Pediatric Occupational Therapist
Listed compensation
$65k-$85k
The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed
Ask the employer about the work setting, call expectations, weekend coverage and time off.
Job Description
Benefits
- 401(k) matching
- Bonus based on performance
- Company parties
- Competitive salary
- Dental insurance
- Employee discounts
- Free food & snacks
- Free uniforms
- Health insurance
- Opportunity for advancement
- Paid time off
- Signing bonus
- Training & development
- Vision insurance
- Wellness resources
- Benefits/Perks
- Competitive Compensation
- Great Work Environment
- Career Advancement Opportunities
Job Summary
We are seeking an Occupational Therapist to join our team! As an Occupational Therapist, you will be meeting with several patients in a day, discussing their treatment needs and ultimate goals, and crafting customized, comprehensive therapy plans for them.
You will also work closely with other doctors or members of their health team to arrange follow-up care, help educate patients on lifestyle changes they may need, and provide a positive, affirming presence in their lives.
The ideal candidate has a compassionate style of care, has strong communication and interpersonal skills, and is comfortable handling multiple different cases at a time.
Responsibilities
Meet with patients from many different backgrounds and compassionately discuss their health concerns and therapy needs
- Conduct evaluations to determine a starting point for each patient
- Create a therapy plan specific to each patient that will help them meet their mobility goals
- Work closely with other members of each patient’s care team to provide adequate follow-up care
- Maintain excellent records of patient therapy and progress
Qualifications
- Must hold the required state license for occupational therapy must have NJ school certification
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Excellent organizational skills
- Good attention to detail
- The ability to stay positive and compassionate over a long period of time with patients
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Pediatrics — Occupational Therapist Career Context
Of the 40 active Pediatrics listings this role was benchmarked against, 5% are remote, 60% have no call, 70% require no weekends.
The cost-of-living index for New Jersey is 108.8 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$75k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $69k in an average-cost state. 63.8% of New Jersey clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
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Living in Lafayette Township
- Typical 3-bedroom home value
- $475k≈ 7.3× annual pay
- State income tax
- Up to 10.8%
Sources & methodology
Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026).
Ratios use this listing’s gross annual pay. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.