Occupational Therapist Jobs in Arkansas
Across 82 live Occupational Therapist listings in Arkansas, median advertised pay is $114K (75th percentile $125K), based on the 17 that state a salary; Arkansas ranks 15th of 51 states by median advertised pay; the employers with the most openings are Lifepoint Health (18), Reliant Rehabilitation (10), Encompass Health (6).
82+ positions available
Figures are computed from live listings and reviewed by WeekdayDoc’s physician-led editorial team; data as of October 20, 2026. Posted ranges, not accepted offers. How we compute this
These 17 roles pay ~$114k median with 4.8/10 median work-life balance — use these as your benchmarks.
Occupational Therapist - Part Time
No Limits Pediatric TherapiesEmployer score · SilverBentonville, AR
Occupational Therapist per diem
UnitedHealth GroupEmployer score · SilverMonticello, AR
Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA), Outpatient Clinic, PRN
Lifepoint HealthRussellville, AR
Occupational Therapist- Per Diem
Regency Hospital - NW Arkansas SpringdaleSpringdale, AR
Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA), Inpatient Rehabilitation, PRN
Lifepoint HealthHot Springs, AR
Occupational Therapist, Inpatient Rehabilitation, PRN
Lifepoint HealthHot Springs, AR
Occupational Therapist (OT), Outpatient, PRN
Lifepoint HealthPine Bluff, AR
Occupational Therapist (OT), Outpatient
Lifepoint HealthPine Bluff, AR
Outpatient Occupational Therapist - Hand Therapy
University of Arkansas SystemLittle Rock, AR
Outpatient Occupational Therapist - Hand Therapy
University of Arkansas for Medical SciencesLittle Rock, AR
Home Health Occupational Therapist
Ironside Human ResourcesEmployer score · SilverBerryville, AR
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Occupational Therapist Pay in Arkansas: Live Market and State Comparison
Live occupational therapist listings in Arkansas today, then Arkansas against neighboring states and the top payers over the last 12 months of our own postings — so every state is measured alike. Not a salary survey.
- Live listings
- 82
- Live median
- $114k
- 75th $125k · n=17
- 12-mo median
- $99k
- Pay rank
- #15 of 51
- Work-life
- 5.1/10 · #34
- 12-mo postings
- 188
Occupational Therapist roles in Arkansas advertise $3k above the $96k median across the 51 states we can measure, where District of Columbia leads at $158k.
| State | Median pay (12 mo) | vs AR | WLB | Postings (12 mo) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arkansas (this page) | $99k | — | 5.1/10 | 188 |
| District of Columbia#1 | $158k | +$59k | 4.6/10 | 37 |
| Mississippiborders | $101k | +$2k | 4.6/10 | 124 |
| Louisianaborders | $95k | −$4k | 4.9/10 | 203 |
| Texasborders | $92k | −$7k | 5.1/10 | 2874 |
| Missouriborders | $91k | −$8k | 5.4/10 | 504 |
| Tennesseeborders | $91k | −$9k | 5.4/10 | 493 |
| Oklahomaborders | $86k | −$13k | 5.1/10 | 293 |
“borders” = shares a border with Arkansas; “#n” = national pay rank among the 51 measured states. Live figures count the listings on WeekdayDoc today (updated Oct 20, 2026); 12-month figures include postings since closed, so states compare on the same basis.
- Most openings on this page:
- Lifepoint Health (18), Reliant Rehabilitation (10), Encompass Health (6)
- Top-rated employers hiring:
- BetterHelp (gold, 96/100), Talkiatry (gold, 95/100), Hiaah (gold, 95/100) (Top Employers work-life index)
A few things worth knowing
About Occupational Therapist jobs in Arkansas.
How much do occupational therapists earn in Arkansas?
A reliable salary estimate is unavailable for this sample of occupational therapists. Compensation varies by role, specialty, location, and schedule. Compare employer-posted pay where disclosed, including its currency and pay period; missing pay is not estimated.
Are there remote or hybrid occupational therapist jobs available?
Some occupational therapists roles offer remote or hybrid flexibility. You can filter for telehealth and work-from-home options, and every listing shows its remote status before you apply.
Which occupational therapist jobs have the best work-life balance?
Every occupational therapist role on WeekdayDoc is scored for burnout risk using call schedule, weekend and night requirements, and remote flexibility. Among current listings, 5% with no on-call and 70% with no weekends. You can sort by work-life-balance score to surface the lowest-burnout roles first.
Who is hiring occupational therapists in Arkansas right now?
Employers currently hiring for occupational therapist roles include Lifepoint Health, Arkansas Children's Hospital, EmpowerMe Wellness, No Limits Pediatric Therapies, and others. WeekdayDoc aggregates verified openings from these and other organizations, refreshed daily.
How many occupational therapist jobs in Arkansas are available, and how often are they updated?
There are currently 82 occupational therapists positions in Arkansas listed, with new roles added as employers post them. Job descriptions are public. Verified sign-in with Google or email gives free access to regular Apply, full search, and standard Market Insights. Saved jobs, My Search, and the dashboard also require verified sign-in. Eligible featured employer listings allow Apply without signup or email. Basic calculators are public and free; optional AI contract analysis, RVU Billing Optimizer, and Schedule Optimizer reports remain paid.
Employers hiring now
Organizations with the most openings in Occupational Therapist Jobs in Arkansas
Reliant Rehabilitation10 open roles here · WLB 72/100
Encompass Health6 open roles here · WLB 43/100
EmpowerMe Wellness5 open roles here · WLB 72/100Freeman Health System3 open roles here · WLB 62/100
Kids Unlimited Learning Academy3 open roles here · WLB 75/100No Limits Pediatric Therapies3 open roles here · WLB 75/100
Therapeutic Focus3 open roles here · WLB 85/100