- Open jobs
- 5
- Agencies hiring
- 3
- Median pay in listings
- $31.29/hour
- Pay range
- $27.23 – $59.78/hour
- Median wage in Iowa (BLS)
- $43.22/hour
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Occupational Therapist pay in Iowa
The median wage for Occupational Therapist jobs in Iowa is $43.22 per hour ($89,898 a year full-time). Jobs on this page pay a median of $31.29/hour, from $27.23 to $59.78. Travel and contract jobs often pay more than staff positions because they include housing and meal stipends.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025. Pay in listings is converted to an hourly rate assuming 36–40 hours a week.
License and requirements
Most allied health roles need a national certification (for example ARRT for radiologic technologists, NBRC for respiratory therapists, NBSTSA for surgical technologists) and, in many states, a state license. Therapists (PT, OT, SLP) need a license from Iowa; the PT and OT compacts let licensed therapists from member states get privileges faster.
Agencies hiring for Occupational Therapist jobs in Iowa
| Agency | Open jobs | Median pay |
|---|---|---|
| CompHealth | 2 | $31.29/hr |
| AHS Staffing | 2 | $59.31/hr |
| Care Team Solutions | 1 | $27.23/hr |
Cities with the most Occupational Therapist jobs
Ottumwa (2), Dubuque (1), Iowa Falls (1), Fort Dodge (1)
FAQ
How much does a Occupational Therapist make in Iowa?
The median wage for Occupational Therapist jobs in Iowa is $43.22 per hour (about $89,898 a year), according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025. Occupational Therapist jobs listed on ReferHire pay a median of $31.29 per hour.
How many Occupational Therapist jobs are open in Iowa?
5 Occupational Therapist jobs from 3 staffing agencies are open on ReferHire right now.
What license do I need?
Most allied health roles need a national certification (for example ARRT for radiologic technologists, NBRC for respiratory therapists, NBSTSA for surgical technologists) and, in many states, a state license. Therapists (PT, OT, SLP) need a license from Iowa; the PT and OT compacts let licensed therapists from member states get privileges faster.