Pediatric Occupational Therapist
The New Jersey Centers of Physical Therapy·Montville Township, New Jersey
The New Jersey Centers of Physical Therapy·Montville Township, New Jersey
The Pediatric Occupational Therapist will collaborate with a team of Doctors of Physical Therapy to provide individualized care to a pediatric caseload. They will also help build and expand the practice's pediatric occupational therapy program.
Join our clinician-led team as a confident, growth-minded Occupational Pediatric Therapist At The New Jersey Doctors of Physical Therapy, we are the largest PT-owned practice in the state and are recognized by our patients as the 5-Star Standard for Physical Therapy Care. We offer the opportunity to earn $120,000+, with total compensation valued up to $130,000+ including benefits, supported by structured mentorship, clinical development, and a clear growth path within an independently operated practice. NJDPT offers a long-term career path without the high-volume feel of many corporate outpatient models. Our clinicians typically treat 1–2 patients per hour, allowing time for individualized care, clinical growth, and work-life balance.
As our Pediatric Occupational Therapist, you will collaborate with an experienced team of Doctors of Physical Therapy while bringing your pediatric occupational therapy expertise to our interdisciplinary practice. This is a unique opportunity to help build and grow NJDPT's pediatric occupational therapy program while developing your own pediatric caseload within an established, clinician-led practice. Our Mentorship Program Dedicated 1:1 mentorship sessions and clinical collaboration with an experienced team of highly credentialed clinicians Intentional mentor matching and access across a wide range of clinical expertise Development of clinical reasoning, treatment planning, and patient-care skills needed to practice at the full scope of the profession Strengthen your ability to evaluate, assess, and make sound clinical decisions Develop decision-making grounded in best evidence, provider expertise, and patient values Expand your clinical lens through exposure to imaging, diagnostics, and lab data Participate in advanced case discussions, treatment roundtables, and meaningful clinical collaboration Compensation & Benefits Total compensation package valued up to $130,000+, including benefits Salary progression up to $120,000+ following the structured training and development period Growth supported through NJDPT’s Ascend Compensation Model, which recognizes clinical development, professional growth, mentorship, leadership, and meaningful contributions to the practice Medical, dental, and vision IRA: Vanguard retirement plan with employer match Schedule & Caseload 1–2 patients per hour — a sustainable model, not high-volume care Flexible full-time scheduling options Option to design a 3-, 4-, or 5-day workweek 4 weeks PTO Development In-person CEU courses with industry experts + MedBridge access Low patient volume designed to support clinical learning and development Opportunity to help shape and expand pediatric occupational therapy services as the program grows. Opportunities to grow clinically, mentor others, pursue advanced training, contribute to leadership initiatives, and advance through NJDPT’s Ascend Compensation Model If you’re a new graduate, early-career Occupational Therapist, or experienced clinician looking to learn, grow, and build a long-term career in a clinician-led practice, we invite you to apply.
Candidates should be Occupational Therapists, ranging from new graduates to experienced clinicians, who are growth-minded and confident. The role requires the ability to evaluate, assess, and make sound clinical decisions based on evidence and patient values.
Market context
New Jersey continues to show steady demand for allied health professionals in imaging and cardiac care settings, especially for nuclear medicine roles that support diagnostic testing and patient throughput. These positions are competitive because employers often require a relevant degree, recent nuclear medicine and cardiology experience, ARRT or CNMT certification, a New Jersey State Radiology License, and CPR certification. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your credentials and recent experience match the posting before applying.
