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Boothby Therapy Services
Merrimack, New Hampshire

Occupational Therapist $10,000 Sign On

Occupational TherapistFull-Time

Listed compensation

$40-$53/hr

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Job Description

Occupational Therapist (OT) – $40–$53/hr + Sign-On Bonus | Urgently Hiring

Your Next Opportunity Is Waiting. And Students Need You Now.

At Boothby Therapy Services, we believe that when exceptional therapists feel supported, empowered, and valued, incredible things happen for students.

We're urgently hiring a full-time Occupational Therapist (OT) to support students in Merrimack, New Hampshire, and the Lakes Region for the 2026–2027 school year.

This is an opportunity to step into a meaningful school-based role, make an immediate difference in students' lives, and join a team that genuinely cares about your success.

And because we know your expertise is valuable, we're offering competitive pay of $40–$53 per hour PLUS a sign-on bonus!

Whether you're an experienced school-based OT or looking to bring your clinical skills into an educational setting, you'll find more than a position at Boothby. You'll find a team that respects your expertise, invests in your growth, and supports you every step of the way.

Position Highlights

Competitive Pay: $40–$53 per hour, based on experience

Sign-On Bonus: Available for this opportunity! Ask our team for details.

  • Location: Merrimack, NH
  • Schedule: Full-time, school-based position
  • Start Date: As soon as possible
  • School Year: 2026–2027
  • Setting: Public school / special education, K–12
  • Dedicated Support: An experienced Service Delivery Manager providing ongoing clinical guidance, mentorship, and support
  • Meaningful Work: Help students build the skills, confidence, and independence they need to succeed
  • Why Occupational Therapists Choose Boothby

Because your work matters. And so do you.

Our mission is simple: Help Children Succeed. We know that starts with creating an environment where our therapists feel supported, empowered, and appreciated.

Here's What Makes Boothby Different

You're Never on Your Own. You'll have a dedicated Service Delivery Manager who understands your profession and is invested in helping you succeed.

Your Expertise Is Valued. We trust our therapists as professionals and empower them to make meaningful contributions to their students and school communities.

A Culture Built on Kindness. Join a collaborative team that leads with professionalism, celebrates progress, and genuinely cares about the people behind the work.

Opportunities to Keep Growing. Access professional development, continuing education support, and opportunities to strengthen your clinical skills.

A School-Year Schedule. Enjoy a schedule aligned with the academic calendar, offering a meaningful balance between your professional and personal life.

Benefits for Eligible Employees Include

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • Paid time off
  • Continuing education and professional development support
  • Professional license and certification reimbursement
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Educational assistance opportunities

Your Impact as a School-Based Occupational Therapist

Students need a dedicated OT who can help them participate, learn, and thrive in their school environment.

In This Role, You'll

Provide individualized and small-group occupational therapy services to K–12 students

Conduct Occupational Therapy Evaluations and Assessments

  • Develop, implement, and monitor occupational therapy goals within Individualized Education Programs (IEPs)
  • Support fine motor development, handwriting, sensory regulation, executive functioning, and functional independence
  • Collaborate with teachers, special educators, families, and related service providers
  • Recommend classroom accommodations, adaptive equipment, and assistive technology
  • Participate in IEP meetings and multidisciplinary team discussions
  • Maintain accurate documentation, progress notes, and service records

Most importantly, you'll help students overcome challenges, build confidence, and achieve meaningful milestones.

What We're Looking For

  • Active New Hampshire Occupational Therapist license (required)
  • Degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program
  • Experience or interest in pediatric occupational therapy, school-based services, or special education
  • Strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills
  • A student-centered approach and genuine passion for helping children succeed
  • Availability to begin as soon as possible is strongly preferred

New to school-based occupational therapy? We welcome OTs from a variety of clinical backgrounds who are excited to bring their expertise into an educational setting.

Students Are Waiting. Your Impact Can Start Now.

At Boothby Therapy Services, we believe exceptional outcomes begin with exceptional people.

We're ready to welcome a dedicated Occupational Therapist to our team in Merrimack, NH, and we're excited to connect with candidates who are ready to make a difference.

With competitive pay, a sign-on bonus, exceptional clinical support, and a mission-driven team behind you, this could be the opportunity you've been looking for.

Apply today! We're actively reviewing applications and looking to fill this position as soon as possible.

Join Boothby Therapy Services and help us Help Children Succeed.

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Background checks will be conducted on all final candidates.

Key Responsibilities

Provide individualized and small-group occupational therapy services to K-12 students while developing and monitoring goals within Individualized Education Programs. Collaborate with teachers, families, and multidisciplinary teams to support student success through assessments and classroom accommodations.

Requirements

Candidates must hold an active New Hampshire Occupational Therapist license and a degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program. Experience or interest in pediatric or school-based settings is required.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure

Key Skills

Pediatric therapyIEP developmentHandwriting supportClinical assessment

Occupational Therapist Career Context

The cost-of-living index for New Hampshire is 104.2 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$97k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $93k in an average-cost state. 60.5% of New Hampshire clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Of the 44 active Occupational Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 5% are remote, 43% have no call, 50% require no weekends.

What does the Occupational Therapy market look like in New Hampshire?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Listed pay$83k–$110kOccupational Therapy median $94k (middle half $87k–$106k)87 comparable listings, Oct 2026
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$93k in purchasing powerNew Hampshire index 104.2 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Occupational Therapy listings in New Hampshire57 active9,135 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 5% remote · 43% no call · 50% no weekends44 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repayment$10k sign-onUS Occupational Therapist listings: 14% state a sign-on bonus (median $9k) · 9% offer loan repayment1,000 active listings, Oct 2026
Occupational Therapy pay trend+2.2% vs prior quarter—through Sep 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Oct 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Location & Logistics

New Hampshire has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. At the posted ~$97k midpoint, that is roughly $4k–$7k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.

Top Occupational Therapist Jobs

20 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

20 jobs · 13 employers
11
<$105k
5
$105k-120k
2
$120k-135k
1
$141k
1
$160k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

20 jobs · 13 employers
401k / retirement match
100% this job
CME allowance
40% this job
Sign-on bonus
25% this job
Loan repayment
25%
PSLF eligible
5%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

#1

Occupational Therapist (Home Health)

21st Century Home Health Services · Galt, California

$130k-$160k
#2

Occupational Therapist - PRNPer Diem

Sentara Health · Virginia Beach, Virginia

$96k-$141k
#3

Occupational Therapist (OT) Acute Care

$80k-$130k
#4

OT / Occupational Therapist - Home Health

$98k-$123k
+ 18 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

median 4.8this job 3.0
Better work-life than 20% of Occupational Therapy listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 9,128 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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About Boothby Therapy Services

Individual and Family Services
Laconia, NH
51-200 employees

Benefits & Perks

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) retirement plan
Paid time off
Continuing education and professional development support
Professional license and certification reimbursement
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Educational assistance opportunities
$10,000 sign-on bonus

Living in Merrimack

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$548k
Typical market rent
$2,530/mo
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
105.7
State income tax
None
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Sep 2026), Zillow market rents (Sep 2026).

BEA 2024 · Manchester-Nashua, NH metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

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