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Therapy World
Pineville, North Carolina

Pediatric Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant

Occupational Therapy AssistantFull-Time

Listed compensation

$36.5-$44.5/hr

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Posted 1mo ago

Job Description

Benefits

  • Competitive salary
  • Dental insurance
  • Flexible schedule
  • Free uniforms
  • Health insurance
  • Opportunity for advancement
  • Paid time off
  • Training & development
  • Vision insurance

About the Role

Therapy World LLC is looking for a passionate and dedicated Pediatric Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) to join our growing team in Charlotte, NC/Rock Hill SC! In this rewarding role, you'll make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and families by delivering high-quality, compassionate occupational therapy services every day.

Responsibilities

Implement individualized occupational therapy treatment plans for pediatric patients under the supervision of a licensed OT

Provide hands-on therapeutic interventions targeting fine motor, sensory processing, self-care, and developmental skills

  • Monitor and document patient progress, updating treatment notes and goals accordingly
  • Collaborate with occupational therapists, families, caregivers, and school personnel to support each child's development
  • Educate parents and caregivers on home exercise programs and therapeutic strategies
  • Maintain a safe, engaging, and child-friendly therapy environment
  • Participate in team meetings, case reviews, and ongoing professional development

Requirements

  • Active COTA licensure in the state of North Carolina and South Carolina
  • NBCOT certification (Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant) required
  • Experience working with pediatric populations in a clinical, school, or outpatient setting preferred
  • Knowledge of sensory integration, NDT, or other pediatric therapy frameworks is a plus
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills with children, families, and multidisciplinary teams
  • Compassionate, patient, and enthusiastic approach to working with children of all abilities
  • Ability to maintain accurate documentation and meet productivity standards

About Us

Therapy World LLC is a trusted provider of pediatric therapy services in the Charlotte, NC area and Rock Hill SC, dedicated to helping children reach their fullest potential. Families choose us for our personalized, evidence-based approach and the genuine care our therapists bring to every session. Our team thrives in a supportive, collaborative environment where professional growth and making a real impact go hand in hand.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure

Key Skills

Pediatric occupational therapyFine motor skillsSelf-care trainingTreatment planningPatient documentationCaregiver educationMultidisciplinary collaboration

Pediatrics — Occupational Therapist Career Context

The cost-of-living index for North Carolina is 94.3 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$84k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $89k in an average-cost state. 59.2% of North Carolina clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Pediatrics by the numbers
MeasureThis jobMarket
Listed pay$76k–$93kPediatrics median $69k (middle half $62k–$69k)15 comparable listings, Oct 2026
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$89k in purchasing powerNorth Carolina index 94.3 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Pediatrics listings in North Carolina25 active679 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedNorth Carolina Occupational Therapist listings: 15% state a sign-on bonus (median $5k) · 8% offer loan repayment276 active listings, Oct 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Oct 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Work-life snapshot

median 4.8this job 4.8
Better work-life than 50% of Occupational Therapy Assistant listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 1,043 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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About Therapy World

Hospitals and Health Care
Rock Hill, South Carolina
11-50 employees

Benefits & Perks

Competitive salary
Dental insurance
Flexible schedule
Free uniforms
Health insurance
Opportunity for advancement
Paid time off
Training & development

Living in Pineville

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$394k
Typical market rent
$1,534/mo
Residents’ average commute
24 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
97.3
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.

BEA 2024 · Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia, NC-SC metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

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