PermanentPosted 17 days ago
Occupational Therapist Acute
Ascension Health · Tulsa, OK
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Occupational Therapist jobs in Tulsa, OK
Pay for occupational therapists in the Tulsa area centers on $50.27 per hour, or about $104,550 a year. The lower quarter earns under $41.49 and the upper quarter over $58.66. That ranks 33rd of 354 U.S. metro areas for occupational therapist pay, and 9th of 327 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 13 hospitals in Tulsa. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Tulsa.
- $50.27median pay per hour, Tulsa
- $41–$59typical range per hour
- 390occupational therapists employed in the metro area
- 89cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
More open Occupational Therapist roles in Tulsa
2 more open roles from employers in Tulsa. Each employer’s range arrives with your free pay report.
PermanentPosted 17 days ago
Occupational Therapist
Ascension Health · Tulsa, OK
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Occupational Therapist pay in Tulsa, OK
The metro median is 1% above the Oklahoma statewide median of $49.76 per hour. Nationally the median is $47.28 per hour. BLS counts about 390 occupational therapists employed in the Tulsa metro area, 0.9 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.87).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $35.99 | $74,860 | 24% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $41.49 | $86,300 | 12% below U.S. median |
| Median | $50.27 | $104,550 | 6% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $58.66 | $122,010 | 24% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $62.42 | $129,830 | 32% above U.S. median |
How Tulsa ranks
- 33rd of 354 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 9th 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.
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- Overall prices in Tulsa run 11% below the U.S. average (index 89.2, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 32% below the U.S. average (index 68.2).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $50.27 median hour buys what $56.35 buys at the national price level, 19% 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 Tulsa paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,810
- Per year: $90,486
- Per month: $7,540
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Tulsa metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Tulsa
| 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).
Hospitals in Tulsa
CMS lists 13 hospitals in Tulsa, 3 of the 7 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of occupational therapists.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oklahoma Surgical Hospital, Llc Tulsa, OK | Acute care | Other | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Saint Francis Hospital South, Llc Tulsa, OK | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Saint Francis Hospital, Inc Tulsa, OK | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Ascension St John Medical Center Tulsa, OK | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Hillcrest Hospital South Tulsa, OK | Acute care | For-profit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Hillcrest Medical Center Tulsa, OK | Acute care | For-profit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Oklahoma State University Medical Center Tulsa, OK | Acute care | Government and federal | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Council Oak Comprehensive Healthcare Tulsa, OK | Acute care | Government and federal | Not rated | No |
| Tulsa Spine & Specialty Hospital Tulsa, OK | Acute care | For-profit | Not rated | Yes |
| Brookhaven Hospital, Llc Tulsa, OK | Psychiatric | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Broken Arrow, OK | 9 mi | $50.27/hr | 122,756 |
| Edmond, OK | 90 mi | $48.50/hr | 99,040 |
| Bentonville, AR | 94 mi | $49.93/hr | 61,791 |
| Midwest City, OK | 95 mi | $48.50/hr | 58,505 |
| Fayetteville, AR | 97 mi | $49.93/hr | 103,134 |
| Springdale, AR | 98 mi | $49.93/hr | 89,368 |
Occupational Therapist jobs in Oklahoma · Occupational Therapist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Oklahoma
Master’s or doctoral degree in occupational therapy. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Oklahoma requires for your role with the Oklahoma licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Oklahoma taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
Other healthcare roles in Tulsa
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Common questions
How much do occupational therapists make in Tulsa, OK?
Occupational Therapists in the Tulsa metro area have a median pay of $50.27 per hour, about $104,550 a year. The middle half earn between $41.49 and $58.66 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Tulsa a good place for occupational therapists once cost of living is counted?
Tulsa ranks 9th of 327 metro areas for occupational therapist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 33rd of 354 before adjusting. Overall prices run 11% below the U.S. average.
Where do occupational therapists work in Tulsa?
CMS lists 13 hospitals in Tulsa, led by Oklahoma Surgical Hospital, Llc. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Oklahoma license to work in Tulsa as an occupational therapist?
Master’s or doctoral degree in occupational therapy. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Oklahoma requires for your role with the Oklahoma 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 Tulsa?
The federal per diem benchmark in Tulsa 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.
Does Valorem Health place occupational therapists in Tulsa?
Yes. We place healthcare staff in Tulsa and across Oklahoma. Tell us your profession and we email the roles open near Tulsa.
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1Pay for your role at other employers
- Powerback Rehabilitation, LLCTulsa, OK · 1 wage offer$43.64/ hr$43–$45
- AmedisysVenice, FL · 5 postings$78.48/ hr$52–$89
- Montage HealthMonterey, CA · 4 postings$67.73/ hr$54–$83
- CommonSpirit HealthNORTHRIDGE, CA · 9 postings$64.73/ hr$48–$81
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2What they are offering now
Low$35Median$48.37High$65
328 OT postings with published pay in the US, 261 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
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Open OT roles near Tulsa, OK, each with pay, shift and start date, arrive with your report.
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