Occupational Therapist (OT) - Early Intervention and Clinic Based
Listed compensation
$63K - $94K
The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed
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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
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.
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Work-life score | 7.2 / 10 · top 10% in occupational therapy | ranked against 9,043 Occupational Therapy listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$84k in purchasing power | South Carolina index 93.7 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Occupational Therapy listings in South Carolina | 177 active | 9,040 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 3% remote · 45% no call · 63% no weekends40 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | South 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 listings | 3,212 in the last 30 days | 1,658 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 |
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.
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