living needs.
Job responsibilities
- Performs occupational therapy assessments, diagnostic tests, skilled treatments, and ongoing evaluation of clients who are receiving services
- Completes assessments in a timely manner adhering to company policy
- Develops a treatment program and establishes goals for improved function
- Provides assessment findings and goals to assist in developing the client care plan and obtains specific physician orders as needed
- Documents all findings, plans, interventions, and client progress
- Guides and instructs the client in prescribing therapeutic self-care and creative activities that are directed toward improving independence and physical and cognitive functioning
- Advises, consults, and teaches appropriate treatment procedures and supportive activities to clients, family members, and other staff
- Designs and/or orders appropriate adaptive/assistive devices and/or splints to promote optimal level of functioning
- Other duties as assigned
Job requirements
- Valid driver's license and insurable driving record
- Current CPR certification or willingness to obtain
- Occupational Therapy registration or license as required in the state of Michigan
- Minimum of two years experience in healthcare
Join our team and make a real difference! Deliver high-quality, person-centered care while helping persons served achieve their unique goals in a supportive, best-practice environment.
NeuLife Rehabilitation of Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
From NeuLife's job posting, checked 13 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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