Pediatric Occupational Therapist Part-Time
Listed compensation
$39.31-$62.9/hr
The week · per this posting
Schedule not stated in this posting — no days, weekends, call or nights given.
Ask the employer about the work setting, call expectations, weekend coverage and time off.
Job Description
Pediatric Occupational Therapist Part-Time
Pediatric Therapy
The Pediatric Occupational Therapist Part-Time will:
Evaluates and assesses neonate, pediatric and adolescent patients with neurodevelopmental and orthopedic diseases and/or disabilities to determine their level of function. Develops and performs therapeutic treatment programs that reflect age and developmentally appropriate activities and documents findings.
Communicates and works closely with Medical Staff and other healthcare professionals. Participates in clinical education programs and departmental program development in assigned areas. Practices in accordance with professional Code of Ethics.
Requirements
- Requires a masters or doctoral degree, graduate of an entry-level masters or doctorate program in Occupational Therapy from a college or university accredited by the Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE).
- Requires a current New Jersey State license and registration in Occupational Therapy or eligibility.
- Previous experience preferred; especially in Pediatric Rehabilitation.
- Requires analytical ability, use of independent judgment and sufficient interpersonal and communication skills for interaction with patients, parents, caregivers, students, therapists and other healthcare professionals.
- NDT certification preferred but not necessary.
Salary Range: 39.31 - 62.90 USD
We offer competitive base rates that are determined by many factors, including job-related work experience, internal equity, and industry-specific market data. In addition to base salary, some positions may be eligible for clinical certification pay and shift differentials.
The salary range listed for exempt positions reflects full-time compensation and will be prorated based on employment status.
Saint Peter's offers a robust benefits program to eligible employees that will support you and your family in working toward achieving and maintaining secure, healthy lives now and into the future. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance; savings accounts, voluntary benefits, wellness programs and discounts, paid life insurance, generous 401(k) match, adoption assistance, back-up daycare, free onsite parking, and recognition rewards.
You can take your career to the next level by participating in either a fully paid tuition program or our generous tuition assistance program. Learn more about our benefits by visiting our site at Saint Peter's.
Key Responsibilities
The therapist will evaluate and assess pediatric patients with neurodevelopmental and orthopedic conditions to determine functional levels. They will also develop and implement therapeutic treatment programs while collaborating with medical staff and healthcare professionals.
Qualifications
- Education
- Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
Key Skills
Pediatrics — Occupational Therapist Career Context
Of the 40 active Pediatrics listings this role was benchmarked against, 30% have no call, 68% 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 ~$106k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $98k in an average-cost state. 63.8% of New Jersey clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$98k in purchasing power | New Jersey index 108.8 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Pediatrics listings in New Jersey | 15 active | 628 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 30% no call · 68% no weekends40 benchmarked listings |
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