OT Jobs in West Des Moines, IA

An Occupational Therapist (OT) plays a crucial role in the therapy industry by helping individuals of all ages to regain, develop, or maintain the skills they need to perform daily tasks, after being affected by physical, mental or emotional challenges. This includes working with children with disabilities to participate in school and social situations, helping people recover from injury, or providing support for older adults experiencing physical and cognitive changes. OTs develop treatment plans and therapeutic interventions tailored to their client's individual needs and goals, enabling them to live independently and enjoy a better quality of life.

Important skills for an OT include strong communication and interpersonal skills, flexibility, creativity, and a deep understanding of the physical and psychological aspects of illness and injury. They should have a master's or doctoral degree in occupational therapy, and be licensed to practice, which involves passing the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT) exam. Prior to becoming an OT, a person may work as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA), a physical therapy aide, or a rehabilitation aide.

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Remote Mental Health Therapist (LCSW, LMFT, LPC, etc)

  • Des Moines, IA (12 miles from West Des Moines, IA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Des Moines, IA (12 miles from West Des Moines, IA)
  • 1 day ago

Join Talkspace, a leading online platform for therapists and counselors to provide mental health care on your schedule, all from the comforts of home. This is a remote, part-time position for...

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Licensed Mental Health Counselor / Therapist (Remote)

  • Des Moines, IA (12 miles from West Des Moines, IA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA (12 miles from West Des Moines, IA)
  • 12 days ago

Join Talkspace, a leading online platform for therapists and counselors to provide mental health care on your schedule, all from the comfort of home. This is a fully remote, part-time position....

Remote Work

Remote Mental Health Therapist

  • Earlham, IA (17 miles from West Des Moines, IA)
  • 16 days ago
  • Earlham, IA (17 miles from West Des Moines, IA)
  • 16 days ago

SonderMind is a leading mental health care platform revolutionizing therapy services. We are seeking compassionate and highly skilled licensed mental health therapists to join our expanding...

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Occupational Therapist

  • Des Moines, IA (12 miles from West Des Moines, IA)
  • 25 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA (12 miles from West Des Moines, IA)
  • 25 days ago

and administering occupational therapy treatments and activities State license and registration to practice occupational therapy Minimum of 24 months of supervised clinical experience in an occupational...

Occupational Therapist

  • Des Moines, IA (12 miles from West Des Moines, IA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Des Moines, IA (12 miles from West Des Moines, IA)
  • 30+ days ago

Overview : Setting: Outpatient, Acute Care Compensation: $1,389 - $1,628 estimated weekly pay Start: ASAP | open to 1-2 months out Duration: 13 weeks | potential to extend Guaranteed Hours: 36...

Mental Health Therapist

  • Des Moines, IA (12 miles from West Des Moines, IA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Des Moines, IA (12 miles from West Des Moines, IA)
  • 30+ days ago

Join Talkspace, a leading online platform for therapists and counselors to provide mental health care on your schedule, all from the comfort of home. This is a fully remote, part-time position....

Remote Work

Licensed Mental Health Counselor

  • Des Moines, IA (12 miles from West Des Moines, IA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Des Moines, IA (12 miles from West Des Moines, IA)
  • 60+ days ago

Remote Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) Wage: Between $90-$122 an hour Are you a Licensed Mental Health Counselor looking to launch a private practice, or grow your existing practice?...

Licensed Mental Health Therapist

  • Des Moines, IA (12 miles from West Des Moines, IA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Des Moines, IA (12 miles from West Des Moines, IA)
  • 60+ days ago

Remote Licensed Mental Health Therapist (LMHT) Wage: Between $90-$122 an hour Are you a Licensed Mental Health Therapist looking to launch a private practice, or grow your existing practice?...

Licensed Mental Health Counselor (Virtual)

  • Des Moines, IA (12 miles from West Des Moines, IA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Des Moines, IA (12 miles from West Des Moines, IA)
  • 60+ days ago

Remote Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) Wage: Between $90-$122 an hour Are you a Licensed Mental Health Counselor looking to launch a private practice, or grow your existing practice?...

Licensed Mental Health Therapist (Virtual)

  • Des Moines, IA (12 miles from West Des Moines, IA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Des Moines, IA (12 miles from West Des Moines, IA)
  • 60+ days ago

Remote Licensed Mental Health Therapist (LMHT) Wage: Between $90-$122 an hour Are you a Licensed Mental Health Therapist looking to launch a private practice, or grow your existing practice?...

Occupational Therapist PRN - Urbandale

  • Urbandale, IA (11 miles from West Des Moines, IA)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Urbandale, IA (11 miles from West Des Moines, IA)
  • 3 hours ago

Bachelor's, Masters or Doctorate Degree from an accredited Occupational Therapy Program Current Professional licensure as an Occupational Therapist Meet licensure requirement for the state(s) in which...

OT / Occupational Therapist in DES MOINES, WA

  • Des Moines, IA (12 miles from West Des Moines, IA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Des Moines, IA (12 miles from West Des Moines, IA)
  • 1 day ago

Estimated payment breakdown $2,208 per week in taxable pay and non-taxable stipends Specialty: OT Start Date: 4/1/2025 Duration: 13 40 hours per week Shift: 5-8s Days Employment Type: Traveler Our Awesome...

Travel Occupational Therapist - $1,696 per week

  • Des Moines, IA (12 miles from West Des Moines, IA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA (12 miles from West Des Moines, IA)
  • 5 days ago

Anders Group is seeking a travel Occupational Therapist for a travel job in Des Moines, Iowa....

School-Based Occupational Therapist - Iowa School District (Virtual)

  • Indianola, IA (15 miles from West Des Moines, IA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Indianola, IA (15 miles from West Des Moines, IA)
  • 5 days ago

Remote School-Based Occupational Therapist Opportunity Are you an experienced Occupational Therapist looking for the flexibility to work remotely while making a meaningful impact?...

Licensed Mental Health Therapist-Provisional-Inpatient Peds

  • Des Moines, IA (12 miles from West Des Moines, IA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA (12 miles from West Des Moines, IA)
  • 5 days ago

UPH Additional Information Why UnityPoint Health? Commitment to our Team Were proud to be recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Healthcare several years in a row for our...

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Salary for OT Jobs in West Des Moines, IA

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for OT positions.



Highest Education Level

OTs in West Des Moines, IA offer the following education background
Master's Degree
47.7%
Bachelor's Degree
29.1%
Associate's Degree
9.4%
Doctorate Degree
8.7%
High School or GED
2.7%
Vocational Degree or Certification
2.0%
Some College
0.2%
Some High School
0.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by OTs in West Des Moines, IA
Less than 1 year
54.5%
None
27.3%
1-2 years
9.1%
2-4 years
9.1%