Delegates
Delegate
Phillippa Rolle
MSOT, OTR/L
Alternate 1
Shenika McIntosh
Working in the Bahamas
General Information
Main language(s) spoken in the Bahamas
English
Registration
Occupational therapists are required to register with a federal/national organisation to practice
Required
Occupational therapists are required to register with a state/regional organisation to practice
Required
Practicing Requirements
Language(s) that are required for occupational therapists to practice
English
Employment Opportunities
Occupational therapy is recognised as a shortage occupation
Yes
Sources of information for occupational therapist employment opportunities
Doctor's Hospital: https://www.doctorshosp.com/vacancies (External) ↗
Princess Margaret Hospital: http://www.pmh.phabahamas.org/human-resources/job-openings/ (External) ↗
Princess Margaret Hospital: http://www.pmh.phabahamas.org/human-resources/job-openings/ (External) ↗
Immigration
Immigration regulations or visa requirements to practice
Work Visa - The Bahamas' Ministry of Immigration: https://www.immigration.gov.bs/residence/annual-work-permit/ (External) ↗
Disclaimer: This information was provided by Occupational Therapy Association of the Bahamas and was last updated on 2nd April 2026. WFOT is not liable for any inaccuracies, omissions, or changes in the information provided. This information is intended as a guide and should be independently verified before making any decisions.
Education Programmes
There are no WFOT Approved Programmes in the Bahamas at this time.