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Certified Occupational Therapist Salary in Chicago, Illinois

Certified Occupational Therapist Salary in Chicago, IL

How much does an Certified Occupational Therapist make in Chicago, IL? The average Certified Occupational Therapist salary in Chicago, IL is $103,400 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $94,700 and $112,700. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

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Certified Occupational Therapist Salaries by Percentile
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10th Percentile Certified Occupational Therapist Salary $86,779 Chicago,IL March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Certified Occupational Therapist Salary $94,700 Chicago,IL March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Certified Occupational Therapist Salary $103,400 Chicago,IL March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Certified Occupational Therapist Salary $112,700 Chicago,IL March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Certified Occupational Therapist Salary $121,167 Chicago,IL March 26, 2024
25% $94,700 10% $86,779 90% $121,167 75% $112,700 $103,400 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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The Certified Occupational Therapist teaches patients skills/techniques and how to use adaptive equipment for participating in activities. Plans and conducts individualized occupational therapy programs to help patients develop, regain, or maintain their ability to perform daily activities. Being a Certified Occupational Therapist may require a master's degree. Studies, evaluates, and records patients' activities and progress. In addition, Certified Occupational Therapist typically reports to a manager. Typically requires Occupational Therapist certification. Certified Occupational Therapist's years of experience requirement may be unspecified. Certification and/or licensing in the position's specialty is the main requirement. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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    Certified Occupational Therapist


    Master's Degree or MBA

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    Occupational Therapy Team Leader

    3 - 5 years experience
    Master's Degree or MBA

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