Occupational Therapist, Registered OTR
Listed compensation
$45-$49.5/hr
The week · per this posting
Ask the employer about the work setting, call expectations, nights and shift pattern and time off.
Job Description
Who We Are
Sholom is a mission-driven nonprofit senior care provider in the Twin Cities, offering a full continuum of services—from independent living and assisted living to memory care, hospice, home care, and more. Our vibrant, values-based culture is built on Care, Compassion, and Community. With more than a century of service, we’re dedicated to improving lives, fostering connection, and being a trusted resource. Everyone is welcome here, and everyone matters.
If you’re looking for more than a job—and want to find purpose, career growth, and community—Sholom is where you belong. Apply today and start making a difference.
Summary
The Registered Occupational therapist (OTR) assists clients to improve their ability to perform daily living tasks, basic motor functions and cognitive abilities.
Job Specifications
Education, Experience and Credentials
- Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited school in Occupational Therapy required.
- One or more years hands-on experience working with a geriatric population preferred.
- Must be licensed with the State of Minnesota as an Occupational Therapist and must maintain licensure.
- Must be registered with the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT).
- CPR/First Aid certified through American Red Cross required.
Benefit Offerings: Sholom offers a wide variety of competitive benefits. Benefit eligibility is dependent on hours worked. Benefit offerings include: Medical, Dental, Vision, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, Life and AD&D Insurance, HSA, FSA, Dependent Care FSA, 403(b) Retirement Plan with Employer Match and Hospital, Accident and Critical Illness Insurances. Competitive Paid Time off, Sick and Safe Time and Paid Holidays.
Educational Resources: Tuition Assistance Program and SNF RN/LPN Student Loan Reimbursement, Education discounts with local Universities and support navigating Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness and MN Long Term Care Nurse Forgiveness Programs.
Additional Benefits and Perks include: Gym memberships and discounts, Krupp Loan and/or Advance Programs, Employee Assistance Programs, Learn to Live Mental Health Resources, Cell Phone discounts, Movie discounts and much more!
Compensation
An individual's pay rate within the posted range may be determined by various factors, including skills, knowledge, relevant education, experience, and market conditions. Additionally, our organization prioritizes pay equity and considers internal team equity when making any offer. Hiring at the maximum of the range is not typical. Shift and/or other differentials may be available to increase your pay rate for certain shifts or work.
Sholom is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Internal POOL
Must agree to work one 8 hour shift per month on a Saturday or Sunday. Additional weekday availability preferred.
Hours may vary
Key Responsibilities
The Registered Occupational Therapist assists clients in improving their ability to perform daily living tasks, basic motor functions, and cognitive abilities. The role involves providing direct care within a mission-driven senior care environment.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Therapy and maintain a valid Minnesota state license. Registration with the NBCOT and current CPR/First Aid certification are also required.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
Key Skills
Occupational Therapist Career Context
In Minnesota, the Occupational Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$89k (187 salary observations; 462 listings), vs ~$97k nationally (6,812 salary observations; 26,149 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 Minnesota is 98.6 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$98k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $100k in an average-cost state. 63.4% of Minnesota clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Listed pay | $94k–$103k | Occupational Therapy median $90k (middle half $79k–$101k)16 comparable listings, Oct 2026 |
| Minnesota vs national | $89k median in Minnesota | $97k nationally (−8%)187 state / 6,812 national salary observations |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$100k in purchasing power | Minnesota index 98.6 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Occupational Therapy listings in Minnesota | 179 active | 9,233 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 10% remote · 33% no call · 65% no weekends40 benchmarked listings |
| Occupational Therapy pay trend | +1.5% vs prior quarter | —through Sep 2026 |
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