Under close supervision of an occupational therapist or occupational therapy assistant, perform only delegated, selected, or routine tasks in specific situations. These duties include preparing patient and treatment room.
SOC: 31-2012.00
Common Job Titles
Occupational Therapy Aide (OT Aide)
Rehabilitation Aide (Rehab Aide)
Rehabilitation Services Aide
Restorative Aide
What You'll Need to Succeed
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Key competencies for this occupation at a glance
Hands-onPrepare treatment rooms and therapeutic equipment following occupational therapist protocols and infection control standards.
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MindsetEngage patients during therapy sessions demonstrating respect and empathy under close supervision.
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Hands-onPerform delegated routine patient care tasks in clinical settings under direct supervision of occupational therapists or assistants.
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KnowledgeIdentify patient needs and treatment room supply requirements by observing patient behaviors and monitoring inventory levels.
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Hands-onHandle adaptive equipment and assistive devices such as wheelchairs, transfer belts, and therapeutic balls during patient care.
Developing
KnowledgeExplain basic therapy procedures and activity instructions to patients using clear communication under therapist guidance.
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Hands-onOperate computers and electronic medical record systems to document patient information and schedule appointments.
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KnowledgeDistinguish appropriate therapeutic materials and tools for specific delegated tasks based on therapist instructions.
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MindsetParticipate in interpersonal interactions with healthcare team members by communicating patient observations and maintaining professional relationships.
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MindsetAttend to patient safety and comfort concerns while assisting with therapeutic activities and mobility.
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Wage Data According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics
Annual wage data for Occupational Therapy Aides (2024)
Estimated Total Employment (U.S.)
5,000
Wage Distribution by Percentile
Line chart of annual wages by percentile. U.S. is the solid line. 10th percentile: U.S. $27,970. 25th percentile: U.S. $34,840. 50th percentile: U.S. $37,370. 75th percentile: U.S. $44,190. 90th percentile: U.S. $65,580. Use the left and right arrow keys to move between percentiles.
U.S.
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U.S.
10% of workers earn the following or less
$27,970
10% of workers earn the following or more
$65,580
Workers on average earn
$41,850
+ indicates wage is at or above the BLS reporting cap ($239,200/year)
Skills & Requirements
Key competencies for this occupation, ranked by importance
Therapy and Counseling4.4/5
English Language4.2/5
Customer and Personal Service4.1/5
Psychology3.8/5
Computers and Electronics3.7/5
Skills & Requirements: Knowledge
Tools & Technology
Equipment and software commonly used in this occupation
