Occupational Therapist Jobs in Iowa
Across 82 live Occupational Therapist listings in Iowa, median advertised pay is $114K (75th percentile $121K), based on the 15 that state a salary; Iowa ranks 20th of 51 states by median advertised pay; the employers with the most openings are Reliant Rehabilitation (8), UnityPoint Health (8), Child Serve (6).
82+ positions available
Figures are computed from live listings and reviewed by WeekdayDoc’s physician-led editorial team; data as of October 17, 2026. Posted ranges, not accepted offers. How we compute this
These 15 roles pay ~$114k median with 4.8/10 median work-life balance — use these as your benchmarks.
Occupational Therapist Assistant (OTA)
Occupational Therapist | Staff-Senior | Acute Care | Medical Center University | 50%25 Line
University of IowaIowa City, IA
Occupational Therapist-PRN
UnityPoint HealthSioux City, IA
Occupational Therapist OT - Hospital (PRN)
UnityPoint HealthCedar Rapids, IA
Occupational Therapist – Waterloo, IA
FOX RehabilitationWaterloo, IA
Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant PRN
Occupational Therapist (OT), Acute Rehabilitation
Lifepoint HealthCedar Rapids, IA
Occupational Therapist
Rock Valley Physical Therapy CenterGreenfield, IA
Occupational Therapist (OT)
Key RehabilitationClarinda, IA
Occupational Therapist
Key RehabilitationHartford Township, IA
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Occupational Therapist Pay in Iowa: Live Market and State Comparison
Live occupational therapist listings in Iowa today, then Iowa 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 $121k · n=15
- 12-mo median
- $97k
- Pay rank
- #20 of 51
- Work-life
- 5.5/10 · #4
- 12-mo postings
- 222
Occupational Therapist pay in Iowa sits level with the $96k median across the 51 states we can measure, where District of Columbia leads at $158k.
| State | Median pay (12 mo) | vs IA | WLB | Postings (12 mo) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Iowa (this page) | $97k | — | 5.5/10 | 222 |
| District of Columbia#1 | $158k | +$61k | 4.6/10 | 37 |
| South Dakotaborders | $101k | +$4k | 4.9/10 | 80 |
| Nebraskaborders | $96k | −$1k | 5.4/10 | 107 |
| Illinoisborders | $92k | −$5k | 5.2/10 | 1021 |
| Minnesotaborders | $91k | −$6k | 5.5/10 | 520 |
| Missouriborders | $91k | −$6k | 5.4/10 | 504 |
| Wisconsinborders | $90k | −$7k | 5.5/10 | 529 |
“borders” = shares a border with Iowa; “#n” = national pay rank among the 51 measured states. Live figures count the listings on WeekdayDoc today (updated Oct 17, 2026); 12-month figures include postings since closed, so states compare on the same basis.
- Most openings on this page:
- Reliant Rehabilitation (8), UnityPoint Health (8), Child Serve (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 Iowa.
How much do occupational therapists earn in Iowa?
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?
Yes — about 5% of current occupational therapists listings offer remote or hybrid work. 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. You can sort by work-life-balance score to surface the lowest-burnout roles first.
Who is hiring occupational therapists in Iowa right now?
Employers currently hiring for occupational therapist roles include Key Rehabilitation, UnityPoint Health, University of Iowa, FOX Rehabilitation, and others. WeekdayDoc aggregates verified openings from these and other organizations, refreshed daily.
How many occupational therapist jobs in Iowa are available, and how often are they updated?
There are currently 82 occupational therapists positions in Iowa 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 Iowa
Reliant Rehabilitation8 open roles here · WLB 72/100
Child Serve6 open roles here · WLB 54/100- FOX Rehabilitation6 open roles here · WLB 74/100
Trinity Health6 open roles here · WLB 60/100
Elara Caring4 open roles here · WLB 74/100
EmpowerMe Wellness4 open roles here · WLB 72/100