PermanentPosted 6 days ago
Occupational Therapist - Greenwich/Stamford area
Amedisys · Shelton, CT
$125k–$140k/ year
Top 25% payNew this week
Occupational Therapist jobs in New Britain, CT
The median occupational therapist pay in Connecticut is $49.08 per hour ($102,080 a year), with the typical range running from $40.00 to $53.01. That is 4% above the U.S. median of $47.28 per hour. The CMS hospital directory lists 1 hospital in New Britain. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near New Britain.
- $49.08median pay per hour, Connecticut
- $40–$53typical range per hour
Occupational Therapist pay in New Britain, CT
Nationally the median is $47.28 per hour. BLS counts about 3,000 occupational therapists employed in Connecticut.
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $35.92 | $74,710 | 24% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $40.00 | $83,200 | 15% below U.S. median |
| Median | $49.08 | $102,080 | 4% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $53.01 | $110,260 | 12% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $62.83 | $130,690 | 33% above U.S. median |
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.
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Estimated weekly gross$1,767
- Per year: $88,344
- Per month: $7,362
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for Connecticut. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in New Britain
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $138 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $80 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,526 |
| 13-week assignment | $19,838 |
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).
Open Occupational Therapist roles in Connecticut
Nearest open roles with published pay. Your free report adds roles in New Britain as they open.
PermanentPosted 8 days ago
Occupational Therapist - Greenwich/Stamford area
Amedisys · Stamford, CT
$125k–$140k/ year
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Hospitals in New Britain
CMS lists 1 hospital in New Britain, 0 of the 1 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of occupational therapists.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Hospital Of Central Connecticut New Britain, CT | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bristol, CT | 8 mi | $49.08/hr | 62,195 |
| Hartford, CT | 8 mi | $48.85/hr | 122,129 |
| Meriden, CT | 10 mi | $49.08/hr | 60,849 |
| Waterbury, CT | 15 mi | $48.67/hr | 115,908 |
| New Haven, CT | 26 mi | $48.81/hr | 137,562 |
| West Haven, CT | 29 mi | $49.08/hr | 55,379 |
Occupational Therapist jobs in Connecticut · Occupational Therapist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Connecticut
Master’s or doctoral degree in occupational therapy. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Connecticut requires for your role with the Connecticut licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Connecticut taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
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Common questions
How much do occupational therapists make in New Britain, CT?
Occupational Therapists in Connecticut have a median pay of $49.08 per hour, about $102,080 a year. The middle half earn between $40.00 and $53.01 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Where do occupational therapists work in New Britain?
CMS lists 1 hospital in New Britain, led by The Hospital Of Central Connecticut. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Connecticut license to work in New Britain as an occupational therapist?
Master’s or doctoral degree in occupational therapy. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Connecticut requires for your role with the Connecticut 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 New Britain?
The federal per diem benchmark in New Britain is $138 a night for lodging and $80 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,526 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
Does Valorem Health place occupational therapists in New Britain?
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Your OT pay reportNew Britain, CT · pay published by employers and employer-reported wage offers in federal filings
1Pay for your role at other employers
- AmedisysShelton, CT · 2 postings$63.70/ hr$60–$67
- Grandison Management, Inc.Cheshire, CT · 1 wage offer$36.56/ hr$37–$37
- Grandison Management, Inc.Milford, CT · 1 wage offer$36.56/ hr$37–$37
- Grandison Management, Inc.Waterbury, CT · 1 wage offer$36.56/ hr$37–$37
Median pay per hour, with the range each employer published or reported in federal filings.
2What they are offering now
Low$37Median$36.56High$37
10 employer-reported wage offers for OT in federal filings in Connecticut, July 2025 – June 2026. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 2 OT roles
- Occupational Therapist - Greenwich/Stamford areaPermanent$125k–$140k/ year
- Occupational Therapist - Greenwich/Stamford areaPermanent$125k–$140k/ year
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