Occupational Therapist Jobs in Nebraska
Across 45 live Occupational Therapist listings in Nebraska, median advertised pay is $108K, based on the 7 that state a salary; Nebraska ranks 24th of 51 states by median advertised pay; the employers with the most openings are Vetter Senior Living (8), Sanford Health (7), Key Rehabilitation (6).
45+ 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 7 roles pay ~$108k median with 6.2/10 median work-life balance — use these as your benchmarks.
Salary Distribution
7 jobs · 2 employersAnnual compensation range
Work-Life Balance Distribution
7 jobs · 2 employersHigher = better work-life balance
PRN Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)
Vetter Senior LivingNorth Platte, NE
Part Time Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant
Vetter Senior LivingLincoln, NE
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Occupational Therapist Pay in Nebraska: Live Market and State Comparison
Live occupational therapist listings in Nebraska today, then Nebraska 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
- 45
- Live median
- $108k
- 75th $108k · n=7
- 12-mo median
- $96k
- Pay rank
- #24 of 51
- Work-life
- 5.4/10 · #13
- 12-mo postings
- 107
Occupational Therapist pay in Nebraska 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 NE | WLB | Postings (12 mo) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nebraska (this page) | $96k | — | 5.4/10 | 107 |
| District of Columbia#1 | $158k | +$62k | 4.6/10 | 37 |
| Wyomingborders | $111k | +$15k | 4.9/10 | 54 |
| South Dakotaborders | $101k | +$4k | 4.9/10 | 80 |
| Kansasborders | $100k | +$4k | 5.4/10 | 213 |
| Coloradoborders | $97k | +$1k | 5.5/10 | 656 |
| Iowaborders | $97k | +$1k | 5.5/10 | 222 |
| Missouriborders | $91k | −$6k | 5.4/10 | 504 |
“borders” = shares a border with Nebraska; “#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:
- Vetter Senior Living (8), Sanford Health (7), Key Rehabilitation (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 Nebraska.
How much do occupational therapists earn in Nebraska?
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. You can sort by work-life-balance score to surface the lowest-burnout roles first.
Who is hiring occupational therapists in Nebraska right now?
Employers currently hiring for occupational therapist roles include Vetter Senior Living, Hillcrest Health & LIving, Key Rehabilitation, Infinity Rehab, and others. WeekdayDoc aggregates verified openings from these and other organizations, refreshed daily.
How many occupational therapist jobs in Nebraska are available, and how often are they updated?
There are currently 45 occupational therapists positions in Nebraska 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 Nebraska
- Vetter Senior Living8 open roles here · WLB 73/100
Sanford Health7 open roles here · WLB 60/100
Key Rehabilitation6 open roles here · WLB 69/100GO Physical Therapy5 open roles here · WLB 73/100
Hillcrest Health & LIving5 open roles here · WLB 65/100- Hillcrest Health Services2 open roles here · WLB 63/100
Infinity Rehab2 open roles here · WLB 76/100
Best Care1 open role here · WLB 48/100