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Occupational Therapist vs Physician salary

In Poland, a physician earns about 3% more than a occupational therapist $107,040 vs $104,410 per year.

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Healthcare
Occupational Therapist
$104,410/yr
Monthly
$8,705
Hourly
$50
Range
$78,110$136,574
10-yr outlook
+12%
Pays more
Healthcare
Physician
$107,040/yr
Monthly
$8,916
Hourly
$52
Range
$68,511$154,142
10-yr outlook
+3%

Pay range, side by side

PercentileOccupational TherapistPhysician
Entry (10th)$78,110$68,511
25th$91,260$87,762
Median$104,410$107,040
75th$120,479$130,578
Senior (90th)$136,574$154,142

National Poland figures in PLN. Individual pay varies with experience, employer, and location.

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Frequently asked questions

Does a occupational therapist or physician earn more in Poland?
A physician earns more, at about 407 000 zł per year vs 397 000 zł for a occupational therapist — roughly 3% (10 000 zł) more.
What is the salary range for these roles in Poland?
A occupational therapist typically earns 297 000 zł–519 300 zł, while a physician earns 260 500 zł–586 100 zł per year.
How much do these jobs pay per month in Poland?
On a monthly basis before tax, a occupational therapist averages about 33 100 zł and a physician about 33 900 zł.
How do entry-level salaries compare?
At the 10th percentile in Poland, a occupational therapist earns about 297 000 zł while a physician earns about 260 500 zł per year.
How do senior-level salaries compare?
At the 90th percentile in Poland, a occupational therapist earns about 519 300 zł while a physician earns about 586 100 zł 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.