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Also known as: physical therapist
Avg. salary range
$96k–$104k
across regions
Hours / Day
8
Days / Week
5
working days
About this career
Occupational therapists assess, plan, organize, and participate in rehabilitative programs that help build or restore vocational, homemaking, and daily living skills, as well as general independence, to persons with disabilities or developmental delays. They help patients improve, regain and develop the skills needed for day to day life and work. They may provide long-term patient care and acute patient care.
Career Level
Where you could work
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Where do we get our data?
Our career data is based on regional averages provided by the Spokane Workforce Council. Data is subject to change based on location, job specialty, experience level, and/or union association.
What you'll need
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Strength/ Dexterity
Are you able to lift a moderate amount of weight without any issue? Can you stand or walk for an extended period of time?
Communication
Are you able to write or vocalize your thoughts efficiently? Can you retain information that you hear or read?
Leadership
Do you work well in a group setting? Are you good at building relationships with others? Are you good at recognizing the skills of others?
Organization
Are you able to keep clutter to a minimum? Can you keep track of lots of different information?
Education & Training
Master's Degree
A master's degree is the first level of graduate study. To apply for a master degree you usually must already hold an undergraduate degree (a bachelor's degree). Master's degrees usually take between two and three years to complete beyond undergraduate study.
Compensation
Spokane
Washington
Low
$80,200
Average
$95,700
High
$108,900
Washington minimum wage
Salary data reflects regional averages and may vary by employer, experience, and specialization.
Work Schedule
Shift cycle
5 on · 2 off per cycle
Typical shifts are 9am until 5pm, Monday through Friday. Shifts may differ based on company.
How does it compare?
Average Salary
$98,833
Overall Rank
42nd
out of 199 careers
In Health Science
14th
out of 39 careers
Salary distribution
Rankings are based on average salary data across all careers in our database. Individual earnings may vary.
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