Occupational Therapist
How this pay compares
This posting states $55 an hour. Open occupational therapist jobs in Pennsylvania post a median of $50 an hour, the middle half $40.84–$55, across 40 jobs that state their pay, so this one is within the middle half of what they post. Occupational therapists employed in Pennsylvania earn a median of $47.33 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 Pennsylvania: pay by town and employer
Licensed in another state?
Pennsylvania is not issuing OT Compact privileges yet, so an occupational therapist or OT assistant licensed in another state needs a Pennsylvania license for this job. (Occupational Therapy Compact Commission, 9 Nov 2026.) For a Pennsylvania license, apply to the State Board of Occupational Therapy Education and Licensure for a license by endorsement ($30, by its own page): what Pennsylvania asks. Every state's OT Compact status.
What Pennsylvania requires of an occupational therapist
Occupational Therapist, from the State Board of Occupational Therapy Education and Licensure.
- Licensure by endorsement requires a current license in good standing from a jurisdiction with substantially equivalent standards, a copy of that jurisdiction's licensing law, active practice for at least 2 of the last 5 years, no discipline, $1,000,000 professional liability insurance and 3 hours of approved child abuse recognition and reporting training (49 Pa. Code 42.9). The standard route requires ACOTE-accredited education, 6 months of supervised fieldwork and the NBCOT exam.
- Staying active: Licenses expire June 30 of every odd-numbered year; renewal requires 24 hours of continued competency, including 2 hours of approved child abuse recognition and reporting (49 Pa. Code 42.16, 42.53).
Occupational therapist jobs and requirements in Pennsylvania · 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
PRN Occupational Therapist (OT)
Shenandoah Senior Living Community
Shenandoah Senior Living Community is seeking a PRN Occupational Therapist to join our dedicated and compassionate rehabilitation team. In this role, you will provide meaningful, resident-centered therapy services within a warm, supportive, skilled nursing environment. As an OT, you’ll help residents regain or maintain independence in their daily activities through thoughtful, client-centered care. Our ideal candidate is passionate about improving quality of life, takes a holistic approach, and thrives in collaborative care settings.
Responsibilities
- Evaluate and treat residents to enhance engagement in meaningful daily activities
- Develop and implement individualized therapy plans based on functional goals
- Teach techniques to support safety and independence in ADLs and IADLs
- Recommend adaptive equipment and train residents and caregivers on its use
- Assess living environments and provide recommendations for modifications
- Collaborate with nursing, therapy, and family members for optimal outcomes
- Maintain accurate documentation of evaluations, goals, and progress
- Monitor and adjust care plans as needed
Qualifications
- Valid state license to practice Occupational Therapy
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy
- Previous experience in a skilled nursing or rehab setting preferred
- Strong clinical, communication, and documentation skills
- Compassionate, professional, and team-oriented
What We Offer
- Supportive interdisciplinary team
- Electronic documentation system
- Ethical, patient-first care environment
- Opportunities for professional growth
All inquiries are kept strictly confidential.
Shenandoah Senior Living Community is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
From Shenandoah Senior Living Community'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 Shenandoah Senior Living Community
Shenandoah Senior Living Community is a 119 (source: Medicare Care Compare: Shenandoah Senior Living Community)-bed nursing home in Shenandoah, PA, certified by Medicare and Medicaid. Its job board posts jobs for therapists, nurses and caregivers. Source: Medicare Care Compare: Shenandoah Senior Living Community
Based in Shenandoah, PAHires in PennsylvaniaPay on its listings: 42.9% of its open jobs state an hourly rate
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