Occupational Therapist - Contractor
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Compensation Intelligence
BLS OES 2024 · NC adjusted
63% above median for Occupational Therapist in NC
Job Description
About the Role
Join Therapy Smarts Inc as a Occupational Therapist – Contractor, Flexible Schedule in United States. Description Therapy Smarts is looking for passionate OTs who are interested in living our mission of “Turning challenges into triumphs for all children" to join our growing team in a full-time capacity. Must have experience in pediatrics either through previous employment or fieldwork placement.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive initial evaluations and periodic reevaluations for pediatric clients (3-10 years old).
- Administer standardized assessments and clinical observations.
- Prepare clear, timely, and thorough written evaluation reports with measurable goals and recommendations.
- Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to support service planning.
Requirements
- 2, Sensory Profile). Strong written communication and organizational skills. Ability to work independently and manage deadlines.
Benefits & Compensation
- Salary: $135K - $150K
Work Schedule
- Contract position.
- Flexible scheduling available.
Apply to join Therapy Smarts Inc as a Occupational Therapist – Contractor, Flexible Schedule.
Key Skills
Position Insights
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Occupational Therapist - Contractor at Therapy Smarts a 6.3 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 35% of all Occupational Therapy psychologist listings evaluated on our platform. Contributing factors include no on-call duties, no weekend requirements, flexible scheduling.
This score reflects a generally positive work environment with some areas for improvement. Clinicians should evaluate scheduling and workload expectations carefully.
Occupational Therapy — Psychologist Career Context
This Occupational Therapy position at Therapy Smarts 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.
Compensation Analysis
Therapy Smarts lists compensation for this psychologist position at $135k to $150k annually.
Location & Logistics
This position is based in Durham, North Carolina.
Why This Position Stands Out
- No on-call requirements — clinicians are completely off-duty after hours
- No weekend shifts — preserving personal and family time
- Flexible scheduling options available
- Transparent compensation ($135k–$150k)
Skills, Responsibilities & Benefits
Key skills and qualifications: Occupational Therapy, Pediatrics, Evaluation, Reevaluation, Standardized Assessments, Clinical Observations, Report Writing, Goal Setting. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Occupational Therapy role.
Core responsibilities: The role involves conducting comprehensive initial evaluations and periodic reevaluations for pediatric clients aged 3-10, utilizing standardized assessments and clinical observations. Responsibilities also include preparing thorough written reports with measurable goals and collaborating with a mul...
Benefits package: Competitive per-evaluation rates, Administrative support for scheduling and billing, Flexible, project-based workload, Supportive, collaborative team culture. A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.
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Benefits & Perks
Work-Life Balance Score
Protective Factors (3)
No on-call (β=6.95; p<0.001 for ↓ exhaustion)
No weekends (57% ↓ work-life conflict)
Flexible scheduling (Schedule control protective)
Interpretation: Position demonstrates strong burnout protection with 3 validated protective factors.
Job Details
Employment Type
Contract
Posted
1mo ago
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