Changes in health care delivery have created some shifts in employment that reflect new federal guidelines for rehabilitative care reimbursement. The uniqueness of occupational therapy, its focus on habilitation and rehabilitation, its contribution to wellness and its ability to serve a wide variety of clients in multiple settings all bring a variety of employment opportunities to graduates. The Health Professions Division offers job placement services to occupational therapy graduate. We maintain listings of available positions in South Florida and other parts of the country. Assistance available from the Program includes resume construction, job interview skills, and techniques of searching for occupational therapy positions throughout the United States.
Salaries vary according to geographic region and demand for service.
Many occupational therapists manage independent practices and employ other therapists to work with them.