Occupational & Physical Therapy Clinical Assistant

Primary Location

MOB - 3430 Burnet

Department

Occupational & Physical Therpy

Shift

Day (United States of America)

Schedule

Full time

Weekly Hours

40

FTE

1

Employee Status

Regular

 

*Expected Starting Pay Range

$18.16 - $22.25

*Starting pay is based on experience, skills, and equity; exceptions may apply for highly qualified candidates. Additional pay (e.g., shift, on‑call, or weekend differentials) and benefits may apply. Annual pay may vary based on FTE status.

 

Clinical Assistant for Occupational & Physical Therapy

Team: Outpatient

Location: Medical Office Building, 3430 Burnet Ave., Cincinnati OH 45229

Schedule: Monday-Friday, Day shift. May work some later hours to accommodate families. Typically, no later than 8pm.

Pay: Starting pay is $18.16 per hour.

The Clinical Assistant supports therapists in delivering high-quality pediatric care by preparing treatment spaces, assisting with group setup, coordinating patient flow, and maintaining a safe, engaging environment for children. This role offers hands-on exposure to OT/PT practice and interdisciplinary care.

How to Stand Out as a Candidate:

• Highlight experience working with children and interest in OT/PT
• Include relevant coursework, volunteer work, and extra curriculars
• After applying, you may receive a short questionnaire—timely completion is encouraged

Why should you be a Clinical Assistant?

• Gain hands-on exposure to pediatric therapy
• Work alongside experienced OT/PT clinicians
• Build a competitive foundation for graduate school

About Occupational & Physical Therapy

When kids have an injury, physical challenge or developmental disability, it’s important they receive well-coordinated, compassionate care that helps build strength and flexibility to make their daily activities easier. Our team of specialty-trained occupational and physical therapy experts give kids personalized care based on cutting-edge treatments and the latest research. This helps us ensure our patients have the best possible outcomes.

By coordinating with doctors, we create therapy plans that are both age and developmentally appropriate. As the largest provider of outpatient care in the hospital, we offer a variety of specialty clinics and can treat children with almost any diagnosis. We are dedicated to giving every child the right treatment with the right provider with the right equipment at the right time. Whatever the child’s needs, we’re here to help.

At Cincinnati Children’s, we come to work with one goal: to make children’s health better. We believe in a holistic team approach, both in caring for patients and their families, and in advancing science and discovery. We strive to do better and find energy and inspiration in our shared purpose. If you want to be the best you can be, you can do it at Cincinnati Children’s. 

 Cincinnati Children's is: 

• Recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top 10  best Children's Hospitals in the nation for more than 15 years 

• Consistently among the top 3 Children's Hospitals for National Institutes of Health (NIH) Funding 

• Recognized as one of America’s Best Large Employers  (2025), America’s Best Employers for New Grads (2025) 

• One of the nation's America’s Most Innovative Companies as noted by Fortune 

• Consistently certified as great place to work 

• A Leading Disability Employer as noted by the National Organization on Disability 

• Magnet® designated for the fourth consecutive time by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) 

 We Embrace Innovation—Together.  We believe in empowering our teams with the tools that help us work smarter and care better. That’s why we support the responsible use of artificial intelligence. By encouraging innovation, we’re creating space for new ideas, better outcomes, and a stronger future—for all of us. 

Comprehensive job description provided upon request.

Cincinnati Children’s is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment of dignity and respect for all our employees, patients, and families. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, genetic information, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. EEO/Veteran/Disability