Experienced Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

Carolinapeds; Brevard (NC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$7,500 sign-on bonus

Medical insurance

CE allowance

Paid time off (PTO)

Job summary

Carolina Pediatric Therapy is seeking an experienced Occupational Therapy Assistant to join our pediatric care team. You’ll provide evidence-based assessments and treatments for children and families within a collaborative care model, across clinic, school, and telehealth settings.

We value mentorship of graduate students, clinician wellbeing, and ongoing professional growth, with dedicated time for planning and development and access to AI-assisted tools to streamline documentation.

Qualifications

• Licensed Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant with current credentials.
• Minimum of 4+ years of clinical experience in pediatrics.
• Bilingual skills are a plus (English and another language).

Responsibilities

• Provide evidence-based assessment and treatment for children, adolescents, and families.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team across pediatric care settings.
• Mentor students and partner with universities to supervise trainee clinicians.

Skills

Licensed COTA

Clinical experience

Bilingual skills

Education

COTA license

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

• 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.