Under close supervision of an occupational therapist or occupational therapy assistant, perform only delegated, selected, or routine tasks in specific situations. These duties include preparing patient and treatment room.
Occupational Therapy Aides
SOC: 31-2012 O*NET: 31-2012.00
Median Salary
$37,370
per year
Job Growth
➡️ 2.5%
Average (2024-2034)
Annual Openings
0.6
projected jobs/year
Education Level
Vocational school, on-the-job training, or associate degree
Job Zone 3
Under close supervision of an occupational therapist or occupational therapy assistant, perform only delegated, selected, or routine tasks in specific situations. These duties include preparing patient and treatment room.
Overview
Compensation & Benefits
Salary Distribution by Percentile
Understanding where you might fall in the salary range based on experience and location.
10th
$22,422
25th
$29,896
50th (Median)
$37,370
75th
$44,844
90th
$56,055
Percentile Explained: If you're in the 75th percentile, you earn more than 75% of workers in this occupation. Entry-level positions typically fall in the 10th-25th percentile range, while experienced professionals often reach the 75th-90th percentile.
Typical Benefits Package
Health & Wellness
- ✓Health Insurance
- ✓Dental Insurance
- ✓Vision Insurance
- ✓Mental Health Support
- ✓Wellness Programs
Financial Benefits
- ✓401(k) Retirement Plan
- ✓Employer Match (typically 3-6%)
- ✓Profit Sharing
- ✓Stock Options
- ✓Performance Bonuses
Work-Life Balance
- ✓Paid Time Off (15-25 days)
- ✓Paid Sick Leave
- ✓Flexible Work Arrangements
- ✓Remote Work Options
- ✓Parental Leave
Professional Development
- ✓Tuition Reimbursement
- ✓Professional Certifications
- ✓Conference Attendance
- ✓Training Programs
- ✓Mentorship Opportunities
Note: Benefits vary widely by employer, company size, and location. Large corporations and tech companies often offer more comprehensive packages, while small businesses may offer fewer benefits but more flexibility. Always review the complete compensation package, not just base salary.
Job Market Intelligence
Job Market Intelligence
Medium Demand
Market demand
Medium Risk
Automation risk
Current Employment
National Employment:5,200
10-Year Outlook
Growth Rate:+2.5%
Annual Openings:600
Employment Projections
2024 (Current)5,200
Current
2034 (Projected)5,300
+2.5%
+100
Employment Change
+2.5%
Growth Rate
10
Year Projection
Growth Category: As fast as average
Key Growth Factors
- •Average growth expected
Top Skills
✓
Service Orientation
Service Orientation
✓
Social Perceptiveness
Social Perceptiveness
✓
Speaking
Speaking
✓
Active Listening
Active Listening
✓
Coordination
Coordination
✓
Critical Thinking
Critical Thinking
✓
Monitoring
Monitoring
✓
Complex Problem Solving
Complex Problem Solving
✓
Writing
Writing
✓
Reading Comprehension
Reading Comprehension
Key Knowledge Areas
✓
Therapy and Counseling
✓
English Language
✓
Customer and Personal Service
✓
Psychology
✓
Computers and Electronics
✓
Education and Training
✓
Medicine and Dentistry
✓
Public Safety and Security
Education & Training
Education Required
Vocational school, on-the-job training, or associate degree
Experience Required
Previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience required
Job Training
Training of more than one year