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Occupational Therapy Assistants in Maryland

Occupational therapy assistants work under the supervision of occupational therapists to help people regain or develop skills for daily living and work. They carry out treatment procedures, lead activity programs, and track patient progress In Maryland the median pay is $82,010 a year, 13% above the national median of $72,300.

$82,010median pay in Maryland, per year
$72,590–$88,710middle half earn
710employed in Maryland
$72,300U.S. median, for comparison
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Who is hiring in Maryland

39open roles like this on employer career sites, 1 in Maryland or remote
8employers hiring
27posted in the last 7 days
IL · CA · FLwhere most openings are

Openings in Maryland and remote

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What it takes

Preparation: Medium preparation (vocational training, an associate degree, or related experience). Most hold an associate degree.

Skills that matter most

Active ListeningSpeakingSocial PerceptivenessService OrientationReading ComprehensionTime ManagementCritical ThinkingMonitoring

Knowledge areas

Customer and Personal ServicePsychologyEducation and TrainingEnglish LanguageTherapy and CounselingPublic Safety and Security

Full profile, interests that fit, certifications and training: Occupational Therapy Assistants.

Licenses and training in Maryland

Occupational Therapy Assistants pay in other states

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O*NET-SOC 31-2011.00. Pay: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, Maryland, annual.