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Lebanon, Tennessee

Occupational Therapist

Occupational TherapistNo weekendsFull-Time

Listed compensation

$42-$50/hr

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Job Description

Job Title

Occupational Therapist

Pay Range

$42-50/hour

Job Description

Occupational Therapist

Up to $50/hour | Lebanon, TN | Full-Time Hours | 2026-2027 School Year | OT Needed for 26-27 SY

Position Details

  • Caseload within Wilson County School District
  • Full Time Position
  • 1.0 FTE, M-F

About the Role

Hello, Occupational Therapists! Ampersand Therapy is hiring a Full Time Occupational Therapist for a school setting in Lebanon, TN. In this role, you’ll play a critical part in student success by planning, organizing, and delivering occupational therapy services to support student development, rehabilitation, and progress toward IEP goals.

Why Join Us

  • Competitive pay (Up to $50/hour) + steady school-year schedule
  • W-2 employment with liability insurance included
  • Healthcare benefits* + 401(k) with company match
  • Reimbursement for licensure, CEUs, and professional expenses
  • Mileage reimbursement between sites + referral bonuses
  • What You’ll Do

Demonstrate Prompt and Regular Attendance

Evaluate student abilities across functional areas including oral motor, sensory motor, activities of daily living, fine motor, and postural skills

Select and administer appropriate assessments and provide direct, consultative, and collaborative therapy services

  • Participate in IEP meetings and support development of student goals and services
  • Obtain, modify, and document adaptive equipment and supplies as needed
  • Instruct and support staff, parents, and students in therapeutic and follow-up activities at school and home
  • Train staff on proper handling, positioning, and use of adaptive/assistive devices
  • Maintain accurate documentation and records and perform other duties as assigned
  • What We’re Looking For
  • Active (or eligible) Tennessee Occupational Therapist license
  • Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills
  • School-based or pediatric experience preferred, not required

About Ampersand Therapy

Ampersand Therapy is a women- and therapist-operated company built by providers who understand school-based work. We focus on support and mentorship so clinicians can do their best work. Our team is committed to equity, community impact, and creating a workplace where therapists feel valued.

Benefits apply to 0.8 FTE and above after a short waiting period.

Ampersand Therapy is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment and sense of belonging for all employees. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or any other identity characteristics. We encourage all qualified individuals to apply and join our team.

Key Responsibilities

The Occupational Therapist will evaluate student abilities and deliver direct, consultative therapy services to support student development and IEP goals. They are also responsible for maintaining accurate documentation and training staff and parents on the use of adaptive and assistive devices.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Master's degree in Occupational Therapy and possess an active or eligible Tennessee Occupational Therapist license. School-based or pediatric experience is preferred but not required.

Qualifications

Education
Master's degree (postgraduate degree)

Key Skills

Student assessmentIEP developmentFine motor skillsSensory motor skillsOral motor skillsPediatric therapySchool-based therapy

Occupational Therapist Career Context

In Tennessee, the Occupational Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$89k (35 salary observations; 414 listings), vs ~$96k nationally (4,384 salary observations; 23,944 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-01-01 through 2026-10-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.

The cost-of-living index for Tennessee is 91.9 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$96k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $104k in an average-cost state. 58.6% of Tennessee clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Of the 42 active Occupational Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 2% are remote, 48% have no call, 76% require no weekends.

Occupational Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is up 3.8% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Occupational Therapist at Eleutheria a 6.0 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Occupational Therapy — ranked against 9,334 active Occupational Therapy listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no weekend requirements.

Location & Logistics

Tennessee has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. At the posted ~$96k midpoint, that is roughly $4k–$7k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.

Top Occupational Therapist Jobs

21 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution21 jobs · 16 employers

11
<$110k
2
$110k-125k
2
$125k-140k
5
$140k-155k
1
$160k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks21 jobs · 16 employers

401k / retirement match
86% this job
CME allowance
57% this job
Sign-on bonus
52%
Loan repayment
29%
Relocation assistance
14%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

#1

Occupational Therapist (Home Health)

21st Century Home Health Services · Citrus Heights, California

$130k-$160k
#2

Acute Care Occupational Therapist

Sentara Health · Hampton, Virginia

$96k-$141k
#3

Occupational Therapist

$96k-$141k
#4

Acute Care Occupational Therapist - Flexi

$96k-$141k
+ 19 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

median 4.8this job 6.0
Better work-life than 60% of Occupational Therapy listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 9,334 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • No weekends

Living in Lebanon

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$403k
Typical market rent
$1,639/mo
Residents’ average commute
27 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
96.3
State income tax
None
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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About Eleutheria

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Benefits & Perks

Competitive pay (Up to $50/hour)
Steady school-year schedule
W-2 employment with liability insurance included
Healthcare benefits
401(k) with company match
Reimbursement for licensure, CEUs, and professional expenses
Mileage reimbursement between sites
Referral bonuses