Pays $46.57-$72.29/hr — Occupational Therapist market median is ~$108k (382 jobs)
Occupational Therapist - Providence Seward
About the Role
Full-time occupational therapist, day shift. $5k hiring bonus, relocation. Seward, AK.
Join Providence as a Occupational Therapist – Seward, AK in Seward, Alaska. Assesses, plans implements, and evaluates occupational therapy services within the guidelines established by the American Occupational Therapy Association. Provides services to inpatients, outpatients, Home Health clients, long term care residents.
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree - Occupational Therapy or,.
- Master's Degree - Occupational Therapy or,.
- Ph. D. - Occupational Therapy.
- Alaska Occupational Therapist License upon hire.
Benefits & Compensation
- Pay rate: $46.57 - $72.29/hour.
Work Schedule
- Full-Time position.
- Call responsibilities required.
- Day shift only - no nights.
Work with Providence in Seward, Alaska.
Key Responsibilities
The Occupational Therapist assesses, plans, and evaluates therapy services for inpatients, outpatients, and long-term care residents. They collaborate with the healthcare team to provide patient-focused care in compliance with medical center and regulatory standards.
Qualifications
- Education
- Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
Certifications
Key Skills
Occupational Therapy — Occupational Therapist Career Context
In Alaska, Occupational Therapy listings on WeekdayDoc pay a median of ~$126k across 16 listings, vs ~$97k nationally (8,525 listings).
Alaska's cost-of-living index is 125.8 (US average = 100), so the posted ~$124k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $98k in an average-cost state — Alaska ranks #8 of 50 for clinician purchasing power. 58.9% of Alaska clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Occupational Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is up 5.3% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).
Work-Life Balance Overview
This Occupational Therapist - Providence Seward position at Providence includes the following lifestyle factors: no night shifts. Candidates should review the full job details to assess overall work-life fit.
Location & Logistics
Alaska has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. At the posted ~$124k midpoint, that is roughly $5k–$9k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.
Position Insights
AI ANALYSISThis role scores 5.1/10 on work-life balance for Occupational Therapist roles.
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