OTR
Medical abbreviation · Healthcare Credential
| Stands for | Occupational Therapist, Registered |
|---|---|
| Categories | Medical |
OTR stands for Occupational Therapist, Registered, a healthcare credential abbreviation.
Credential from the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT) for occupational therapists who passed its certification exam. Most states require the exam for licensure.
Example: Evaluation signed by Riley Park, OTD, OTR, on the inpatient rehabilitation unit.
Usage notes
NBCOT certification is renewed every three years with professional development units. Therapists can let NBCOT certification lapse while keeping a state license in many states, in which case they write OT/L instead of OTR/L.
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This entry is for general education and is not medical advice. Abbreviation use varies between institutions; always confirm in context.