Job description
Carolina School Services (CSS) is hiring a Pediatric Occupational Therapist (OT) to join our growing Wake Forest clinic team. This role is a great fit for an OT who loves functional, engaging pediatric therapy and wants flexibility now with the opportunity to build into a consistent, full-time caseload over time.
- Clinic-based pediatric OT (birth–21; caseload tailored to your strengths)
- Focus areas may include fine/visual motor skills, sensory processing, self-regulation, ADLs, executive functioning, and school readiness
- Opportunities for 1:1 sessions and potential small groups as the program grows
- Part-time to start, with room to grow into full-time as referrals build
- Flexible schedule — choose your consistent days/times (after-school and daytime options)
- Supportive team culture + strong administrative systems
Compensation
& Pay Structure
- $55–$65/hour (based on certifications, experience, and licensure)
- 1099 independent contractor
- Option to transition to W-2 as hours increase / schedule becomes more consistent
Responsibilities
- Provide pediatric OT evaluations and treatment in an outpatient clinic setting
- Develop individualized plans of care with measurable, functional goals
- Provide interventions targeting fine motor/handwriting, visual-motor integration, sensory processing, regulation, coordination, and ADLs (as appropriate)
- Educate caregivers and provide practical home-program strategies for carryover
- Document evaluations, daily notes, progress updates, and discharge summaries in a timely manner
- Collaborate with clinic team members (SLP, mental health clinicians, learning specialists) to support whole-child goals
** Qualifications (Required) **
- NC OT license (active or eligible)
- Pediatric experience preferred (clinic, school, EI, daycare, etc.) or strong interest in pediatrics