Pediatric Occupational Therapist

The New Jersey Centers of Physical Therapy

$120K — $130K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Master's degree in Occupational Therapy or equivalent.
  • Current state licensure as an Occupational Therapist.
  • Experience working with pediatric populations preferred.
  • Strong teamwork and communication skills.
  • Willingness to engage in mentorship and continuous learning.

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with Doctor of Physical Therapy team members on patient care.
  • Develop and manage a pediatric caseload tailored to individual needs.
  • Conduct assessments and create treatment plans for pediatric patients.
  • Participate in mentorship sessions to enhance clinical skills.
  • Engage in advanced case discussions and treatment roundtables.

Benefits

  • 1:1 dedicated mentorship sessions with experienced clinicians.
  • Structured training and compensation progression.
  • Flexible scheduling options with low patient volume.
  • 4 weeks of paid time off (PTO).
  • Access to in-person CEU courses and online resources.
Full Job Description
Join our clinician-led team as a confident, growth-minded Occupational Pediatric Therapist

As our Pediatric Occupational Therapist, you will collaborate with an experienced team of Doctors of Physical Therapy while bringing your pediatric occupational therapy expertise to our interdisciplinary practice. This is a unique opportunity to help build and grow NJDPT's pediatric occupational therapy program while developing your own pediatric caseload within an established, clinician-led practice.

Our Mentorship Program
  • Dedicated 1:1 mentorship sessions and clinical collaboration with an experienced team of highly credentialed clinicians
  • Intentional mentor matching and access across a wide range of clinical expertise
  • Development of clinical reasoning, treatment planning, and patient-care skills needed to practice at the full scope of the profession
  • Strengthen your ability to evaluate, assess, and make sound clinical decisions
  • Develop decision-making grounded in best evidence, provider expertise, and patient values
  • Expand your clinical lens through exposure to imaging, diagnostics, and lab data
  • Participate in advanced case discussions, treatment roundtables, and meaningful clinical collaboration

Compensation & Benefits
  • Total compensation package valued up to $130,000+, including benefits
  • Salary progression up to $120,000+ following the structured training and development period
  • Growth supported through NJDPT's Ascend Compensation Model, which recognizes clinical development, professional growth, mentorship, leadership, and meaningful contributions to the practice
  • Medical, dental, and vision
  • IRA: Vanguard retirement plan with employer match

Schedule & Caseload
  • 1-2 patients per hour - a sustainable model, not high-volume care
  • Flexible full-time scheduling options
  • Option to design a 3-, 4-, or 5-day workweek
  • 4 weeks PTO

Development
  • In-person CEU courses with industry experts + MedBridge access
  • Low patient volume designed to support clinical learning and development
  • Opportunity to help shape and expand pediatric occupational therapy services as the program grows.
  • Opportunities to grow clinically, mentor others, pursue advanced training, contribute to leadership initiatives, and advance through NJDPT's Ascend Compensation Model

If you're a new graduate, early-career Occupational Therapist, or experienced clinician looking to learn, grow, and build a long-term career in a clinician-led practice, we invite you to apply.

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