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Occupational Therapist
BrightSpring Health Services · Tucson, AZ
$54.00–$58.00/ hour
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Occupational Therapist jobs in Tucson, AZ
The median occupational therapist pay in the Tucson area is $46.67 per hour ($97,080 a year), with the typical range running from $40.40 to $49.87. 2 open roles with published pay are listed for Tucson. The CMS hospital directory lists 10 hospitals in Tucson. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Tucson.
- $46.67median pay per hour, Tucson
- $40–$50typical range per hour
- 300occupational therapists employed in the metro area
- 2open roles with published pay
Open Occupational Therapist roles in Tucson
Per diemPosted 24 days ago
Occupational Therapist - PRN
Amedisys · Tucson, AZ
$55.00–$65.00/ hour
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PermanentPosted 3 days ago
Occupational Therapist - Oncology/Lymphedema
Select Medical · Tucson, AZ
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PermanentPosted 8 days ago
Occupational Therapist (OT) - Home Health
Enhabit Home Health · Tucson, AZ
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Per diemPosted 15 days ago
Occupational Therapist - Per Diem
Select Medical · Tucson, AZ
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Get my free pay reportWho is hiring occupational therapists near Tucson
| Employer | Roles | Median pay / hour |
|---|---|---|
| BrightSpring Health Services | 1 | $56 |
| Amedisys | 1 | $60 |
Occupational Therapist pay in Tucson, AZ
The metro median is 5% below the Arizona statewide median of $49.14 per hour. Nationally the median is $47.28 per hour. BLS counts about 300 occupational therapists employed in the Tucson metro area, 0.8 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.80).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $37.09 | $77,150 | 22% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $40.40 | $84,030 | 15% below U.S. median |
| Median | $46.67 | $97,080 | 1% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $49.87 | $103,730 | 5% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $57.49 | $119,580 | 22% above U.S. median |
How Tucson ranks
- 138th of 354 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 143rd of 327 after adjusting for local prices
- 4th of 6 Arizona metro areas
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2024, Occupational Therapists (SOC 29-1122), all industries. This is what employers report paying, not an offer for a specific role.
What your pay buys in Tucson
- Overall prices in Tucson run 3% below the U.S. average (index 96.9, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 8% below the U.S. average (index 91.8).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $46.67 median hour buys what $48.17 buys at the national price level, 2% above the national median.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Price Parities by metropolitan area, 2024. Prices are for the metro area, not for a single neighborhood.
Estimate your Tucson paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,680
- Per year: $84,006
- Per month: $7,000
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Tucson metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Tucson
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $135 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $80 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,505 |
| 13-week assignment | $19,565 |
Travel occupational therapist assignments commonly pay housing and meals stipends. The GSA per diem is the federal benchmark for what those stipends can be tax-free. Whether a stipend is tax-free for you depends on keeping a valid tax home, so confirm with your recruiter and a tax professional. Compare with your offer in the travel pay calculator.
Source: U.S. General Services Administration per diem rates, fiscal year 2026 (average across months).
Hospitals in Tucson
CMS lists 10 hospitals in Tucson, 2 of the 7 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of occupational therapists.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Va S. Arizona Healthcare System Tucson, AZ | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Banner-University Medical Center South Campus Tucson, AZ | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Banner - University Medical Center Tucson Campus Tucson, AZ | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| St Joseph's Hospital Tucson, AZ | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Northwest Medical Center Tucson, AZ | Acute care | For-profit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| St. Mary's Hospital Tucson, AZ | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Tucson Medical Center Tucson, AZ | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| El Dorado Springs Tucson, AZ | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | No |
| Palo Verde Behavioral Health Tucson, AZ | Psychiatric | Nonprofit | Not rated | Yes |
| Sonora Behavioral Health Hospital Tucson, AZ | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | Yes |
Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.
Occupational Therapist pay in nearby cities
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marana, AZ | 27 mi | $49.56/hr | 62,380 |
| Casa Grande, AZ | 74 mi | $49.56/hr | 68,927 |
| Queen Creek, AZ | 87 mi | $49.56/hr | 83,781 |
| Maricopa, AZ | 90 mi | $49.56/hr | 76,654 |
| Gilbert, AZ | 95 mi | $49.56/hr | 288,790 |
| Chandler, AZ | 97 mi | $49.56/hr | 281,231 |
Occupational Therapist jobs in Arizona · Occupational Therapist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Arizona
Master’s or doctoral degree in occupational therapy. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Arizona requires for your role with the Arizona licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Arizona taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
Other healthcare roles in Tucson
Tucson city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do occupational therapists make in Tucson, AZ?
Occupational Therapists in the Tucson metro area have a median pay of $46.67 per hour, about $97,080 a year. The middle half earn between $40.40 and $49.87 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Tucson a good place for occupational therapists once cost of living is counted?
Tucson ranks 143rd of 327 metro areas for occupational therapist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 138th of 354 before adjusting. Overall prices run 3% below the U.S. average.
Who is hiring occupational therapists in Tucson?
We list 2 open roles with published pay from 2 employers in Tucson. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Tucson.
Do I need a Arizona license to work in Tucson as an occupational therapist?
Master’s or doctoral degree in occupational therapy. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Arizona requires for your role with the Arizona licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
What is the per diem for a travel assignment in Tucson?
The federal per diem benchmark in Tucson is $135 a night for lodging and $80 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,505 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
Does Valorem Health place occupational therapists in Tucson?
Yes. We place healthcare staff in Tucson and across Arizona. Tell us your profession and we email the roles open near Tucson.
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Your OT pay reportTucson, AZ · pay published by employers and employer-reported wage offers in federal filings
1Pay for your role at other employers
- AmedisysPhoenix, AZ · 2 postings$58.22/ hr$53–$65
- BrightSpring Health ServicesSUN CITY, AZ · 2 postings$56.00/ hr$54–$58
- CommonSpirit HealthPHOENIX, AZ · 2 postings$48.73/ hr$39–$58
- Banner HealthChandler, AZ · 2 wage offers$36.77/ hr$35–$38
Median pay per hour, with the range each employer published or reported in federal filings.
2What they are offering now
Low$39Median$56.00High$60
7 OT postings with published pay in Arizona, 7 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 7 OT roles
- Occupational TherapistPermanent$54.00–$58.00/ hour
- Occupational TherapistPermanent$54.00–$58.00/ hour
+ 5 more in your report. Each one has pay, shift and start date.
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