SLP Clinical Fellowships & New Graduate Therapy Careers in Eastern North Carolina

Your first job should build your confidence, not your burnout.

You’ve worked hard for this moment. The classes, clinical rotations, exams, late nights studying, and everything it took to get here.

Now you’re ready to take that next exciting step into your career!

But we also know that transitioning from student to clinician can feel overwhelming. Suddenly, you’re responsible for evaluations, treatment plans, documentation, patient care, and communicating with families, all while figuring out what kind of therapist you want to become.

At Carolina Therapy Connection (CTC), we believe you shouldn’t have to figure it all out on your own.

We want your first years as a therapist to be filled with learning, encouragement, meaningful experiences, and opportunities to grow.

As a therapist-owned, multidisciplinary practice serving Greenville, New Bern, Morehead City, and Goldsboro, North Carolina, we offer opportunities for new graduate speech-language pathologists, occupational therapists, occupational therapy assistants, and physical therapists to begin building rewarding careers in pediatric therapy.

Whether you’re looking for an SLP Clinical Fellowship (CF), your first occupational therapy position, or an opportunity to begin your pediatric physical therapy career, we’d love to help you discover what’s possible at CTC!

Start Your Career Somewhere You Can Learn, Grow & Feel Supported

You don’t have to know everything on your first day. That’s what growing into your career is all about!

We know new graduates bring so much to the table. Fresh perspectives, new ideas, excitement, current clinical knowledge, and a genuine desire to make a difference.

We also recognize that becoming a confident clinician takes time, experience, guidance, and a supportive environment.

At Carolina Therapy Connection, we value mentorship, collaboration, and creating opportunities for developing clinicians to ask questions, learn from experienced professionals, and build their clinical skills.

We want you to feel comfortable seeking guidance, talking through challenging cases, celebrating progress, and continuing to discover your strengths.

Our goal is to help new graduates grow into knowledgeable, compassionate, confident clinicians who love what they do.

SLP Clinical Fellowship (CF & CFY) Opportunities in North Carolina

Beginning your speech-language pathology career is an exciting milestone, and we want to help you make the most of it.

Carolina Therapy Connection offers pediatric speech-language pathology Clinical Fellowship opportunities when eligible positions and qualified supervision are available.

Our SLP Clinical Fellowship opportunities are designed to help developing speech-language pathologists strengthen their clinical judgment, gain hands-on experience, and transition into professional practice with appropriate mentorship.

What You Can Expect From an SLP Clinical Fellowship at CTC

Depending on the position and supervision arrangements, Clinical Fellows may have opportunities for:

Qualified Clinical Fellowship Mentorship: Guidance and supervision from an appropriately qualified speech-language pathologist.
Hands-On Pediatric Experience: Opportunities to work with children with a variety of speech, language, communication, and related developmental needs.
Clinical Guidance: Support with evaluations, treatment planning, documentation, and clinical decision-making.
Multidisciplinary Collaboration: Opportunities to work alongside occupational therapists, physical therapists, mental health professionals, and educational specialists.
Your Own Private Speech Therapy Office: A dedicated treatment space where you can build relationships with patients and families while developing your professional skills.
Clinical Resources & Technology: Access to therapy materials, company-provided equipment, and AI-supported documentation tools.
Professional Development: Opportunities to explore pediatric speech therapy specialties and continue building your clinical knowledge.

Our goal is to provide a Clinical Fellowship experience that encourages learning, independence, and continued professional growth.

Clinical Fellowship opportunities depend on available positions, qualified supervisors, and applicable ASHA and North Carolina licensure requirements.

New Graduate Occupational Therapist (OT) Careers

Just graduated with your occupational therapy degree?

We’d love for you to explore opportunities at Carolina Therapy Connection!

As a practice founded by an occupational therapist, we understand how important it is to build confidence in your clinical reasoning, treatment planning, and hands-on skills.

Our pediatric occupational therapy team provides opportunities to work with children with a variety of developmental, sensory, motor, and functional needs.

Depending on the position, new graduate occupational therapists may gain experience with:

Sensory processing and self-regulation
Fine motor and visual motor development
Activities of daily living and self-care
Pediatric feeding interventions
Early childhood development
Autism and developmental differences
School readiness and handwriting
Family education and home programs

Our sensory-rich treatment environments, multidisciplinary teams, mentorship opportunities, and professional development resources are designed to help clinicians continue developing their knowledge and skills.

We want new OTs to feel encouraged to ask questions, explore their interests, and grow into the therapists they want to become.

New Graduate Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) Careers

Starting your career as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant?

At Carolina Therapy Connection, we recognize the important role COTAs play in helping children gain independence, confidence, and meaningful life skills.

Our COTAs work collaboratively with supervising occupational therapists to carry out individualized treatment plans and provide skilled pediatric occupational therapy interventions.

