Travel Occupational Therapist Jobs in Idaho

The median salary for Occupational Therapists in the state of Idaho was $80,760 per year or $38.83 per hour in 2021 with most earning an annual salary between $75,460 and $95,590 according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Entry-level jobs in Idaho or those with the lowest 10% salary earned around $61,790, while the highest 10% earned more than $100,640. Idaho ranks 43 in median annual salary for Occupational Therapists, though when adjusted to the relative cost of living, Idaho ranks at 31.

Typically, travel ot jobs will provide higher hourly and weekly pay than permanent positions in the same specialty, facility, and location. The estimated weekly gross pay listed for travel Occupational Therapists is based on the specified hours per week listed on job cards and includes available stipend amounts.

To become an Occupational Therapist in Idaho, you must meet the requirements outlined by the Occupational Therapy Licensure Board. These requirements include completing a graduate or professional level Occupational Therapy program accredited by the Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE) and passing the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT) exam. Additionally, applicants must complete a background check and pay the necessary fees, which are $80 for OTs and $60 for OTAs. The application form can be found on the Board's website, and the processing time is 3-5 days once the application is complete and reviewed. If you need a temporary license while waiting for your license to be processed, you can apply for a $25 temporary permit, valid until the license is fully processed or for 6 months. For more information, visit the Idaho Board of Occupational Therapy's website.

No, Idaho is not currently a member of the Occupational Therapy Compact (OTC).

Traveling as an allied health professional provides a number of personal and career benefits. Travel Occupational Therapist Jobs provide competitive pay packages, as they are needed all across the country. With the occupational therapist jobs expected to grow by 17.5% by 2030 according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, occupational therapy travel jobs will be in demand for years to come in nearly any setting. This demand allows an OT to explore the country and experience any health setting from home health to acute care. Agencies also may also provide insurance benefits, travel reimbursement, housing stipends, reimbursement for licenses, and other perks depending on the contract.

Many therapy travelers find employment opportunities through recruitment agencies and marketplaces, which means you have better access to job boards to choose your schedule, location, and salary. When you begin browsing for jobs, be sure to consider the housing options, the benefits, the guaranteed hours policy, and the recruiting company’s overall reputation.

The good news is that Fusion Marketplace has everything you need when it comes to finding the perfect traveling occupational therapist job. Here, you have the freedom to compare benefits, packages, and staffing agencies—all in one place. So create a profile and find your next travel therapy job today.