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Stellar Therapy Services
Cleveland, Tennessee

Occupational Therapist Outpatient Pediatrics

Occupational TherapistFull-Time

Compensation

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Job Description

Job Title

  • Occupational Therapist- Pediatrics
  • Full Time/ Part Time/ PRN - opportunities available

Flexible Schedule

  • Stellar Therapy Services is a therapist-owned and operated company passionate about delivering excellent therapy services to schools and facilities in Chattanooga and the surrounding areas.
  • We believe in empowering our team to make a meaningful impact while maintaining a healthy work-life balance.
  • Our employees are “Stellar Stars” who share our values of family – in whatever shape or form – and excellence in everything we do.
  • Apply today to see why our therapists say, "We love our job!"

About the Role

We are seeking a compassionate and motivated Occupational Therapist to join an outpatient pediatric team. In this role, you will provide therapeutic services that support children in developing the skills they need to participate fully in daily activities at home, in school, and in the community. The ideal candidate is patient-centered, collaborative, and committed to delivering high-quality care in a family-focused environment.

Responsibilities

  • Evaluate pediatric clients to identify functional strengths, challenges, and therapy needs.
  • Develop individualized treatment plans based on assessment findings, clinical judgment, and client goals.
  • Provide direct occupational therapy interventions for children with a variety of developmental, sensory, motor, and functional needs.
  • Monitor progress and adjust treatment plans as needed to support meaningful outcomes.
  • Educate and coach parents, caregivers, and families on home programs and carryover strategies.
  • Collaborate with physicians, educators, therapists, and other care team members to support comprehensive care.
  • Document evaluations, treatment sessions, progress notes, and discharge summaries accurately and in a timely manner.
  • Maintain compliance with clinical standards, safety guidelines, and applicable regulations.
  • Contribute to a positive, supportive, and child-centered therapy environment.

Qualifications

  • Degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program.
  • Current occupational therapy licensure or eligibility for licensure in the applicable state.
  • Experience working with pediatric populations preferred.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build rapport with children and families.
  • Ability to work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
  • Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
  • Knowledge of pediatric development, sensory processing, motor skills, and functional participation.

Preferred Experience

  • Previous experience in outpatient pediatrics, early intervention, or school-based services.
  • Familiarity with evidence-based pediatric therapy approaches.
  • Experience using electronic documentation systems.
  • Ability to adapt treatment approaches to meet the unique needs of each child and family.

What We Offer

  • A collaborative and supportive clinical team.
  • Opportunities for professional growth and continuing education.
  • Meaningful work that helps children achieve greater independence and confidence.
  • A positive workplace culture focused on patient care and teamwork.

Equal Opportunity Commitment

We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace and providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure

Key Skills

Treatment planningPatient assessmentMotor skills developmentClinical documentationFamily coachingMultidisciplinary collaborationEvidence-based practice

Occupational Therapist Career Context

Of the 50 active Occupational Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 6% are remote, 52% have no call, 78% require no weekends.

Occupational Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is up 3.0% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).

The cost-of-living index for Tennessee is 91.9 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 58.6% of Tennessee clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Location & Logistics

Tennessee has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states.

Top Occupational Therapist Jobs

39 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution37 jobs · 30 employers

16
<$110k
10
$110k-130k
6
$130k-150k
5
$150k-170k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks34 jobs · 30 employers

401k / retirement match
88%
CME allowance
59% this job
Sign-on bonus
35%
Loan repayment
29%
Relocation assistance
15%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

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Work-life snapshot

median 4.8this job 4.8
Better work-life than 50% of Occupational Therapy listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 9,123 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

Living in Cleveland

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$325k
Typical market rent
$1,400/mo
Residents’ average commute
21 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
88.1
State income tax
None
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Cleveland, TN metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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About Stellar Therapy Services

Hospitals and Health Care
Chattanooga, TN
51-200 employees

Benefits & Perks

Flexible Schedule
Professional Growth Opportunities
Continuing Education