Erika Petersen

Occupational Therapist and Hand Therapist · Lahey Health

occupational therapist Boston, MA

Overview

Level
Staff
Function
Healthcare
Tenure
9 years
since Jan 2017
Gender
Female

Experience

Occupational Therapist and Hand TherapistCurrent
Lahey Health
Since Jan 2017 · 9 years · Boston, MA

Education

Drexel University
2012 – 2013
Tufts University
2003 – 2006
Gordon College
1997 – 2001

Skills

Injury Occupational Therapy Treatment

About Lahey Health

Industry
Hospitals & Physicians Clinics
Employees
1000 to 4999
Revenue
$100M to <$1B
Website

Professional Overview

Erika Petersen is a Occupational Therapist and Hand Therapist, currently affiliated with Lahey Health, based in Boston, MA. As a occupational therapist, Petersen contributes to patient care, clinical workflows, and healthcare operations in Boston, MA. They have been with Lahey Health for 9 years. Petersen holds academic credentials from Drexel University and Tufts University. Core competencies include Injury, Occupational Therapy, Treatment. Lahey Health operates in the Hospitals & Physicians Clinics sector with a workforce of 1000 to 4999 employees. Healthcare organizations seeking to recruit occupational therapist professionals can use HealthTal to access direct email addresses and personal phone numbers compiled from public LinkedIn profile data and public licensing data in the NPI registry. Direct outreach to occupational therapist specialists consistently yields higher response rates than passive job board postings, particularly for roles requiring specific clinical credentials or state licensure. The Boston, MA healthcare market offers access to a concentrated pool of clinical professionals, making direct outreach particularly effective for organizations building local care teams or expanding service capacity in the region.

Position in HealthTal Database

  • 35,020 healthcare professionals in HealthTal hold the occupational therapist specialty. Erika Petersen is one of them.
  • 1,011 occupational therapists are based in MA (out of 40,770 total healthcare contacts in that state).
  • 54 contacts at Lahey Health are tracked in HealthTal.
  • Typical occupational therapist compensation in MA: $82,000 – $137,000 (median $105,000). Source: BLS OEWS adjusted for state cost of labor.
  • Top employers of occupational therapists in MA: Boston Public Schools (22), Spaulding Rehabilitation Network (16), Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital (12).
  • 1% of occupational therapists in MA hold a senior title (Director, Manager, Chief, VP, etc.).
  • 81% of occupational therapists in MA have education credentials on file.

Data refreshed November 2026.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Erika Petersen located?

Erika Petersen is based in Boston, MA. They are currently affiliated with Lahey Health.

What is Erika Petersen's specialty?

Erika Petersen specializes in occupational therapist. Their current role is Occupational Therapist and Hand Therapist.

Where does Erika Petersen currently work?

Erika Petersen currently works at Lahey Health. They have been there for 9 years.

What is Erika Petersen's educational background?

Erika Petersen attended Drexel University and Tufts University.

How do I contact Erika Petersen for recruiting?

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How do I recruit a occupational therapist?

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What is the average salary for a occupational therapist in MA?

occupational therapists in MA typically earn $82,000 to $137,000 annually, with a median of $105,000. Figures derive from BLS OEWS data, adjusted for state cost of labor. Senior-titled roles (Director, Manager, Chief) and high-acuity practice settings push the upper end.

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