Occupational Therapist
Listed compensation
$55-$58/hr
The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed
Ask the employer about the work setting, call expectations, weekend coverage and time off.
Job Description
If you’re an Occupational Therapist (OT) who wants to empower patients to achieve meaningful outcomes through compassionate and patient-centered therapy—this is it.
In this role, you’ll provide occupational therapy services to the adult/geriatric population, working closely with patients to improve independence, mobility, safety, and overall quality of life. You’ll have the opportunity to follow patient progress over time and deliver truly patient-centered care in a collaborative clinical environment.
Here’s your chance to focus on what matters most—quality outcomes, consistency of care, and clinical autonomy while making a meaningful difference every day.
Therapy Management Corporation (TMC) is a trusted therapy provider dedicated to delivering high-quality rehabilitation services while creating environments where clinicians feel supported, valued and empowered.
Why This Role Stands Out
Build meaningful relationships while helping individuals improve independence, mobility and overall quality of life
- Enjoy flexible scheduling options and a supportive work environment designed to promote work-life balance
- Provide personalized, patient-centered occupational therapy focused on functional outcomes
- Deliver high-quality care in a setting that values clinical excellence over high patient volume
Thrive in a collaborative, therapist-driven environment that encourages professional growth, mentorship and clinical autonomy
Responsibilities
Evaluate patients and develop personalized care plans focused on functional independence, safety, and quality of life
Deliver care through therapeutic activities, ADL training, and adaptive techniques
Help patients improve their ability to perform daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, grooming, and meal preparation
Partner with interdisciplinary teams, caregivers, and nursing staff to support strong patient outcomes and continuity of care
Track patient progress, maintain accurate clinical documentation, and adapt treatment plans based on patient needs and rehabilitation goals
Qualifications
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive compensation
- Flexible scheduling
- Generous PTO and paid holidays (including one personal holiday)
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Continuing education (CEU) and state licensure reimbursement
- Mental wellness support program
- New graduate tuition reimbursement opportunities
- Career advancement and leadership development
Qualifications
- Licensed Occupational Therapist (OT) or license eligible in the state of practice
- Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapist Program
- Interest or experience in skilled nursing, long-term care or geriatric rehabilitation
- Passion for patient-centered care and improving quality of life for older adults
About Therapy Management Corporation
Therapy Management Corporation (TMC) partners with skilled nursing facilities and senior living communities across the country to provide Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, and Speech Therapy services that enhance mobility, independence, and overall wellbeing for residents.
Our mission is simple: Support clinicians so they can deliver exceptional patient care.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
Key Skills
Occupational Therapist Career Context
The cost-of-living index for Iowa is 87.8 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$118k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $134k in an average-cost state. 59.8% of Iowa clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Of the 40 active Occupational Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 43% have no call, 60% require no weekends.
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Listed pay | $114k–$121k | Occupational Therapy median $104k (middle half $94k–$118k)350 comparable listings, Nov 2026 |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$134k in purchasing power | Iowa index 87.8 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Occupational Therapy listings in Iowa | 65 active | 9,035 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 43% no call · 60% no weekends40 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | US Occupational Therapist listings: 12% state a sign-on bonus (median $8k) · 8% offer loan repayment1,000 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| New Occupational Therapy listings | 3,166 in the last 30 days | 1,610 the 30 days before (+97%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Occupational Therapy pay trend | +3.5% vs prior quarter | —through Oct 2026 |
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