Staff Occupational Therapist (OTR/L) – Pediatrics

Communicare Therapy Services; Peachtree City (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

CommuniCare Therapy Services in Peachtree City, GA seeks a Staff Occupational Therapist (OTR/L) to provide pediatric evaluations and evidence-based therapy. You will develop individualized plans, document progress, and collaborate with families and the clinical team to optimize outcomes.

The role requires pediatric OT expertise, Georgia OTR/L licensure (or eligibility), and a graduate degree in Occupational Therapy. A family-centered approach and strong documentation skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Pediatric OT-focused expertise.
• Knowledge of medical/health principles in pediatrics.
• Experience in rehabilitation with goal-oriented plans.
• Strong communication with families and team.
• Background in pediatrics and child development.
• Current OTR/L licensure (or eligibility) in Georgia.
• Graduate degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program.
• Ability to work in a family-centered environment and adapt interventions.
• Strong organizational and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct pediatric OT evaluations and evidence-based treatment.
• Develop individualized treatment plans based on assessments.
• Document progress and maintain accurate records.
• Collaborate with families, caregivers, and clinical team.
• Educate families on strategies to promote skill development.
• Participate in team meetings and case discussions to optimize outcomes.

Skills

Pediatric OT

Clinical decision-making

Rehabilitation

Communication

Pediatrics

OTR/L licensure

Documentation

Education

Graduate degree in Occupational Therapy

Georgia OTR/L licensure

Job description

Company Description

CommuniCare Therapy Services is a pediatric therapy practice based in Peachtree City, Georgia, serving families across Fayette, Coweta, and surrounding counties. The team provides speech-language therapy, occupational therapy, feeding therapy, and comprehensive evaluations with individualized treatment plans. Founded by Lisa Lester, MS, CCC-SLP, the practice focuses on family-centered care that supports children in communicating, connecting, and thriving at home and school. CommuniCare accepts Medicaid and many commercial insurance plans, making services accessible to a wide range of families. The practice is growing and welcomes pediatric clinicians who are passionate about working with children.

Role Description

The Staff Occupational Therapist (OTR/L) – Pediatrics is a full-time, on-site role based in Peachtree City, GA. The therapist will provide pediatric occupational therapy evaluations and evidence-based treatment to help children improve functional skills in areas such as motor development, sensory processing, self-care, and participation in home and school activities. Day-to-day responsibilities include conducting assessments, developing individualized treatment plans, documenting progress, collaborating with families and caregivers, and coordinating care with other members of the clinical team. The role also involves educating families on strategies to support skill development, maintaining accurate clinical records, and participating in team meetings and case discussions to optimize patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated expertise in Occupational Therapy with a focus on pediatric populations.


• Knowledge of relevant Medicine and health-related principles that inform pediatric therapy and clinical decision-making.


• Experience in Rehabilitation, including designing and implementing goal-oriented, function-focused treatment plans.


• Strong Communication skills for collaborating with children, families, caregivers, and interdisciplinary team members.


• Background in Pediatrics, including understanding of child development and age-appropriate interventions.


• Current OTR/L licensure (or eligibility for licensure) in the state of Georgia.


• Graduate degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program.


• Ability to work collaboratively in a family-centered environment and to adapt interventions to diverse cultural and family needs.


• Strong organizational and documentation skills, with commitment to ethical and evidence-based practice.