Occupational Therapist - Contractor

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. Experience in a school setting is a plus. Therapy Smarts, Inc. is a therapist-owned private pediatric outpatient clinic providing SLP, PT, and OT services to children of all ages and diagnoses, including: autism spectrum disorder, sensory processing disorder, cerebral palsy, apraxia, dyslexia, feeding disorders, and developmental delays.

Requirements

Role & 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.
• •Maintain compliance with documentation and billing requirements.

Qualifications

• •Licensed Occupational Therapist in the state of North Carolina.
• •Minimum 2 years pediatric experience; evaluation experience strongly preferred.
• •Proficiency in a variety of pediatric assessment tools (e.g., PDMS-2, BOT-2, Sensory Profile).
• •Strong written communication and organizational skills.
• •Ability to work independently and manage deadlines.

Compensation & Schedule

• •Paid per completed evaluation.
• •Flexible schedule; assignments based on need.
• •Evaluations may occur in Durham, Chapel Hill, and partner sites (schools, daycares, Headstart programs).

Why Work With Us

• •Competitive per-evaluation rates.
• •Administrative support for scheduling and billing.
• •Flexible, project-based workload — ideal for OTs seeking supplemental income or schedule control.
• •Supportive, collaborative team culture.