PermanentPosted 7 days ago
OT / Occupational Therapist - Home Health
BrightSpring Health Services · Providence, RI
$45.00–$57.00/ hour
New this week
Occupational Therapist jobs in Fall River, MA
Occupational Therapists in the Fall River area earn a median of $47.39 per hour, about $98,570 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $39.50 and $52.02. That ranks 110th of 354 U.S. metro areas for occupational therapist pay, and 195th of 327 once local prices are factored in. 2 open roles with published pay are listed for Fall River and its metro area. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Fall River.
- $47.39median pay per hour, Providence
- $40–$52typical range per hour
- 1,080occupational therapists employed in the metro area
- 2open roles with published pay in the metro area
Open Occupational Therapist roles near Fall River
Roles in other cities of the Providence-Warwick area.
PermanentPosted 30+ days ago
Occupational Therapist (OT), ARU
LifePoint Health · Warwick, RI
$38.00–$48.00/ hour
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Get my free pay reportWho is hiring occupational therapists near Fall River
| Employer | Roles | Median pay / hour |
|---|---|---|
| BrightSpring Health Services | 1 | $51 |
| LifePoint Health | 1 | $43 |
Occupational Therapist pay in Fall River, MA
The metro median is in line with the Massachusetts statewide median of $47.32 per hour. Nationally the median is $47.28 per hour. BLS counts about 1,080 occupational therapists employed in the Providence-Warwick metro area, 1.5 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.54).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $34.37 | $71,490 | 27% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $39.50 | $82,160 | 16% below U.S. median |
| Median | $47.39 | $98,570 | in line with U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $52.02 | $108,200 | 10% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $57.14 | $118,850 | 21% above U.S. median |
How Fall River ranks
- 110th of 354 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 195th of 327 after adjusting for local prices
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 Fall River
- Overall prices in Providence-Warwick run 2% above the U.S. average (index 101.8, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 4% above the U.S. average (index 103.9).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $47.39 median hour buys what $46.56 buys at the national price level, 2% below 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 Fall River paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,706
- Per year: $85,302
- Per month: $7,108
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Providence-Warwick metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Fall River
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $126 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $80 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,442 |
| 13-week assignment | $18,746 |
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 Fall River
CMS lists 3 hospitals in Fall River, 1 of the 2 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of occupational therapists.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southcoast Hospitals Group Fall River, MA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Saint Anne's Hospital Fall River, MA | Acute care | For-profit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Dr John C Corrigan Mental Health Center Fall River, MA | Psychiatric | Government and federal | Not rated | No |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Bedford, MA | 9 mi | $47.39/hr | 101,318 |
| Taunton, MA | 12 mi | $47.39/hr | 61,936 |
| Brockton, MA | 25 mi | $47.49/hr | 105,788 |
| Weymouth Town, MA | 34 mi | $47.49/hr | 60,159 |
| Quincy, MA | 37 mi | $47.49/hr | 103,434 |
| Newton, MA | 42 mi | $47.49/hr | 90,700 |
Occupational Therapist jobs in Massachusetts · Occupational Therapist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Massachusetts
Master’s or doctoral degree in occupational therapy. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Massachusetts requires for your role with the Massachusetts licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Massachusetts taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
Other healthcare roles in Fall River
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Common questions
How much do occupational therapists make in Fall River, MA?
Occupational Therapists in the Providence-Warwick metro area have a median pay of $47.39 per hour, about $98,570 a year. The middle half earn between $39.50 and $52.02 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Fall River a good place for occupational therapists once cost of living is counted?
Providence-Warwick ranks 195th of 327 metro areas for occupational therapist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 110th of 354 before adjusting. Overall prices run 2% above the U.S. average.
Who is hiring occupational therapists in Fall River?
We list 2 open roles with published pay from 2 employers in the Providence-Warwick area. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Fall River.
Do I need a Massachusetts license to work in Fall River as an occupational therapist?
Master’s or doctoral degree in occupational therapy. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Massachusetts requires for your role with the Massachusetts 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 Fall River?
The federal per diem benchmark in Fall River is $126 a night for lodging and $80 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,442 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
Does Valorem Health place occupational therapists in Fall River?
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Your OT pay reportFall River, MA · pay published by hospitals, collected October 15, 2026
1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- Mass General BrighamCharlestown, MA · 8 postings$53.26/ hr$43–$58
- UMass Memorial Health CareWorcester, MA · 2 postings$48.32/ hr$35–$62
- Enhabit Home HealthNorwood, MA · 4 postings$46.88/ hr$27–$48
Median posted pay per hour, with the range each employer published.
2What they are offering now
Low$41Median$49.06High$58
16 OT postings with published pay in Massachusetts, 16 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 16 OT roles
- Occupational Therapist - PRNPer diem$49.55–$65.00/ hour
- Occupational Therapist Per Diem InpatientPer diem$52.53–$57.59/ hour
+ 14 more in your report. Each one has pay, shift and start date.
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