The government projects that jobs for OTs and occupational therapy assistants will increase faster than average at least through the end of this decade. Occupational therapy professionals wishing to take advantage of the growing market for their services need to make sure their training and job experience keep up. For example, by 2007, a master's degree will be needed for entry-level occupational therapist jobs.

Occupational therapists and occupational therapist assistants can stay current in their field by keeping their resumes up to date and remaining aware of the latest opportunities in their field. OT professionals who seek out career growth in progressively better positions will be well-poised to capitalize on job market growth now and in the future. Using our award-winning health care job database, Absolutely Health Care, to stay familiar with what jobs are out there is a sensible and easy way to keep abreast of developments in this profession.

Here are a couple of tips and advice for getting the best jobs possible as you develop in your career. One good practice is to post your resume in our employer searchable database. You never know when an employer may have a great opportunity and want to contact you.

Another good practice is to email our staff for free assistance and information on the large number of unadvertised jobs currently being offered in the occupational therapy field. Many of the best jobs are never listed by the hiring employers. One of these unadvertised openings may represent the perfect opportunity for you to take the next important step in your career.

For further information on unadvertised and advertised job listings, as well as links to up-to-date salary information, please visit our contact page.