- Open jobs
- 4
- Agencies hiring
- 3
- Median pay in listings
- $42.91/hour
- Pay range
- $26.44 – $52.75/hour
- Median wage in Kentucky (BLS)
- $46.95/hour
Licensed Occupational Therapist | Up to $2,110/week
Clinical Occupational Therapist | Full-Time | Clinics
Occupational Therapist - Full Time - Schools
Hospital | OT
Occupational Therapist pay in Kentucky
The median wage for Occupational Therapist jobs in Kentucky is $46.95 per hour ($97,656 a year full-time). Jobs on this page pay a median of $42.91/hour, from $26.44 to $52.75. 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 Kentucky; the PT and OT compacts let licensed therapists from member states get privileges faster.
Agencies hiring for Occupational Therapist jobs in Kentucky
| Agency | Open jobs | Median pay |
|---|---|---|
| AHS Staffing | 2 | $31.25/hr |
| MAS Medical Staffing | 1 | $52.75/hr |
| GHR Healthcare | 1 | $49.75/hr |
Cities with the most Occupational Therapist jobs
Shelbyville (2), Bruceton (1), Lexington (1)
FAQ
How much does a Occupational Therapist make in Kentucky?
The median wage for Occupational Therapist jobs in Kentucky is $46.95 per hour (about $97,656 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 $42.91 per hour.
How many Occupational Therapist jobs are open in Kentucky?
4 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 Kentucky; the PT and OT compacts let licensed therapists from member states get privileges faster.