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Tri-County Therapy
Anderson, South Carolina

Occupational Therapist (OT) - Early Intervention and Clinic Based

Occupational TherapistFull-Time

Listed compensation

$63K - $94K

The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed

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Posted 3mo ago

Job Description

Tri-County Therapy (TCT) is trusted throughout South Carolina to provide pediatric therapy services for children (0-18). With locations throughout Charleston, Ladson, Mount Pleasant, Greenville, and Anderson, TCT is recognized for delivering compassionate, evidence-informed pediatric care. We are committed to helping children reach their fullest potential while cultivating a team of skilled, forward-thinking professionals who feel supported and valued.

Our occupational, physical, and speech-language therapy professionals work together to provide coordinated care in a variety of settings, including clinics, family homes, schools, preschools, and community-based environments. We invest in our therapists through professional development opportunities, clinical resources, supportive leadership, and meaningful collaboration, all focused on creating positive outcomes for the children and families in our care.

We Are Currently Hiring For

Full-Time Mixed Community + Clinic based OT in Anderson, SC (office, homes, preschools, early intervention)

Occupational Therapist Job Responsibilities

Complete evaluations by reviewing assessment findings, clinical observations, and relevant medical and developmental history.

Design individualized plans of care (POCs) addressing areas such as fine motor development, sensory processing and regulation, visual-motor and perceptual skills, feeding, activities of daily living, and other functional needs.

Recognize when adaptive or sensory-related equipment may improve a child’s independence and assist families with obtaining medically necessary resources.

Independently manage a diverse pediatric caseload that may include children with sensory-processing needs, sensory-based feeding challenges, executive-functioning difficulties, emotional-regulation needs, infant-development concerns, and other diagnoses.

Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation, including SOAP notes, evaluation reports, plans of care, progress updates, patient observations, and discharge summaries.

Teach children and caregivers practical techniques that promote consistent use of therapeutic strategies outside of treatment sessions.

Create customized therapeutic activities and home programs designed to strengthen skills and improve functional outcomes.

Communicate regularly with parents and caregivers, providing education and recommendations that support progress across everyday environments.

Occupational Therapist Job Requirements

  • Active professional licensure through the South Carolina Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation.
  • Bachelor’s degree or higher in Occupational Therapy from an accredited college or university.
  • Pediatric experience gained through previous employment or a clinical rotation preferred
  • Strong knowledge of developmental milestones from birth through age 18, including motor, cognitive, functional, and maturational development.
  • Experience with sensory processing and feeding therapy is preferred.

Occupational Therapist Benefits

  • Health & Dental Insurance
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays
  • Bonus Compensation Opportunities
  • Continuing Education Programs
  • Professional CEU Scholarship Opportunities
  • Short Term-Disability Insurance Options
  • Life & Vision Insurance Options
  • Covered Professional Liability Insurance iPad and Therapy Equipment

Why Build Your Career with TCT?

At TCT, we prioritize clinical growth, meaningful collaboration, and positive outcomes for every child and family. Our supportive leadership structure ensures you have access to:

A dedicated manager who provides day-to-day operational assistance

An experienced Lead Occupational Therapist who offers clinical mentorship, ongoing training, and feedback on documentation

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Key Responsibilities

The Occupational Therapist will evaluate pediatric patients and design individualized plans of care to address functional, sensory, and developmental needs. They will also manage a diverse caseload, maintain clinical documentation, and provide education to caregivers to support progress in everyday environments.

Requirements

Candidates must hold an active professional licensure in South Carolina and a minimum of a bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy. Previous pediatric experience and knowledge of developmental milestones are preferred.

Qualifications

Education
Bachelor degree

Key Skills

Visual-motor SkillsPatient Education

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 ~$79k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $84k 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, 63% require no weekends.

What does the Occupational Therapy market look like in South Carolina?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Work-life score7.2 / 10 · top 10% in occupational therapyranked against 9,043 Occupational Therapy listingslisting-based score, 0–10
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$84k in purchasing powerSouth Carolina index 93.7 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Occupational Therapy listings in South Carolina177 active9,040 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 3% remote · 45% no call · 63% no weekends40 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedSouth Carolina occupational therapist listings (all specialties): 12% state a sign-on bonus (median $5k) · 15% offer loan repayment199 active listings, Nov 2026
New Occupational Therapy listings3,212 in the last 30 days1,658 the 30 days before (+94%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Occupational Therapy pay trend+3.8% vs prior quarter—through Oct 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index (9,043 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 (OT) - Early Intervention and Clinic Based at Tri-County Therapy a 7.2 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as very good. This places the position in the top 10% in Occupational Therapy — ranked against 9,043 active Occupational Therapy listings on WeekdayDoc.

Top Occupational Therapist Jobs

22 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

22 jobs · 13 employers
6
<$95k
11
$95k-115k
1
$134k
4
$135k-155k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

21 jobs · 13 employers
401k / retirement match
95% this job
CME allowance
48% this job
Sign-on bonus
43%
Loan repayment
5%
PSLF eligible
5%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

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Work-life snapshot

median 4.8this job 7.2
Among the best 10% of Occupational Therapy listings for work-life

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 9,043 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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About Tri-County Therapy

Medical Practices
Ladson, South Carolina
51-200 employees

Benefits & Perks

Health & Dental Insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan
Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays
Bonus Compensation Opportunities
Continuing Education Programs
Professional CEU Scholarship Opportunities
Short Term-Disability Insurance
Life & Vision Insurance

Living in Anderson

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$276k≈ 4.4× annual pay
Typical market rent
$1,308/mo≈ 25% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
22 min
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.

Ratios use this listing’s gross annual pay. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.