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Eleutheria
Irmo, South Carolina

Occupational Therapist

Occupational Therapist 8.7 Work-LifeFull-Time

Listed compensation

$45 - $55/hr

The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed

Ask the employer about the work setting, call expectations, weekend coverage and time off.

Posted 3mo ago · Verified live

Job Description

Job Title

Occupational Therapist

Pay Range

$45-55/hour

Job Description

  • Occupational Therapist
  • Up to $55/hour | Irmo, SC | Full-Time | 2026-2027 School Year

Position Details

  • 37.5-40 hrs/week - for 2026-2027 School Year
  • Flexible schedule

About the Role

Hi, OTs! Ampersand Therapy is hiring an Occupational Therapist (OT) for a school-based position in Irmo, SC. You’ll support students' lives working in-person with students to support students' function and participation at school.

Why Join Us

  • Competitive pay (Up to $55/hour)
  • Short term position (8/12/26-early November)
  • W-2 employment with liability insurance included
  • Healthcare benefits* + 401(k) with company match
  • Reimbursement for licensure, CEUs, and professional expenses
  • Mileage reimbursement between sites + referral bonuses

What You’ll Do

  • Provide school-based evaluations, direct treatment, and progress monitoring for students (pediatric caseload)
  • Write and maintain IEPs, therapy plans, progress notes, and required documentation
  • Attend and contribute to IEP and multidisciplinary special education team meetings
  • Collaborate with teachers, families, and related service providers to support student success

What We’re Looking For

  • Licensed Occupational Therapist (OT) in South Carolina, or licensed in another state and willing to obtain SC licensure ASAP
  • Pediatric or school-based experience preferred
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills
  • School-based experience preferred, not required

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

Provide school-based evaluations, direct treatment, and progress monitoring for a pediatric caseload. Maintain IEPs and collaborate with teachers, families, and special education teams to support student success.

Requirements

Must be a Licensed Occupational Therapist in South Carolina or willing to obtain licensure immediately. Pediatric or school-based experience is preferred.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Pediatric EvaluationsIEP DevelopmentMultidisciplinary CollaborationPatient Care

Occupational Therapist Career Context

The cost-of-living index for South Carolina is 93.7 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$104k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $111k in an average-cost state. 60.6% of South Carolina clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Of the 40 active Occupational Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 3% are remote, 45% have no call, 55% require no weekends.

What does the Occupational Therapy market look like in South Carolina?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Work-life score8.7 / 10 · top 5% in occupational therapyranked against 8,995 Occupational Therapy listingslisting-based score, 0–10
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$111k in purchasing powerSouth Carolina index 93.7 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Occupational Therapy listings in South Carolina178 active9,027 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 3% remote · 45% no call · 55% no weekends40 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedSouth Carolina occupational therapist listings (all specialties): 12% state a sign-on bonus (median $8k) · 15% offer loan repayment199 active listings, Nov 2026
New Occupational Therapy listings3,268 in the last 30 days1,702 the 30 days before (+92%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Occupational Therapy pay trend+4.0% vs prior quarter—through Oct 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index (8,995 Occupational Therapy listings), BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Nov 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Occupational Therapist at Eleutheria a 8.7 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as excellent. This places the position in the top 5% in Occupational Therapy — ranked against 8,995 active Occupational Therapy listings on WeekdayDoc.

Top Occupational Therapist Jobs

22 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

22 jobs · 14 employers
6
<$90k
12
$90k-110k
0
$110k-130k
3
$130k-150k
1
$150k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

21 jobs · 14 employers
401k / retirement match
100% this job
CME allowance
57% this job
Sign-on bonus
43%
Loan repayment
5%
Relocation assistance
5%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

#1

Pediatric Occupational Therapist

MGA Homecare · Grand Prairie, Texas

up to $150,000
#2

Occupational Therapist Marlboro NJ

Healthcare Recruitment Counselors · Marlboro, New Jersey

$140k
#3

Occupational Therapist Matawan NJ

$140k
#4

PACE Occupational Therapist, Compton Center

$92k-$134k
+ 20 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

median 4.8this job 8.7
Among the best 10% of Occupational Therapy listings for work-life

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 8,995 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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About Eleutheria

Benefits & Perks

Healthcare Benefits
401(k) with Company Match
Licensure Reimbursement
CEU Reimbursement
Mileage Reimbursement
Referral Bonuses
Liability Insurance

Living in Irmo

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$236k
Typical market rent
$1,810/mo
Residents’ average commute
24 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
93.7
State income tax
Up to 6.5%
Sources & methodology

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

BEA 2024 · Columbia, SC metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

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