Therapy Jobs in Arkansas
23 active therapy jobs across Arkansas. Browse RN, LPN, travel nurse, ICU, ER, and per diem positions.
Arkansas is an active therapy market with 23 positions currently on the board across major hubs across Arkansas. Listings cover hospital, clinic, long-term care, home health, and travel-therapy contracts, with both staff therapist and OT openings updated daily. Travel therapists and staff therapists are in high demand at hospitals and healthcare systems statewide, with openings spanning travel, staff, per diem, PT, OT and SLP roles. Schedules range from per diem and night shift to full-time staff and travel contracts of 8–13 weeks, with pay tied to specialty, experience, and shift differentials. ICU, ER, and med-surg roles consistently see the strongest demand. Browse jobs by city below or jump straight to a category to filter the listings. New positions are added daily as employers refresh their hiring feeds, so check back often or set up an alert to be notified when fresh Arkansas therapy openings go live.
Average therapy pay — Arkansas
Approximate market averages. Actual pay varies by employer, specialty, setting, and experience.
| Role | Avg annual | Avg weekly (travel) |
|---|---|---|
| Physical Therapist (PT) | $82,000/yr | $1,800/week |
| Occupational Therapist (OT) | $78,000/yr | $1,650/week |
| Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) | $80,000/yr | $1,700/week |
| Behavior Analyst (BCBA) | $75,000/yr | $1,500/week |
| Mental Health Therapist | $65,000/yr | $1,200/week |
Why nurse in Arkansas?
Arkansas offers a wide range of nursing opportunities across hospitals, clinics, long-term care, home health, and travel contracts. Whether you're an experienced RN, an LPN/LVN, a CNA, or a new graduate, employers across the state hire across day, night, and weekend shifts with competitive pay, shift differentials, and benefits.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a Arkansas state license to work as a therapist here?+
Arkansas participates in the major therapy licensure compacts (PT Compact, OT Compact, and ASLP-IC). PTs, OTs, and SLPs holding a compact privilege from another member state can practice in Arkansas without applying for a separate state license — a major benefit for travel therapists and relocating clinicians.
How much do therapists make in Arkansas?+
Physical therapists, occupational therapists, and speech-language pathologists in Arkansas typically earn between $75,000 and $115,000 per year depending on specialty, setting, and experience. Travel therapy and home-health roles often pay at the top of that range, while school-based and outpatient roles for new grads start closer to the lower end. BCBAs typically earn $70,000–$95,000.
Are there travel therapy jobs available in Arkansas?+
Yes — travel PT, OT, and SLP contracts are widely available in Arkansas, especially in skilled nursing, home health, and school settings. Weekly pay packages typically range from $1,700 to $2,800+ including stipends, with 13-week assignments at facilities across the state.
Are there therapy jobs in Arkansas for new grads or therapists with no experience?+
Yes. Many outpatient clinics, school districts, and skilled nursing facilities in Arkansas hire new-grad PTs, OTs, and SLPs and offer mentorship programs. Entry-level ABA roles (RBT, BCaBA) with on-the-job training are also widely available statewide.
How many active therapy jobs are listed in Arkansas?+
There are currently 23 active therapy jobs in Arkansas, updated daily across PT, OT, SLP, ABA, mental health, school-based, home health, and travel roles.