Katey Velarde

Occupational Therapist · Wakemed

occupational therapist Raleigh, NC

Overview

Level
Staff
Function
Healthcare

Experience

Occupational TherapistCurrent
Wakemed
Raleigh, NC

About Wakemed

Industry
Hospitals & Physicians Clinics
Employees
5000+
Revenue
$1B+
Office Location
3000 New Bern Ave Ste G100, Raleigh, NC

Professional Overview

Katey Velarde is a Occupational Therapist, currently affiliated with Wakemed, based in Raleigh, NC. As a occupational therapist, Velarde contributes to patient care, clinical workflows, and healthcare operations in Raleigh, NC. Wakemed operates in the Hospitals & Physicians Clinics sector with a workforce of 5000+ 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 Raleigh, NC 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. Katey Velarde is one of them.
  • 752 occupational therapists are based in NC (out of 45,480 total healthcare contacts in that state).
  • 985 contacts at Wakemed are tracked in HealthTal.
  • Typical occupational therapist compensation in NC: $69,000 – $115,000 (median $88,000). Source: BLS OEWS adjusted for state cost of labor.
  • Top employers of occupational therapists in NC: Atrium Health (26), Wake County Public School System (20), Wakemed (16).
  • 3% of occupational therapists in NC hold a senior title (Director, Manager, Chief, VP, etc.).
  • 78% of occupational therapists in NC have education credentials on file.

Data refreshed November 2026.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Katey Velarde located?

Katey Velarde is based in Raleigh, NC. They are currently affiliated with Wakemed.

What is Katey Velarde's specialty?

Katey Velarde specializes in occupational therapist. Their current role is Occupational Therapist.

Where does Katey Velarde currently work?

Katey Velarde currently works at Wakemed.

How do I contact Katey Velarde for recruiting?

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How do I recruit a occupational therapist?

Recruiting occupational therapists typically involves reaching out via direct email or phone. HealthTal's database provides contact data for occupational therapists across all 50 states, allowing you to contact candidates directly without going through job boards.

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

occupational therapists in NC typically earn $69,000 to $115,000 annually, with a median of $88,000. 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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