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Occupational Therapist vs Physician salary

In Israel, a physician earns about 98% more than a occupational therapist — $243,731 vs $122,862 per year.

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Healthcare
Occupational Therapist
$122,862/yr
Monthly
$10,227
Hourly
$59
Range
$91,914–$160,716
10-yr outlook
+12%
Pays more
Healthcare
Physician
$243,731/yr
Monthly
$20,322
Hourly
$117
Range
$156,001–$350,986
10-yr outlook
+3%

Pay range, side by side

PercentileOccupational TherapistPhysician
Entry (10th)$91,914$156,001
25th$107,388$199,866
Median$122,862$243,731
75th$141,789$297,359
Senior (90th)$160,716$350,986

National Israel figures in ILS. Individual pay varies with experience, employer, and location.

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Frequently asked questions

Does a occupational therapist or physician earn more in Israel?
A physician earns more, at about ‏734,000 ‏₪ per year vs ‏370,000 ‏₪ for a occupational therapist — roughly 98% (‏364,000 ‏₪) more.
What is the salary range for these roles in Israel?
A occupational therapist typically earns ‏276,800 ‏₪–‏484,000 ‏₪, while a physician earns ‏469,800 ‏₪–‏1,057,000 ‏₪ per year.
How much do these jobs pay per month in Israel?
On a monthly basis before tax, a occupational therapist averages about ‏30,800 ‏₪ and a physician about ‏61,200 ‏₪.
How do entry-level salaries compare?
At the 10th percentile in Israel, a occupational therapist earns about ‏276,800 ‏₪ while a physician earns about ‏469,800 ‏₪ per year.
How do senior-level salaries compare?
At the 90th percentile in Israel, a occupational therapist earns about ‏484,000 ‏₪ while a physician earns about ‏1,057,000 ‏₪ per year.
Are occupational therapist and physician similar careers?
Both roles sit in the Healthcare category on Pay by Role, which is why we compare them head-to-head. Day-to-day work still differs — review each job page for skills and outlook.