Experienced Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

Carolinapeds; Asheville (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Continuing education allowance

Three weeks of PTO starting in year 1

Up to 10 paid holidays

Employee Assistance Program

Life insurance

Optional dental, vision

401(k)

Job summary

Carolina Pediatric Therapy in Asheville, NC seeks an experienced Occupational Therapy Assistant to provide evidence-based pediatric care in a collaborative team. The role emphasizes mentorship, interdisciplinary collaboration, and growth opportunities.

You'll join a culture that values high‑quality care, clinician wellbeing, and ongoing development, with a focus on pediatric programming and family-centered practice.

Qualifications

• Licensed Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant.
• 4+ years of clinical experience.
• Experience working with children, adolescents, and/or families.
• Training in evidence-based interventions.
• Bilingual skills are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide evidence-based assessments and treatments for children, adolescents, and families within a collaborative pediatric care model.
• Collaborate with Occupational Therapy Practitioners, Physical Therapists, Speech-Language Pathologists, Psychologists, and other Behavioral Health providers.
• Mentor graduate students and supervise student clinicians.
• Contribute to clinical programming improvements and advocate for clinician wellbeing.

Skills

Evidence-based practice

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Mentoring

Professional development

Education

Licensed COTA

4+ years clinical experience

Experience with children/adolescents

Job description

Description

$7,500 Sign-On Bonus | Pediatric Integrated Care Team

You've built strong clinical skills. Now build a career that grows with them.

At Carolina Pediatric Therapy, we're looking for experienced outpatient pediatric Occupational Therapy Assistants who want more than a full schedule and endless documentation. We are building an exceptional pediatric Occupational Therapy program and are seeking therapists who want to help shape its future.

If you're passionate about evidence-based care, interdisciplinary collaboration, mentoring the next generation of clinicians, and continuing to grow professionally, we'd love to meet you.

Why Experienced Therapists Choose Carolina Pediatric Therapy

Many clinicians reach a point where they want more influence, more support, and more purpose in their work.

Here, you'll find:

• Protected daily planning time built into your schedule
• Dedicated weekly professional development and case consultation
• Documentation systems and AI-supported tools designed to eliminate after-hours work
• Opportunities to mentor graduate students and early-career clinicians
• Collaboration with Occupational Therapy Practitioners, Physical Therapists, Speech-Language Pathologists, Psychologists, and other Behavioral Health providers
• Flexible practice opportunities across clinic, school, and telehealth settings
• A structured career advancement pathway that rewards clinical excellence and leadership

The Opportunity

As an Experienced Occupational Therapy Assistant, you'll provide evidence-based and -informed assessment and treatment for children, adolescents, and families within a collaborative pediatric care model.

This role is ideal for clinicians who want to:

• Deepen expertise in evidence-based treatments
• Help build and improve pediatric occupational therapy services
• Influence clinical programming and best practices
• Mentor future therapists and partner with Universities to supervise student clinicians
• Work in a culture that values both high-quality care and clinician wellbeing

What Success Looks Like

Our most successful therapists are:

• Strong clinicians who value evidence-based practice
• Collaborative team members who enjoy interdisciplinary care
• Lifelong learners committed to professional growth
• Leaders who want to contribute beyond direct client care
• Advocates for children and families

Requirements

Qualifications

• Licensed Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
• 4+ years of clinical experience
• Experience working with children, adolescents, and/or families
• Training in evidence-based interventions
• Bilingual skills are a plus

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• $7,500 sign-on bonus
• Medical insurance
• Continuing education allowance
• Three weeks of PTO starting in year one
• Up to 10 paid holidays
• Employee Assistance Program and mental health benefits
• Life insurance
• Optional dental, vision, and supplemental insurance
• 401(k)

Join a Team That Invests in Your Growth

At Carolina Pediatric Therapy, we believe exceptional care starts with supporting exceptional clinicians. If you're looking for a place where your expertise is valued, your growth is encouraged, and your work makes a lasting impact, we'd love to connect.

Learn more at CarolinaPeds.com.