Occupational Therapist
Listed compensation
$45-$55/hr
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Job Description
Job Title
Occupational Therapist
Pay Range
$45-$55/hourly
Job Description
Occupational Therapist| Up to $55/hour | Roanoke Rapids, NC | Full-Time | 2026-2027 School Year
Hello OTs!
Join us in making a difference by working with a women-founded and therapist-led company!
Ampersand Therapy is excited to be searching for compassionate Occupational Therapists (OTs) to join a wonderful local school district! We're currently conducting interviews, and we'd love to connect with dedicated professionals like you. Let's work together to create a positive impact in students' lives!
Position Details
- Part-Time (10-15 hours a week)
- November 2026-March 2027
What You’ll Do
- Provide evaluations and treatments for schools
- Complete portions of IEPs/documentation
- Collaborate with school Special Education team
What We’re Looking For
- Initial certification by National Board for Certification of Occupational Therapy
- License by the NC Board of Occupational Therapy
About Ampersand Therapy
Ampersand Therapy is a women- and therapist-operated company built by providers who understand school-based work. We focus on support and mentorship so clinicians can do their best work. Our team is committed to equity, community impact, and creating a workplace where therapists feel valued.
Benefits apply to 0.8 FTE and above after a short waiting period.
Ampersand Therapy is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment and sense of belonging for all employees. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or any other identity characteristics. We encourage all qualified individuals to apply and join our team.
Key Responsibilities
The Occupational Therapist will provide evaluations and treatments for students within a school setting. They are also responsible for completing IEP documentation and collaborating with the school's Special Education team.
Requirements
Candidates must hold an initial certification from the National Board for Certification of Occupational Therapy. Additionally, they must possess a valid license from the NC Board of Occupational Therapy.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
Key Skills
Occupational Therapist Career Context
In North Carolina, the Occupational Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$92k (206 salary observations; 739 listings), vs ~$97k nationally (6,812 salary observations; 26,149 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-01-01 through 2026-10-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.
The cost-of-living index for North Carolina is 94.3 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$104k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $110k in an average-cost state. 59.2% of North Carolina clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Listed pay | $94k–$114k | Occupational Therapy median $96k (middle half $89k–$97k)11 comparable listings, Oct 2026 |
| North Carolina vs national | $92k median in North Carolina | $97k nationally (−5%)206 state / 6,812 national salary observations |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$110k in purchasing power | North Carolina index 94.3 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Occupational Therapy listings in North Carolina | 254 active | 9,249 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 40% no call · 66% no weekends50 benchmarked listings |
| Occupational Therapy pay trend | +1.5% vs prior quarter | —through Sep 2026 |
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Benefits & Perks
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Listing-based score, 0–10, across 9,265 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.
Benefits & Perks
Living in Roanoke Rapids
- Typical 3-bedroom home value
- $148k
- Typical market rent
- $950/mo
- Residents’ average commute
- 22 min
- State income tax
- Up to 4.8%
Sources & methodology
Sources: Zillow home values (Sep 2026), Zillow market rents (Sep 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.
City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.