Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

Build a Profession You're Excited About — Not Just a Job

Are you a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant looking for more than just a caseload? Do you want clear growth opportunities, real collaboration, and a workplace that actually protects your time?

At Carolina Pediatric Therapy, we believe great clinicians deserve great support. We're seeking passionate, growth-minded OT professionals who want to deepen their skills, work alongside an interdisciplinary team, and make a meaningful impact on children and families—all while maintaining sustainable clinical practices.

We're Looking for Clinicians Who:

• Love collaborating as part of an interdisciplinary team
• Want to help shape and grow a thriving pediatric program
• Are curious, motivated learners who value professional growth

Why Carolina Pediatric Therapy?

We're a mission-driven, dynamic pediatric therapy practice providing integrated care for children ages birth through 21. Just as importantly, we invest deeply in our clinicians—because when our team thrives, our families do too.

Our clinicians enjoy:

• Daily protected time for planning and collaboration
• Weekly protected time for professional growth through learning collaboratives
• Multiple supports for efficient, ethical documentation—including customizable templates, AI-assisted tools, and collaborative documentation—so notes don't follow you home
• Flexible schedule options to support work-life balance
• Opportunities to work across clinics, daycares, schools, homes, community settings, and telehealth
• A clear, structured pathway for career advancement

About the Role

Occupational Therapists at Carolina Pediatric Therapy evaluate and treat a wide range of developmental, sensory, and motor-based needs. You'll use engaging, evidence-based interventions to support children's participation in daily activities—across play, self-care, and learning environments—making therapy meaningful and impactful.

What You Can Expect:

• Embedded mentorship program for new team members
• True interdisciplinary collaboration with OTs, PTs, SLPs, Psychology, and Behavioral Health clinicians
• A supportive, positive culture rooted in vision, purpose, and teamwork
• Ongoing staff development and learning opportunities

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive pay rates
• Medical health insurance
• Continuing education allowance
• 3 weeks PTO starting your first year
• Up to 10 paid holidays
• Mental health benefit / EAP
• Life insurance
• Optional supplemental insurance (dental, vision, etc.)
• 401(k)

Requirements:

• Licensed as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant in NC
• 2+ years of experience preferred (strong pediatric candidates with less experience encouraged to apply)
• Bilingual skills a plus
• Feeding experience a plus

Ready to grow your career in a place that values you as much as your work? Learn more and discover how you can make a lasting difference.