Depending on available positions, new graduate COTAs may have opportunities for:

Mentorship and guidance from experienced OTs
Hands-on pediatric treatment experience
Sensory gym activities and creative therapeutic interventions
Fine motor, self-care, and functional skill development
Support with documentation and treatment implementation
Multidisciplinary collaboration
Continuing education and professional development

We want you to feel like an important, valued part of the team while you develop your confidence and clinical skills.

All COTA services and supervision arrangements follow applicable North Carolina practice requirements.

New Graduate Pediatric Physical Therapist (PT) Careers

Beginning your physical therapy career in pediatrics can open the door to so many exciting opportunities!

At Carolina Therapy Connection, our pediatric physical therapists help children build strength, improve mobility, develop coordination, and gain greater independence in daily life.

We also offer a variety of specialty pediatric physical therapy programs and treatment resources that can create opportunities for continued learning.

Depending on clinical qualifications, training, location, and available positions, new graduate physical therapists may have opportunities to explore:

Infant physical therapy and torticollis
Gross motor development and developmental delays
Pediatric neurological and orthopedic conditions
Balance, coordination, and gait training
Pediatric bracing, including Turtlebrace
Galileo vibration technology
Adaptive equipment and mobility programs
Caregiver education and individualized home programs

Through mentorship, team collaboration, continuing education, and hands-on clinical experiences, we want our developing physical therapists to feel supported as they build their pediatric knowledge and skills.

Your First Job Should Support Your Life Outside of Work, Too

You didn’t work this hard to build a career that leaves you too exhausted to enjoy your life.

We know that the transition into healthcare can be demanding, especially during the first few years.

Learning new documentation systems, managing patient schedules, navigating clinical responsibilities, and building confidence can take a lot of time and energy.

We don’t believe sacrificing your personal well-being should be considered a normal part of becoming a therapist.

At Carolina Therapy Connection, we’re committed to providing opportunities that support work-life balance and help our clinicians build sustainable careers.

What Work-Life Balance Looks Like at CTC

Full-Time Benefits at 32 Hours: Eligible employees can qualify for full-time benefits beginning at 32 hours per week.
Flexible Scheduling: Opportunities for schedules that support different personal and professional needs.
Four-Day Workweek Possibilities: Condensed schedules may be available depending on position and clinic needs.
No Routine Nights or Weekends: Many clinical roles follow daytime weekday schedules, allowing more time for family, friends, hobbies, and rest.
10-Month Employment Options: Opportunities in eligible positions for additional time away during the year.
Paid Time Off and Holidays: Time to recharge and enjoy life outside the clinic.
AI-Supported Documentation: Technology designed to help make clinical documentation more manageable.
Administrative Support: Dedicated teams to assist with scheduling, insurance authorizations, and billing.
Mentorship & Collaboration: Opportunities to seek guidance and continue learning from experienced professionals.

We know no healthcare job is completely stress-free.

But we want to create a workplace where you feel encouraged, valued, and supported as you grow, both personally and professionally.

Schedules, benefits, and employment opportunities depend on role, location, classification, and eligibility.

Less Time on Documentation. More Time Building Your Clinical Skills.

One of the biggest adjustments for new therapists is learning how to manage documentation efficiently.

From evaluations to daily treatment notes, developing good documentation habits takes practice.

At Carolina Therapy Connection, we invest in technology designed to make those responsibilities more manageable.

Our clinicians use Ocean Friends AI, an electronic medical record system with AI-supported documentation features that help streamline clinical workflows.

We also provide administrative support for scheduling, insurance authorizations, billing, and other operational responsibilities.

Our goal is to give developing clinicians the tools and resources they need to focus on becoming confident, skilled therapists while maintaining accurate, high-quality clinical documentation.

Explore Different Specialties & Discover What You’re Passionate About

One of the best parts of beginning your career is discovering what you truly love.

Maybe you thought you’d enjoy working with infants but discover a passion for feeding therapy.

Maybe you love sensory processing, AAC, torticollis, mobility equipment, or helping children build independence in daily living skills.

At Carolina Therapy Connection, we want our clinicians to have opportunities to explore their interests while developing strong foundational clinical skills.

Our multidisciplinary practice and varied treatment programs provide opportunities to learn from colleagues and gain exposure to different pediatric needs and intervention approaches.

As you grow in your career, additional opportunities may include:

Continuing education and specialty training
Advanced clinical interests and specialization
Clinical ladder advancement
Mentoring students and developing clinicians
Leadership development
Passion projects
Specialty program development
Community outreach and education

We believe your career should continue growing long after your first year.

Benefits That Support You as You Begin Your Career

We know choosing your first job involves more than salary.

You want to know that you’re joining a workplace that values your growth, recognizes your contributions, and supports your personal life.

