Occupational Therapist - Pediatrics

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Occupational Therapist - Pediatrics at Sentara Health a 7.5 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as very good. This places the position in the top 10% of all Pediatrics psychologist listings evaluated on our platform. Contributing factors include no on-call duties, no weekend requirements, no night shifts.

Positions in this range offer a solid balance between clinical responsibility and personal time. Most providers report manageable workloads with adequate recovery time.

This Pediatrics position at Sentara Health is open to psychologist candidates.

Psychologists are seeing unprecedented demand driven by the mental health crisis, with telehealth dramatically expanding access and enabling fully remote practice.

Nationally, Pediatrics professionals earn a median annual salary of approximately $245k, with the typical range spanning $190k to $320k depending on experience, location, and practice setting.

Stated compensation: up to $10,000.

This position is based in Suffolk, Virginia.

Key skills and qualifications: Occupational therapy, Pediatric therapy, Rehabilitative programs, Functional mobility assessment, Pain relief, Daily living skills training, Patient assessment, Treatment planning. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Pediatrics role.

Core responsibilities: The Occupational Therapist will assess, plan, and implement rehabilitative programs to improve functional mobility and daily living skills for pediatric patients. They will work to relieve pain and correct disabling conditions resulting from disease or injury.

Benefits package: Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, 401k/403B with Employer Match, Paid Time Off, Sick Leave, Paid Parental Leave, Tuition Assistance ($5,250/year). A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.