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Alpena, Michigan

Home Health Occupational Therapist

Occupational TherapistFull-Time

Compensation

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Job Description

Company

Compassus

At Compassus, we know that caring for our teammates is the first step in caring for our patients. We are committed to providing Care for Who You Are and What You Need to balance work and life including flexible scheduling, a supportive family-focused culture and first-class compensation and benefits.

  • Your position perks as a Home Health Occupational Therapist
  • Competitive pay
  • Flexibility
  • Health, dental, vision for part & full-time positions
  • Wellness reimbursements for physicals and gym memberships
  • Pre-tax FSA and HSA plans (HSA w/company contributions)
  • Generous Paid Time Off plan that increases with tenure
  • 401(k) with company matching contributions
  • Free Continuing Education Units
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Company paid life and long-term disability insurance
  • Company paid parental leave with tenure for birth, adoption, and foster parents
  • Voluntary long-term care, critical illness, and accident insurance
  • Employee Assistance program
  • Local and national award programs
  • Referral bonus program
  • Mileage reimbursement
  • Corporate discount program w/access to >300,000 businesses
  • Company assistance program supporting teammates in times of need

How you’ll make an impact as a Home Health Occupational Therapist

Work one-on-one with patients when and where they need the most help – in their home!

Empower patients to live safely and productively in their home and complete the tasks they want to do and need to do every day

Help patients and families adapt their environment, modify tasks, and use equipment to improve participation in daily activities and improve quality of life

Minimum Qualifications

  • Bachelor of Science in Occupational Therapy
  • Current State License as an Occupational Therapist
  • Valid Driver’s License
  • Current CPR, negative TB screen and Hepatitis consent/declination
  • Two years’ experience as an Occupational Therapist in an acute care or rehabilitation setting

Knowledge and Skills

  • Therapy skills as defined as generally accepted standards of practice
  • Good interpersonal skills
  • Knowledge of durable medical equipment

Care for Who I Am is Caring for Who We Are. Together We Are:

Welcoming everyone. Empowering belonging. Allying for inclusivity. Removing barriers. Engaging community.

  • WE ARE fostering an inclusive environment where every teammate matters and can be their best selves.
  • WE ARE becoming a reflection of our patients, families, and partners.
  • WE ARE transforming care at home for every community serve.
  • Build a Rewarding Career with Compassus

At Compassus, we care for our team members as much as we care for our patients and their families. Through our Care for Who I Am culture, we show compassion, respect, and appreciation for every individual. Embark on a career that cares for you while you care for others.

Your Career Journey Matters

We’re dedicated to helping you grow and succeed. Whether you’re pursuing leadership roles, specialized training, or exploring new career paths, we provide the tools and support you need to thrive.

The Compassus Advantage

  • Meaningful Work: Make an impact every day by honoring the quality of life of our patients, supporting them and their families with compassion, and creating moments that truly matter.
  • Career Development: Access leadership pathways, mentorship, and personalized professional development.
  • Innovation Meets Compassion: Collaborate with a supportive team using the latest tools and technologies to deliver exceptional care.
  • Enhanced Benefits: Enjoy competitive pay, flexible time off, tuition reimbursement, and wellness programs designed for your well-being.
  • Recognition and Support: Be celebrated for your contributions through recognition programs that honor your dedication.
  • A Culture of Belonging: Thrive in a culture where you can be your authentic self, valued for your unique contributions and supported in a community that embraces diversity and inclusion.

Ready to Join?

At Compassus, your career is more than a job—it’s an opportunity to make a lasting impact. Take the next step and join a team that empowers you to grow, innovate, and thrive.

Key Responsibilities

Provide one-on-one occupational therapy services to patients in their homes to improve their daily functioning and quality of life. Assist patients and families in adapting environments, modifying tasks, and utilizing equipment to ensure safe and productive living.

Requirements

Requires a Bachelor of Science in Occupational Therapy and a current state license. Candidates must have at least two years of experience in an acute care or rehabilitation setting, along with current CPR certification.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Home health carePatient assessmentPatient care planningTherapeutic interventionsDocumentationClinical standards of practice

Occupational Therapist Career Context

In Michigan, the Occupational Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$92k (92 salary observations; 869 listings), vs ~$97k nationally (5,716 salary observations; 28,639 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-01-01 through 2026-11-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.

The cost-of-living index for Michigan is 96.2 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 61.8% of Michigan clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

What does the Occupational Therapy market look like in Michigan?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Listed paynot listedOccupational Therapy median $90k (middle half $75k–$104k)183 comparable listings, Nov 2026
Michigan vs national$92k median in Michigan$97k nationally (−5%)92 state / 5,716 national salary observations
Cost of livingMichigan index 96.2US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Occupational Therapy listings in Michigan312 active9,061 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 8% remote · 42% no call · 58% no weekends50 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedMichigan Occupational Therapist listings: 19% state a sign-on bonus (median $10k) · 8% offer loan repayment339 active listings, Nov 2026
New Occupational Therapy listings3,243 in the last 30 days1,641 the 30 days before (+98%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Occupational Therapy pay trend+3.5% vs prior quarter—through Oct 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Nov 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Top Occupational Therapist Jobs

42 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

39 jobs · 32 employers
18
<$105k
7
$105k-125k
8
$125k-145k
6
$145k-165k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

36 jobs · 32 employers
401k / retirement match
97% this job
CME allowance
53% this job
Sign-on bonus
22%
Loan repayment
11%
Relocation assistance
3%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

#1

Occupational Therapist (Home Health)

21st Century Home Health Services · Galt, California

$130k-$160k
#2

Occupational Therapist, OT, Flexible Schedule, Home HealthContract

Concierge Home Care · Melbourne, Florida

$70-$75/hr
#3

Occupational Therapist, OT, Flexible Weekday Schedule

$65-$75/hr
#4

School-Based Occupational Therapist (OT)

$67-$73/hr
+ 40 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

median 4.8this job 4.8
Better work-life than 50% of Occupational Therapy listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 8,973 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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About Compassus

Hospitals and Health Care
Brentwood, TN
1,001-5,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

Competitive pay
Flexible scheduling
Health, dental, vision for part & full-time positions
Wellness reimbursements
Pre-tax FSA and HSA plans
Generous Paid Time Off plan
401(k) with company matching contributions
Free Continuing Education Units

Living in Alpena

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$198k
Median resident rent
$625/mo
Residents’ average commute
11 min
State income tax
Up to 4.3%
Sources & methodology

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

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