PermanentPosted 30+ days ago
Occupational Therapist
BrightSpring Health Services · Las Vegas, NV
$55.00–$60.00/ hour
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Occupational Therapist jobs in Las Vegas, NV
Occupational Therapists in the Las Vegas area earn a median of $50.32 per hour, about $104,670 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $44.26 and $63.09. That ranks 32nd of 354 U.S. metro areas for occupational therapist pay, and 102nd of 327 once local prices are factored in. 1 open role with published pay is listed for Las Vegas. The free report below lists employers near Las Vegas and what they pay.
- $50.32median pay per hour, Las Vegas
- $44–$63typical range per hour
- 890occupational therapists employed in the metro area
- 1open roles with published pay
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PermanentPosted 13 days ago
OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST
Universal Health Services · Las Vegas, NV
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Per diemPosted 13 days ago
OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST ASST COTA (PER DIEM DAYS) OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY
Universal Health Services · Las Vegas, NV
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PermanentPosted 15 days ago
Occupational Therapist (OT)
Genesis Healthcare · Las Vegas, NV
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The metro median is in line with the Nevada statewide median of $50.37 per hour. Nationally the median is $47.28 per hour. BLS counts about 890 occupational therapists employed in the Las Vegas-Henderson-North Las Vegas 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% | $32.85 | $68,330 | 31% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $44.26 | $92,060 | 6% below U.S. median |
| Median | $50.32 | $104,670 | 6% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $63.09 | $131,230 | 33% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $72.47 | $150,740 | 53% above U.S. median |
How Las Vegas ranks
- 32nd of 354 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 102nd 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 Las Vegas
- Overall prices in Las Vegas-Henderson-North Las Vegas run in line with the U.S. average (index 100.2, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 16% above the U.S. average (index 115.5).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $50.32 median hour buys what $50.21 buys at the national price level, 6% 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 Las Vegas paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,812
- Per year: $90,576
- Per month: $7,548
- Nevada has no state income tax on wages.
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Las Vegas-Henderson-North Las Vegas metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Las Vegas
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $134 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $86 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,540 |
| 13-week assignment | $20,020 |
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 Las Vegas
CMS lists 15 hospitals in Las Vegas, 3 of the 9 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of occupational therapists.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mountainview Hospital Las Vegas, NV | Acute care | For-profit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Saint Rose Dominican Hospitals - San Martin Campus Las Vegas, NV | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Southern Hills Hospital And Medical Center Las Vegas, NV | Acute care | For-profit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Spring Valley Hospital Medical Center Las Vegas, NV | Acute care | For-profit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Summerlin Hospital Medical Center Las Vegas, NV | Acute care | For-profit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Centennial Hills Hospital Medical Center Las Vegas, NV | Acute care | For-profit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Sunrise Hospital And Medical Center Las Vegas, NV | Acute care | For-profit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| University Medical Center Las Vegas, NV | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Valley Hospital Medical Center Las Vegas, NV | Acute care | For-profit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Harmon Hospital Las Vegas, NV | Acute care | For-profit | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Las Vegas, NV | 10 mi | $50.32/hr | 294,034 |
| Henderson, NV | 20 mi | $50.32/hr | 350,039 |
| St. George, UT | 110 mi | $48.26/hr | 106,288 |
| Lake Havasu City, AZ | 131 mi | $50.35/hr | 59,037 |
| Apple Valley, CA | 161 mi | $52.41/hr | 75,029 |
| Victorville, CA | 167 mi | $52.41/hr | 140,721 |
Occupational Therapist jobs in Nevada · Occupational Therapist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Nevada
Master’s or doctoral degree in occupational therapy. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Nevada requires for your role with the Nevada licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Nevada does not tax wage income at the state level, so take-home pay is higher than the same gross pay in a state that does.
Other healthcare roles in Las Vegas
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Common questions
How much do occupational therapists make in Las Vegas, NV?
Occupational Therapists in the Las Vegas-Henderson-North Las Vegas metro area have a median pay of $50.32 per hour, about $104,670 a year. The middle half earn between $44.26 and $63.09 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Las Vegas a good place for occupational therapists once cost of living is counted?
Las Vegas-Henderson-North Las Vegas ranks 102nd of 327 metro areas for occupational therapist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 32nd of 354 before adjusting. Overall prices run in line with the U.S. average.
Who is hiring occupational therapists in Las Vegas?
We list 1 open role with published pay from 1 employer in Las Vegas. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Las Vegas.
Do I need a Nevada license to work in Las Vegas as an occupational therapist?
Master’s or doctoral degree in occupational therapy. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Nevada requires for your role with the Nevada 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 Las Vegas?
The federal per diem benchmark in Las Vegas is $134 a night for lodging and $86 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,540 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
Does Valorem Health place occupational therapists in Las Vegas?
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Your OT pay reportLas Vegas, NV · employer-reported wage offers in federal filings, July 2025 – June 2026
1Pay for your role at other employers
- Maxicare Therapy, LLCLas Vegas, NV · 1 wage offer$37.38/ hr$37–$38
- Grandison Management, Inc.Las Vegas, NV · 1 wage offer$36.84/ hr$37–$37
- Revive Sparks, LLCSparks, NV · 1 wage offer$47.00/ hr$47–$47
Median pay per hour, with the range each employer reported in federal filings.
2What they are offering now
Low$38Median$57.50High$82
3 OT postings with published pay in Nevada, 2 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 3 OT roles
- Supervisory Occupational TherapistPermanent$132k–$171k/ year
- Occupational Therapist - Hand TherapistPermanent$80k–$108k/ year
+ 1 more in your report. Each one has pay, shift and start date.
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