Pediatric Occupational Therapist

Peach State Pediatric Therapy, Inc.; Buford (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Peach State Pediatric Therapy, Inc. in Buford, GA is seeking a Pediatric Occupational Therapist for a full-time, on-site role.

You will evaluate children and adolescents to identify functional, sensory, and developmental needs, and create individualized treatment plans to support participation in daily activities. You will provide one-on-one and small-group interventions across our dynamic spaces, collaborate with families and other therapy disciplines, document progress, and participate in

Qualifications

• Experience in pediatric OT assessment and intervention.
• Knowledge of sensory integration approaches.
• Experience collaborating with families and multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate children/adolescents to identify needs and goals.
• Develop individualized treatment plans and implement one-on-one and small-group interventions.
• Document assessments and progress, and communicate with families.
• Participate in multidisciplinary meetings to coordinate care.

Skills

Pediatric OT

Evaluation

Treatment planning

Intervention

Sensory Integration

Education

Master’s or Doctorate in Occupational Therapy

Job description

Company Description

Peach State Pediatric Therapy is a dynamic, multidisciplinary pediatric clinic located in Buford, GA, offering Occupational, Physical, and Speech Therapy for children and young people ages 0–21. The clinic occupies over 12,000 square feet, featuring a full gross motor gym, fine motor room, multiple classrooms, a full kitchen for cooking and sensory groups, a pediatric exercise facility, and an indoor walking track. A 2,500-square-foot free swing area and the largest special-needs dedicated indoor playground of its kind in the country provide unique opportunities for therapy through play and movement. The environment is designed to support collaborative, child-centered care and innovative treatment approaches, giving team members access to diverse resources and spaces to meet a wide range of developmental needs.

Role Description

The Pediatric Occupational Therapist is a full-time, on-site role based in Buford, GA. This role involves evaluating children and adolescents to identify functional, sensory, motor, and developmental needs, and creating individualized treatment plans to support participation in daily activities. The therapist will provide one-on-one and small-group interventions in settings such as the gross motor gym, fine motor room, kitchen, classrooms, and playground, focusing on skills like self-care, play, school readiness, and sensory regulation. Daily tasks include documenting assessments and progress, collaborating with families, caregivers, and other therapy disciplines, and adapting therapeutic activities to match each child’s goals. The therapist will also participate in multidisciplinary team meetings, contribute to early intervention programming, and support a safe, inclusive, and engaging clinic environment.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated skills in Occupational Therapy practice, including evaluation, treatment planning, and intervention for pediatric clients.
• Strong background in Pediatrics and Early Intervention, with experience supporting children from infancy through adolescence.
• Knowledge and practical experience in Sensory Integration approaches and sensory-based treatment strategies.
• Comfort and skill in Working With Children in clinical, play-based, and group settings, including those with diverse developmental and physical needs.
• Master’s or Doctorate degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program.
• Current Georgia OT license (or eligibility for licensure) and NBCOT certification.
• Effective communication skills for collaborating with families, caregivers, and multidisciplinary team members.
• Ability to safely lift, move, and assist children in various therapy environments and equipment.
• Previous pediatric clinical experience in outpatient, school, or early intervention settings is preferred.
• Commitment to inclusive, family-centered care and ongoing professional development.