Eligible Carolina Therapy Connection employees may have access to:

Health, Wellness & Financial Benefits

Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance
401(k) retirement savings plan
Paid time off (PTO)
Paid holidays
Employee Assistance Program, including counseling and wellness resources

Clinical Growth & Professional Development

Continuing education stipends
Mentorship and clinical guidance
SLP Clinical Fellowship supervision for eligible positions
Clinical ladder opportunities
Leadership development pathways
Specialty training opportunities
Passion projects and program development
Opportunities to collaborate across disciplines

Workplace Resources & Culture

Sensory-rich pediatric treatment environments
Private speech therapy offices for SLPs
Company-provided computers and applicable equipment
AI-supported clinical documentation tools
Administrative support
Flexible scheduling opportunities
Taybucks employee recognition program
Monthly team events and appreciation activities
Supportive multidisciplinary teams

All benefits and programs are subject to applicable eligibility requirements, plan terms, employment classification, and company policies.

A Team That Celebrates Your Growth, Not Just Your Productivity

Your first year as a therapist is going to be full of learning experiences.

Some days you’ll celebrate exciting breakthroughs with patients.

Other days you’ll have questions, encounter challenges, or need a little encouragement.

We want you to know that’s part of growing as a clinician.

At Carolina Therapy Connection, we work hard to create a culture where employees feel comfortable learning, asking questions, sharing ideas, and celebrating accomplishments.

Through our mentorship opportunities, clinical support, Taybucks recognition program, team events, and employee appreciation activities, we want our team members to feel encouraged and valued.

We don’t expect new graduates to have all the answers. We want to help you develop the skills, confidence, and experience to find them.

Proud to Be One of North Carolina’s Best Employers

Carolina Therapy Connection has been recognized as one of North Carolina’s Best Employers for four consecutive years, 2023 through 2026.

We’re grateful for that recognition because building a positive workplace and supporting our employees has always been important to us.

We want the next generation of therapists to experience a workplace where they feel appreciated, supported, and excited about the difference they’re making.

Clinical Fellowship & New Graduate Therapy Jobs in Eastern North Carolina

Looking for a pediatric SLP Clinical Fellowship, new graduate occupational therapy job, entry-level pediatric PT position, or COTA career in Eastern North Carolina?

Carolina Therapy Connection serves children and families across four clinic communities.

SLP Clinical Fellowship & New Graduate Therapy Jobs in Greenville, NC

Explore pediatric speech-language pathology, occupational therapy, and physical therapy opportunities in Greenville and surrounding Pitt County communities.

New Graduate Therapy Careers in New Bern, NC

Discover pediatric therapy opportunities in New Bern, serving children and families throughout Craven County and nearby communities.

Entry-Level Pediatric Therapy Jobs in Morehead City, NC

Explore opportunities to begin your therapy career in Morehead City, serving Carteret County and the Crystal Coast.

New Graduate Therapy Jobs in Goldsboro, NC

Find pediatric therapy career opportunities in Goldsboro and surrounding Wayne County communities.

Clinical Fellowship positions, new graduate hiring, mentorship resources, and supervision availability vary by role and clinic.

Yes! CTC offers speech-language pathology Clinical Fellowship opportunities when eligible openings and qualified supervision are available.

Yes. New graduate occupational therapists are encouraged to apply for appropriate openings that align with their qualifications and available clinical support.

Yes! New graduate PTs are welcome to explore pediatric physical therapy opportunities based on current positions and professional requirements.

Yes. New graduate COTAs may be considered for appropriate openings with applicable supervision and clinical support.

Carolina Therapy Connection values mentorship and professional development. The structure and availability of mentorship vary by role, location, and position. SLP Clinical Fellows receive supervision consistent with applicable certification and licensure requirements.

Yes. Speech-language pathologists at Carolina Therapy Connection, including Clinical Fellows, have dedicated private speech therapy offices.

Yes. Continuing education stipends are available to eligible employees, along with opportunities for mentorship, specialty development, and professional growth.

Eligible employees can qualify for full-time benefits beginning at 32 hours per week, subject to applicable plan requirements and company policies.

Yes. Scheduling options may include flexible weekday schedules, four-day workweeks, and other arrangements depending on the role and clinic needs. SLP Clinical Fellowship schedules must also meet applicable certification and licensure requirements.

Depending on their discipline, role, and training, new graduate clinicians may have opportunities to learn about sensory processing, feeding therapy, AAC, infant development, torticollis, mobility equipment, early childhood development, and other pediatric specialties.

Visit our secure Paylocity careers portal to explore current openings. Review the qualifications for each position and indicate your Clinical Fellow or new graduate status as requested in the application.

Ready to Begin a Career You'll Love?

You’ve worked hard to get here. Now you deserve a workplace that will help you keep growing.

At Carolina Therapy Connection, we want your first years as a clinician to be filled with meaningful experiences, supportive relationships, opportunities to learn, and a healthy balance between your career and your life.

You don’t have to have everything figured out.

Bring your passion, your curiosity, your willingness to learn, and your heart for helping others.

We’d love to get to know you!

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