Pediatric Occupational Therapist (OT) Autism & Early Childhood

Pediatric Occupational Therapist (OT)

At Atlanta Autism Center (AAC), we provide compassionate, evidence-based care to children with autism and developmental differences, primarily ages 28. As a physician-owned organization, we are committed to creating an environment where children thrive and clinicians have the support, resources, and mentorship they need to succeed. We are seeking a passionate Pediatric Occupational Therapist (OT) to join our interdisciplinary team. You will collaborate with BCBAs, RBTs, SLPs, and other pediatric professionals to provide meaningful, individualized care in a 100% center-based environment.

Why Join AAC?

• $85,000$100,000 annual salary, based on experience and qualifications
• 100% center-basedno driving between homes or schools
• MondayFriday schedule with no evenings or weekends
• Operating hours of 8:00 AM5:00 PM, with optional 4:00 PM end times
• Manageable productivity expectations with approximately 2532 direct clinical hours per week
• Weekly flex time available
• Paid onboarding and structured training
• Weekly in-person clinical mentorship
• Free live and on-demand CEUs
• $500 annual CE stipend
• Monthly advanced clinical training
• Clear opportunities for clinical and leadership growth
• Opportunities to participate in in-house research
• Dedicated operations, intake, billing, and authorization support
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• PTO and paid holidays
• Floating holiday and mental health days
• Bring-your-child-to-work benefit
• Supportive, collaborative interdisciplinary team

What You'll Do

• Provide evidence-based occupational therapy evaluations, assessments, and interventions.
• Conduct comprehensive pediatric evaluations, including functional and daily living skills.
• Develop individualized treatment plans based on evaluation results, clinical needs, and family input.
• Provide engaging, naturalistic, and play-based therapy to support children's development and independence.
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation, including evaluations, treatment notes, and progress reports.
• Collaborate with families and caregivers to support progress and generalization of skills.
• Work closely with BCBAs, RBTs, SLPs, PTs, and other professionals to coordinate care.
• Educate families on strategies and home programs that support continued progress.
• Participate in team meetings, continuing education, and ongoing professional development.
• Use data and clinical judgment to monitor progress and guide treatment decisions.

Why AAC? At AAC, we believe clinicians should be able to focus on what they do best: providing excellent care to children and supporting their families. Our dedicated administrative and clinical support teams help reduce the burden of non-clinical responsibilities, while our mentorship, training, and professional development programs help you continue to grow. If you're looking for a rewarding pediatric OT career with competitive compensation, a predictable center-based schedule, manageable clinical expectations, and a team that truly invests in your growth, we'd love to meet you! Apply today and join Atlanta Autism Center!

We Offer Equal Employment Opportunity:

It is our policy to abide by all federal, state and local laws prohibiting employment discrimination based solely on a person's race, color, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, pregnancy, childbirth, physical disability, mental and/or intellectual disability, age, military status, veteran status (including protected veterans), marital status, registered domestic partner or civil union status, gender (including sex stereotyping and gender identity or expression), medical condition, genetic information, sexual orientation, or any other protected status.

Requirements

What We're Looking For Required:

• Master's degree or Doctorate from an accredited Occupational Therapy program
• Current Georgia OT license or eligibility for licensure
• Current NBCOT certification
• Experience working with children ages 28 in a pediatric, clinical, educational, or private practice setting
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Collaborative, professional, and compassionate approach
• Ability to manage a varied pediatric caseload and work effectively within a team

Preferred:

• Experience with early intervention or preschool populations
• Experience working with autism and developmental disabilities
• Previous multidisciplinary or interdisciplinary experience
• Familiarity with trauma-informed approaches
• Knowledge of sensory processing/integration
• Experience with pediatric feeding, activities of daily living, fine motor, or functional skill development