Occupational Therapy Assistant Jobs in North Carolina
Occupational Therapy Assistant jobs in North Carolina are open across Charlotte, Burlington, and Beaufort and other North Carolina metros, with employers like PruittHealth, FOX Rehabilitation, and HealthPRO Heritage hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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State of Location:
North Carolina
Position Summary:
As an outpatient clinician, you will have the chance to work with many children as well as some adult populations. Our teammates are dedicated to the treatment of our patients, providing individualized one-to-one attention and customized plans of care to meet your patient's needs. Parents and caregivers are encouraged to attend sessions so they can carry skills and home exercises into their child's daily life. Ivy's rewarding work environment allows multi-disciplinary collaboration and mentorship while maintaining autonomy and growth that is specific to each of our clinician's passions and expertise. Join Ivy Rehab’s dedicated team where you’re not just an employee, but a valued teammate! Together, we provide world-class care in physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, and applied behavior analysis (ABA) services. Our culture promotes authenticity, inclusion, growth, community, and a passion for exceptional care for every patient.
Job Description:
Pediatric Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)
Full Time
Leland, NC
Coastline Therapy Group, Part of the Ivy Rehab Network
At Ivy Rehab for Kids, you are not just an employee - you are a valued teammate!
We are seeking an outpatient pediatric focused therapist, who is a big kid at heart, to join our dedicated team at Ivy Rehab. Let’s come together to provide patients with access to world-class care and outcomes for those in need of physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, and applied behavior analysis (ABA) services. By promoting authenticity, inclusion, growth, community, and a passion for providing exceptional care to every single patient, we provide the resources and support necessary to invest in our clinicians.
Why Choose Ivy?
- Best Employer: A prestigious honor to be recognized by Modern Healthcare, signifying excellence in our industry and providing an outstanding workplace culture.
- Innovative Resources & Mentorship: Access to abundant resources, robust mentorship, and career advice for unparalleled success.
- Exceeding Expectations: Deliver best-in-class care and witness exceptional patient outcomes.
- Incentives Galore: Eligibility for full benefits package beginning within your first month of employment. Bi-weekly productivity bonuses, generous PTO (Paid Time Off) plans, paid holidays, and annual CEU (Continuing education) incentives. Tax free student loan repayment options, sign-on bonus, or relocation assistance.
- Empowering Values: Live by values that prioritize teamwork, growth, and serving others.
Commitment to Clinical Excellence:
We take pride in the extraordinary accomplishments of our clinicians. How will Ivy Rehab invest in you?
- Exceptional Support: Many opportunities for mentorship and peer-to-peer learning. Professional Education Planning (PEP) using specialization road maps.
- Limitless CEU Learning: Live and on-demand subscriptions, free course seats, generous discounts, and annual CEU reimbursement. Multiple in-house hosted courses offered for our pediatric and orthopedic clinicians.
- Growth & Development: Reward and recognition for skill development and professional accomplishments through our Clinical Career Ladder. Multiple leadership programs to provide the tools necessary for career growth.
- Residency Programs: Build your expertise and specialization with multiple program options including pediatric-focused residencies for PT, OT, and SLP. Learn more here!
- Partnership Opportunity: Industry leading De Novo equity partnership model. Fully supported and backed by Ivy, open your own clinic(s) in your local community!
- Patient-First Mentality: Reasonable caseloads so you can spend more time with your patients focusing on their individualized treatment plan.
At Ivy, we foster a culture of lifelong learning. Experienced teammates are encouraged to become certified clinical instructors and mentor students.
Position Qualifications:
- Graduate from an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program.
- Current or pending licensure as an Occupational Therapy Assistant within the respective state.
- Dedication to exceptional patient outcomes and quality of care.
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We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion in all aspects of the recruiting and employment process. Actual salaries depend on a variety of factors, including experience, specialty, education, and organizational need. Any listed salary range or contractual rate does not include bonuses/incentive, differential pay, or other forms of compensation or benefits.
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Where North Carolina roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Occupational Therapy Assistant Job Market in North Carolina
A snapshot from current North Carolina openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- PruittHealth5

- FOX Rehabilitation3

- HealthPRO Heritage2

- Novant Health2

- Advocate Aurora Health1

Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services16
- Education1
What North Carolina Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in occupational therapy assistant jobs across North Carolina.
- Associate degree from an ACOTE-accredited occupational therapy assistant program
- Active COTA certification through NBCOT and current state licensure
- Experience with electronic medical record systems such as Epic, Optima, or WebPT
- Ability to complete fieldwork hours in a supervised clinical setting
- Physical ability to assist patients with transfers, mobility, and therapeutic exercises
- Strong documentation skills for progress notes, daily records, and treatment plans
Occupational Therapy Assistant Jobs in North Carolina: Frequently Asked Questions
How many occupational therapy assistant jobs are there in North Carolina?
There are 18+ occupational therapy assistant openings in North Carolina on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Charlotte, Burlington, and Beaufort. New positions post regularly as employers across North Carolina hire.
How much do occupational therapy assistants make in North Carolina?
Occupational therapy assistants in North Carolina earn a median of about $69,390 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $55,130 for the lowest 10% to over $83,360 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which North Carolina cities have the most occupational therapy assistant jobs?
Charlotte, Burlington, and Beaufort have the most occupational therapy assistant openings in North Carolina right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.
Which companies hire occupational therapy assistants in North Carolina?
Employers hiring occupational therapy assistants in North Carolina include PruittHealth, FOX Rehabilitation, and HealthPRO Heritage, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
Are there remote occupational therapy assistant jobs in North Carolina?
Yes. About 0% of occupational therapy assistant openings tied to North Carolina are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in North Carolina metros.
How do I apply for occupational therapy assistant jobs in North Carolina?
You can apply to occupational therapy assistant jobs in North Carolina directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred North Carolina location, then apply to each one that fits.
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