Per Diem Occupational Therapist - Inpatient
Listed compensation
$35.84-$54.82/hr
The week · per this posting
Ask the employer about call expectations, nights and shift pattern and time off.
Job Description
Site: Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital, Inc.
Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care.
We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.
Job Summary
Starting base pay rate is $43.31
We are seeking an Inpatient Per Diem Occupational Therapist to provide exceptional care to patients throughout the hospital. In this acute care setting, our Occupational Therapists evaluate and treat patients with a wide range of orthopedic and medical conditions to optimize function and independence.
Weekend (primarily Saturday) and occasional weekday shifts available.
Summary
Helps people of all ages to participate in the activities and occupations that are important to them. Routinely works with individuals who have physical, cognitive, developmental, or emotional challenges that affect their ability to perform everyday tasks.
Does this position require Patient Care? Yes
Essential Functions
- Conduct assessments of patients' physical, mental, and developmental abilities.
- Develop individualized treatment plans based on assessments.
- Implement and monitor treatment plans, adjusting as needed.
- Provide education to patients and their families about therapeutic activities and exercises they can do at home.
- Collaborate with other healthcare professionals, such as physicians, nurses, and physical therapists, to provide comprehensive care.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records and progress notes.
- Attend staff meetings, continuing education programs, and professional development activities to stay current with new techniques and best practices.
Qualifications
- Education
- Master's Degree Occupational Therapy required
Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?
No
- Licenses and Credentials
- Occupational Therapist [State License] - Required
- Basic Life Support [BLS Certification] - Various Issuers preferred
Experience
1-2 years preferred
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Ability to work effectively with patients and co-workers.
- Knowledge of medical terminology.
- Excellent time management skills.
- Good oral and written communication skills.
- Excellent interpersonal skills required.
Additional Job Details (if applicable)
Remote Type
Onsite
Work Location: 1153 Centre Street
Scheduled Weekly Hours
0
Employee Type
Per Diem
Work Shift
Day (United States of America)
Pay Range
$35.84 - $54.82/Hourly
Grade
6
At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization.
Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors.
The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package.
In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth.
We invite you to apply, and our Talent Acquisition team will provide an overview of your potential compensation and benefits package.
EEO Statement
2810 Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law.
We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.
To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.
Mass General Brigham Competency Framework
At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership “looks like” by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level.
The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success.
These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.
Key Responsibilities
The Occupational Therapist will evaluate and treat patients with various orthopedic and medical conditions to optimize their function and independence. They are responsible for developing individualized treatment plans, monitoring progress, and collaborating with the healthcare team to provide comprehensive care.
Qualifications
- Education
- Master's degree (postgraduate degree)
Certifications
Key Skills
Occupational Therapist Career Context
In Massachusetts, the Occupational Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$92k (194 salary observations; 630 listings), vs ~$96k nationally (4,943 salary observations; 28,957 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 Massachusetts is 105.8 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$94k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $89k in an average-cost state. 63.2% of Massachusetts clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts vs national | $92k median in Massachusetts | $96k nationally (−5%)194 state / 4,943 national salary observations |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$89k in purchasing power | Massachusetts index 105.8 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Occupational Therapy listings in Massachusetts | 229 active | 9,051 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 38% no call · 70% no weekends47 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | Massachusetts occupational therapist listings (all specialties): 15% state a sign-on bonus (median $5k) · 7% offer loan repayment239 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| New Occupational Therapy listings | 3,166 in the last 30 days | 1,639 the 30 days before (+93%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Occupational Therapy pay trend | +2.6% vs prior quarter | —through Oct 2026 |
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