Per diemPosted 24 days ago
Occupational Therapist (OT) - Mobile Outpatient
Genesis Healthcare · Methuen, MA
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Occupational Therapist jobs in Methuen, MA
Pay for occupational therapists in Massachusetts centers on $47.32 per hour, or about $98,420 a year. The lower quarter earns under $40.10 and the upper quarter over $50.98. That is in line with the U.S. median of $47.28 per hour. The CMS hospital directory lists 1 hospital in Methuen. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Methuen.
- $47.32median pay per hour, Massachusetts
- $40–$51typical range per hour
More open Occupational Therapist roles in Methuen
1 more open role from employers in Methuen. Each employer’s range arrives with your free pay report.
Occupational Therapist pay in Methuen, MA
Nationally the median is $47.28 per hour. BLS counts about 6,250 occupational therapists employed in Massachusetts.
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $35.11 | $73,030 | 26% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $40.10 | $83,410 | 15% below U.S. median |
| Median | $47.32 | $98,420 | in line with U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $50.98 | $106,040 | 8% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $58.89 | $122,490 | 25% 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$1,704
- Per year: $85,176
- Per month: $7,098
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for Massachusetts. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Methuen
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $110 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $68 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,246 |
| 13-week assignment | $16,198 |
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 (this is the standard rate that applies here). 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 Massachusetts
Nearest open roles with published pay. Your free report adds roles in Methuen as they open.
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Occupational Therapist - PRN
Acadia Healthcare · Dartmouth, MA
$49.55–$65.00/ hour
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Occupational Therapist Per Diem Inpatient
Mass General Brigham · Charlestown, MA
$52.53–$57.59/ hour
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Occupational Therapist (OT) - Home Health
Enhabit Home Health · Plymouth, MA
$95k–$100k/ year
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Occupational Therapist (OT) - Home Health
Enhabit Home Health · Tewksbury, MA
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Occupational Therapist (OT) - Home Health
Enhabit Home Health · Norwood, MA
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Occupational Therapist, Per Diem, Martha's Vineyard Hospital
Mass General Brigham · Oak Bluffs, MA
$43.31–$54.82/ hour
Hospitals in Methuen
CMS lists 1 hospital in Methuen, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Holy Family Hospital Methuen, MA | Acute care | For-profit | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lawrence, MA | 3 mi | $47.49/hr | 89,332 |
| Haverhill, MA | 5 mi | $47.49/hr | 68,291 |
| Lowell, MA | 10 mi | $47.49/hr | 120,418 |
| Nashua, NH | 16 mi | $39.41/hr | 91,851 |
| Peabody, MA | 18 mi | $47.49/hr | 55,418 |
| Manchester, NH | 21 mi | $39.41/hr | 116,386 |
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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 Methuen
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Common questions
How much do occupational therapists make in Methuen, MA?
Occupational Therapists in Massachusetts have a median pay of $47.32 per hour, about $98,420 a year. The middle half earn between $40.10 and $50.98 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Where do occupational therapists work in Methuen?
CMS lists 1 hospital in Methuen, led by Holy Family Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Massachusetts license to work in Methuen 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 Methuen?
The federal per diem benchmark in Methuen is $110 a night for lodging and $68 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,246 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
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Your OT pay reportMethuen, 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
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