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Occupational Therapist - Per Diem
Select Medical · Atlanta, GA
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Occupational Therapist jobs in Atlanta, GA
Occupational Therapists in the Atlanta area earn a median of $48.76 per hour, about $101,410 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $39.42 and $55.03. That ranks 66th of 354 U.S. metro areas for occupational therapist pay, and 137th of 327 once local prices are factored in. 1 open role with published pay is listed for Atlanta. The free report below lists employers near Atlanta and what they pay.
- $48.76median pay per hour, Atlanta
- $39–$55typical range per hour
- 2,150occupational therapists employed in the metro area
- 1open roles with published pay
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Select Medical · Atlanta, GA
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Occupational Therapist (OT)
Genesis Healthcare · Atlanta, GA
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Occupational Therapist
Select Medical · Atlanta, GA
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Occupational Therapist
Northside Hospital · Atlanta, GA
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Occupational Therapist 2-CIRU
Children's Healthcare of Atlanta · Atlanta, GA
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Per diemPosted 28 days ago
Occupational Therapist 1-PRN
Children's Healthcare of Atlanta · Atlanta, GA
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Children's Healthcare of Atlanta · Atlanta, GA
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Get my free pay reportOccupational Therapist pay in Atlanta, GA
The metro median is 3% above the Georgia statewide median of $47.45 per hour. Nationally the median is $47.28 per hour. BLS counts about 2,150 occupational therapists employed in the Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell metro area, 0.7 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.76).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $34.14 | $71,010 | 28% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $39.42 | $81,990 | 17% below U.S. median |
| Median | $48.76 | $101,410 | 3% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $55.03 | $114,460 | 16% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $61.87 | $128,690 | 31% above U.S. median |
How Atlanta ranks
- 66th of 354 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 137th of 327 after adjusting for local prices
- 2nd of 11 Georgia 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 Atlanta
- Overall prices in Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell run in line with the U.S. average (index 100.1, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 11% above the U.S. average (index 111.0).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $48.76 median hour buys what $48.73 buys at the national price level, 3% 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 Atlanta paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,755
- Per year: $87,768
- Per month: $7,314
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Atlanta
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $186 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $86 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,904 |
| 13-week assignment | $24,752 |
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 Atlanta
CMS lists 9 hospitals in Atlanta, 2 of the 6 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of occupational therapists.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Emory University Hospital Atlanta, GA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Piedmont Hospital, Inc Atlanta, GA | Acute care | Government and federal | 4 of 5 | No |
| Northside Hospital Atlanta, GA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Saint Joseph's Hospital Of Atlanta, Inc Atlanta, GA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Emory University Hospital Midtown Atlanta, GA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Grady Memorial Hospital Atlanta, GA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Athur M Blank Hospital Atlanta, GA | Children's | Nonprofit | Not rated | Yes |
| Children's Healthcare Of Atlanta At Scottish Rite Atlanta, GA | Children's | Nonprofit | Not rated | Yes |
| Peachford Behavioral Health System Of Atlanta Atlanta, GA | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brookhaven, GA | 8 mi | $48.76/hr | 59,370 |
| Smyrna, GA | 9 mi | $48.76/hr | 57,177 |
| Athens, GA | 62 mi | $46.86/hr | 128,691 |
Occupational Therapist jobs in Georgia · Occupational Therapist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Georgia
Master’s or doctoral degree in occupational therapy. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Georgia requires for your role with the Georgia licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Georgia taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
Other healthcare roles in Atlanta
Atlanta city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do occupational therapists make in Atlanta, GA?
Occupational Therapists in the Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell metro area have a median pay of $48.76 per hour, about $101,410 a year. The middle half earn between $39.42 and $55.03 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Atlanta a good place for occupational therapists once cost of living is counted?
Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell ranks 137th of 327 metro areas for occupational therapist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 66th of 354 before adjusting. Overall prices run in line with the U.S. average.
Who is hiring occupational therapists in Atlanta?
We list 1 open role with published pay from 1 employer in Atlanta. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Atlanta.
Do I need a Georgia license to work in Atlanta as an occupational therapist?
Master’s or doctoral degree in occupational therapy. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Georgia requires for your role with the Georgia 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 Atlanta?
The federal per diem benchmark in Atlanta is $186 a night for lodging and $86 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,904 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
Does Valorem Health place occupational therapists in Atlanta?
Yes. We place healthcare staff in Atlanta and across Georgia. Tell us your profession and we email the roles open near Atlanta.
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Your OT pay reportAtlanta, GA · pay published by employers and employer-reported wage offers in federal filings
1Pay for your role at other employers
- AmedisysTifton, GA · 5 postings$61.00/ hr$49–$80
- BrightSpring Health ServicesVALDOSTA, GA · 2 postings$54.50/ hr$53–$56
- Community Rehabilitation Services, Inc.Douglas, GA · 1 wage offer$48.75/ hr$45–$53
- Aegis Therapies, Inc.Athens, GA · 1 wage offer$36.58/ hr$37–$37
Median pay per hour, with the range each employer published or reported in federal filings.
2What they are offering now
Low$51Median$55.98High$68
8 OT postings with published pay in Georgia, 7 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 8 OT roles
- Occupational Therapist / PRNPer diem$53.00–$56.00/ hour
- Occupational TherapistPermanent$101k–$117k/ year
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