Occupational Therapist (OT)
Listed compensation
$55-$58/hr
The week · per this posting
Schedule not stated in this posting — no days, weekends, call or nights given.
Ask the employer about the work setting, call expectations, weekend coverage and time off.
Job Description
- HealthPro Heritage has a great Occupational Therapy (OT) opportunity.
- Need: PRN
- Location: Sanctuary at Wilmington Place in Dayton, OH
- Setting: Long-term care
- Rate Range: $55-$58/hr (based on years of experience)
Perks
Flexible schedule: PRN positions allow you to accept shifts based on your availability, making it ideal for supplementing income, maintaining work-life balance, or working around another job.
Competitive hourly compensation: While the posting cited a COTA rate of $35-$38/hour, PRN OTs typically earn higher hourly rates than COTAs due to licensure and responsibility levels. The exact OT pay rate would depend on experience and current market conditions.
Professional growth opportunities: HealthPro Heritage promotes continuing education, clinical development, and career growth opportunities for therapy staff.
Supportive therapy-led culture: The organization emphasizes collaboration, respect, teamwork, and open communication among rehabilitation professionals.
Interdisciplinary teamwork: You'll work closely with PTs, PTAs, COTAs, speech therapists, nursing staff, and physicians to coordinate patient care.
Diverse clinical caseload: The Sanctuary provides skilled nursing, rehabilitation, and long-term care services, giving OTs exposure to:
- Short-term rehab patients
- Post-hospital recovery patients
- Long-term care residents
Older Adults with Varying Functional Needs
Meaningful patient impact: Occupational therapy services focus on helping residents regain independence in activities of daily living, including dressing, grooming, feeding, mobility, and adaptive strategies.
Why Choose HealthPro Heritage?
Purpose-Driven Work: Be part of a mission-driven organization dedicated to compassionate care and innovative therapy solutions.
Growth Opportunities: Enjoy continuous learning and development opportunities tailored to support your professional growth.
Collaborative Culture: Thrive in a supportive environment where teamwork, respect, and open communication are at the heart of everything we do.
Commitment to Excellence: Join a team recognized for clinical expertise and commitment to delivering high-quality care and outcomes.
Competitive Benefits Package: Enjoy competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package designed with YOU in mind!
Join Us in Making a Difference
At HealthPro Heritage, we offer a fulfilling career where you can make a positive impact on lives and achieve personal and professional growth. As a therapist-led, diverse organization, we provide clinical services across various settings, including nursing facilities, retirement communities, hospitals, home care, schools, and clinics. Join us to be part of a team that values your skills, listens to your input, and makes a meaningful difference in the community.
Responsibilities
Patient Assessment: Patient Assessment: Evaluate clients' physical, emotional, and cognitive abilities using observations and standardized tools.
Treatment and Education: Create personalized treatment plans to meet clients' goals and enhance their functional abilities. Educate clients and their families on improving daily activities, including the use of adaptive equipment and environmental modifications.
Documentation: Maintain accurate records of evaluations, progress, and treatment plans, ensuring compliance with legal and ethical standards.
Advocacy and Support: Advocate for clients' needs and support them in accessing community resources, services, and accommodations.
Qualifications
- Education: Degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited institution.
- Licensure: Valid state licensure as an Occupational Therapist, or license eligible
Skills
Strong clinical assessment and diagnostic skills. Proficient in developing and implementing effective treatment plans. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a patient-centered approach.
Physical Requirements: Ability to lift and assist patients as needed. Must be able to stand for extended periods and perform physical tasks related to therapy.
HealthPRO Heritage and its subsidiaries provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.
In addition to federal law requirements, HealthPRO Heritage and its subsidiaries comply with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company facilities.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Occupational Therapist Career Context
The cost-of-living index for Ohio is 92.8 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$118k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $127k in an average-cost state. 61.3% of Ohio clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Of the 40 active Occupational Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 3% are remote, 40% have no call, 75% require no weekends.
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Listed pay | $114k–$121k | Occupational Therapy median $90k (middle half $89k–$106k)17 comparable listings, Nov 2026 |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$127k in purchasing power | Ohio index 92.8 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Occupational Therapy listings in Ohio | 399 active | 8,975 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 3% remote · 40% no call · 75% no weekends40 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | Ohio Occupational Therapist listings: 7% state a sign-on bonus (median $8k) · 11% offer loan repayment425 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| New Occupational Therapy listings | 3,074 in the last 30 days | 1,790 the 30 days before (+72%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Occupational Therapy pay trend | +3.5% vs prior quarter | —through Oct 2026 |
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