Remote and Work-From-Home Occupational Therapy Jobs

Explore 9 live remote OT roles — telehealth assessments, report writing, and flexible work-from-home arrangements. Employers can reach telehealth-ready clinicians for $99 with same-day approval.

Featured Remote OT Vacancies

9 live roles
Occupational Therapist
Best Of You Inner Melbourne and the South East, Victoria Contract $100 – $100 per hour 1 week, 3 days ago
Community Health Disability Environmental Modifications Mental Health +3
Direct Flexible Manageable caseload
Occupational Therapist - Driving Assessment 4 days, 14 hours ago
Wise OT Solutions NSW (Remote community), New South Wales Full-Time
Driving Neurology & ABI Occupational Rehabilitation Remote +1
Direct Mentorship Flexible
Occupational Therapist 4 days, 14 hours ago
Aspect Gables, New South Wales Full-Time
Autism Disability NDIS Paediatric +2
New grads Direct Flexible
Occupational Therapist 4 days, 14 hours ago
Aspect Adelaide, South Australia Part-Time
Autism Disability NDIS Paediatric +2
Direct Mentorship Manageable caseload
Occupational Therapist 2 weeks, 2 days ago
Ability Action Australia Ballina, New South Wales Full-Time
Disability Environmental Modifications Mental Health NDIS +3
Direct Mentorship PD Manageable caseload

How remote occupational therapy roles work

Remote OT roles range from fully work-from-home telehealth positions to hybrid arrangements where you visit clients locally and complete assessments and reports remotely. Common work includes functional capacity assessments, equipment prescription, report writing, and ongoing review appointments. Some providers use remote clinicians to support rural and remote participants who have limited local access.

Telehealth is not simply a video call. Remote OTs need strong interviewing skills, the ability to coach a support person through an assessment, and a clear process for escalating concerns when they cannot be in the room. Employers should provide a secure platform, administrative support, and a documented policy for when an in-person visit is required.

Remote OT pay and conditions

Remote OT salaries are usually comparable to on-site roles, typically $80,000 to $115,000 for employees, with contractor rates paid per assessment or per hour. Fully remote roles may include a technology allowance and flexible hours, while hybrid roles often provide a vehicle for local visits.

Check whether travel to mandatory training or team meetings is paid, how equipment and software are supplied, and whether billable targets account for the extra time needed to build rapport over video. Contractors should factor in insurance, leave, superannuation, and the cost of maintaining a private workspace.

Is remote OT right for you?

Remote work rewards clinicians who are organised, comfortable with technology, and able to manage their own schedule. It can be isolating, so look for regular peer supervision, team meetings, and access to a senior clinician. A dedicated workspace and reliable internet are essential if you are seeing participants from home.

Remote roles can be a good fit for experienced clinicians, people returning from parental leave, or those living outside a major city. If you are early in your career, prioritise roles with structured supervision and some in-person mentoring. Browse current remote OT vacancies below or set an alert for new listings.

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