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 Cranston, RI
Occupational Therapists in the Cranston 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 Cranston and its metro area. The free report below lists employers near Cranston and what they pay.
- $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 Cranston
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 Cranston
| Employer | Roles | Median pay / hour |
|---|---|---|
| BrightSpring Health Services | 1 | $51 |
| LifePoint Health | 1 | $43 |
Occupational Therapist pay in Cranston, RI
The metro median is 1% below the Rhode Island statewide median of $47.67 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 Cranston 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 Cranston
- 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 Cranston 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 Cranston
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $154 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $80 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,638 |
| 13-week assignment | $21,294 |
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 the Providence-Warwick area
CMS lists 13 hospitals in the Providence-Warwick area, 5 of the 10 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of occupational therapists.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Providence Va Medical Center Providence, RI | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Rhode Island Hospital Providence, RI | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Southcoast Hospitals Group Fall River, MA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| The Miriam Hospital Providence, RI | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Women & Infants Hospital Of Rhode Island Providence, RI | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Kent County Memorial Hospital Warwick, RI | Acute care | For-profit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Roger Williams Medical Center Providence, RI | Acute care | For-profit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Saint Anne's Hospital Fall River, MA | Acute care | For-profit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Sturdy Memorial Hospital Attleboro, MA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Brown University Health Morton Hospital Taunton, MA | Acute care | For-profit | 1 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Providence, RI | 5 mi | $47.39/hr | 194,706 |
| Warwick, RI | 6 mi | $47.39/hr | 83,554 |
| Brockton, MA | 32 mi | $47.49/hr | 105,788 |
| Framingham, MA | 37 mi | $47.49/hr | 73,361 |
| Worcester, MA | 38 mi | $46.54/hr | 211,286 |
| Weymouth Town, MA | 41 mi | $47.49/hr | 60,159 |
Occupational Therapist jobs in Rhode Island · Occupational Therapist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Rhode Island
Master’s or doctoral degree in occupational therapy. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Rhode Island requires for your role with the Rhode Island licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Rhode Island taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
Other healthcare roles in Cranston
Cranston city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do occupational therapists make in Cranston, RI?
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 Cranston 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 Cranston?
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 Cranston.
Do I need a Rhode Island license to work in Cranston as an occupational therapist?
Master’s or doctoral degree in occupational therapy. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Rhode Island requires for your role with the Rhode Island 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 Cranston?
The federal per diem benchmark in Cranston is $154 a night for lodging and $80 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,638 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
Does Valorem Health place occupational therapists in Cranston?
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Your OT pay reportCranston, RI · employer-reported wage offers in federal filings, July 2025 – June 2026
1Pay for your role at other employers
- Grandison Management, Inc.Rhode Island · 3 wage offers$35.40/ hr$35–$35
- Grandison Management, Inc.West Kingston, RI · 1 wage offer$35.40/ hr$35–$35
- Grandison Management, Inc.Providence, RI · 1 wage offer$35.40/ hr$35–$35
- Grandison Management, Inc.Pawtucket, RI · 1 wage offer$35.40/ hr$35–$35
Median pay per hour, with the range each employer reported in federal filings.
2What they are offering now
Low$35Median$35.40High$35
6 employer-reported wage offers for OT in federal filings in Rhode Island, July 2025 – June 2026. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 2 OT roles
- OT / Occupational Therapist - Home HealthPermanent$45.00–$57.00/ hour
- Occupational Therapist (OT), ARUPermanent$38.00–$48.00/ hour
Each one has pay, shift and start date.
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