Occupational Therapist

Change lives... beginning with yours. At the beach!!!

Imagine finishing your therapy day and being steps away from the ocean... or taking your lunch break with your feet in the sand.

At Carolina Therapy Connection, you can build a meaningful pediatric OT career while enjoying the lifestyle that makes coastal North Carolina so special.

We're a therapist-owned pediatric practice and Certified Autism Center that has served families across Eastern North Carolina for over 16 years. Our team has also been honored as one of North Carolina's Best Employers in 2023, 2024, and 2025 by Business North Carolina.

But what we're most proud of isn't the awards... it's creating a workplace where therapists feel supported, encouraged, and excited about the work they do every day.

Why Occupational Therapists Love Working at CTC

You get to focus on therapy, not paperwork
Our incredible administrative team handles scheduling, insurance authorizations, and logistics so you can spend more time doing what matters most... helping kids gain independence and thrive.

Your schedule should work for your life
Many of our therapists choose 4-day work weeks and 3-day weekends. At CTC, you help design the schedule that works best for you.

A true multidisciplinary team
You'll collaborate daily with SLPs, PTs, counselors, and educators to support children with a wide variety of diagnoses in a truly integrated environment.

Career growth that's personalized to you
You're not just a number here. We help each team member create an individual roadmap for their career... whether that includes leadership, specialization, mentorship, or maximizing compensation.

Tools that make your job easier
Our AI-supported EMR helps streamline documentation so you're not taking notes home at night.

What Our Team Appreciates Most

• 37.5 hours = full-time
• Flexible schedules with optional 4-day work weeks
• Salary OR per-billable-hour compensation options with weekly and monthly bonuses
• Mentorship and supervision programs
• Certified Autism Specialist credentialing through IBCCES
• Company-sponsored events, potlucks, snack bars, and team celebrations
• No weekends or holidays
• AI EMR System that makes documentation so quick you don't have to take notes home

Benefits

• Retirement plan with employer matching
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Disability and life insurance
• PTO plus all major holidays
• Continuing education reimbursement and CEU opportunities
• Professional development support
• Employee Assistance Program, including 6 counseling sessions covered by the employer
• Annual license and professional liability coverage
• Technology and therapy equipment provided
• Relocation assistance available

About Carolina Therapy Connection

Carolina Therapy Connection is a therapist-owned pediatric outpatient practice and Certified Autism Center serving children across Eastern North Carolina.

Our multidisciplinary team provides Speech Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, Mental Wellness/Counseling, and Educational Services in our clinics, schools, and community settings.

Our culture is faith-based and service-driven... centered on loving others well while creating a workplace where people genuinely enjoy being part of the team.

New Graduates Welcome We love mentoring new clinicians and helping them grow into confident pediatric therapists. If you're a new grad looking for strong mentorship and support, we would love to connect with you.

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Requirements

Job Requirements

Physical Requirements

• Ability to kneel, crouch, or sit on and get up from the floor to work closely with children.
• Capability to lift and carry children or therapy equipment weighing up to 50 lbs as needed.
• Efficient mobility, including the ability to walk, run, and move independently to ensure effective engagement in therapeutic activities.
• Adequate motor skills for activities such as handwriting, crafting, and using therapy tools.
• Stamina to maintain active engagement in a high-energy, child-focused environment throughout the workday.

Professional Qualifications

• A Bachelor's Degree, Master's, or Clinical Doctorate in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program.
• Current Occupational Therapy license in the state of North Carolina (or eligibility to obtain one).
• Experience or interest in pediatric therapy, including working with conditions such as autism, sensory processing disorder, and developmental delays.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for working with children, families, and a multidisciplinary team.

Additional Expectations

• Commitment to providing exceptional care in a faith-based, child-friendly environment.
• Ability to document effectively and efficiently using electronic systems provided by CTC.
• Willingness to participate in company events, team-building activities, and ongoing professional development.
• Passion for creating personalized treatment plans and building relationships with children and families.

Preferred but Not Required

• Experience with feeding therapy, sensory integration, or other specialty areas.
• New graduates are welcome and will receive mentorship and guidance!