Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

SmallTalk Pediatric Therapy; La Mesa (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary + profit sharing +

Monthly bonuses

PTO, holidays, and sick time

401(k) with company match

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Tuition reimbursement & professional开发

Job summary

SmallTalk Pediatric Therapy in La Mesa, CA is hiring a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) for a full-time role (32–40 hours/week). You will deliver high-quality OT services to children aged 0–18 under OT supervision and collaborate with families to optimize outcomes.

We offer a competitive salary with profit sharing and monthly bonuses, plus comprehensive benefits and a supportive, therapist-owned environment designed for growth and team success.

Qualifications

• Licensed COTA in California.
• Minimum 1 year pediatric experience.
• Organized, detail-oriented, and computer literate.
• Collaborative team player with a positive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality occupational therapy under supervision of an OT.
• Cover when clinicians are out or families reschedule.
• Support children aged 0–18 through play-based, goal-oriented interventions.
• Complete accurate daily SOAP notes and documentation.
• Collaborate with supervising OTs, families, and teammates.

Skills

Pediatric experience

Detail-oriented

Computer literate

Team player

Positive attitude

Education

COTA license in California

Job description

SmallTalk Speech and Occupational Therapy Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant La Mesa, CA·Full time Company website Apply for Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

SmallTalk Pediatric Therapy is seeking a full-time COTA (32–40 hrs/week) to join our supportive, therapist-owned pediatric practice. You’ll work with children ages 0–18, provide high-quality therapy under OT supervision, and collaborate with families for the best outcomes. We offer competitive salary, profit sharing, monthly bonuses, $20K+ in benefits, paid PTO/holidays, and fully stocked therapy gyms — all in a fun, team-oriented environment.

About SmallTalk Speech and Occupational Therapy

SmallTalk is a private speech and occupational therapy clinic with three locations in San Diego county. With a fun close-knit staff and super cute kids, this is THE place to work!

Description

SmallTalk Pediatric Therapy is San Diego’s BEST outpatient pediatric speech and occupational therapy company — and we’re looking for an energetic, fun-loving Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to join our team!

We’re therapist-owned, therapist-run, and located in convenient suburban San Diego. We serve children ages 0–18 with a wide variety of diagnoses and needs, and we work closely with families to ensure faster, lasting progress.

If you want to work in a place where you’ll feel supported, valued, and have fun while making a difference every day — welcome to the SmallTalk team!

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Therapist-owned & therapist-run — we understand your work
• Competitive salary + profit sharing + monthly bonuses
• Full-time schedule (32–40 hours per week) with flexibility
• Manageable caseload of super cute kids
• Paid PTO, holidays, and sick time
• Bright clinics fully stocked with therapy materials, games, and activities
• Incredible culture with a supportive and collaborative OT team

What You’ll Do

• Provide high-quality occupational therapy under the supervision of an OT
• Step in for coverage when clinicians are out or families reschedule
• Support children ages 0–18 through play-based, goal-oriented interventions
• Complete accurate daily SOAP notes and documentation
• Collaborate with supervising OTs, families, and teammates

What We’re Looking For

• Licensed COTA in California
• Minimum 1 years of pediatric experience
• Positive, outgoing personality and love for kids
• Organized, detail-oriented, and computer literate
• True team player who values collaboration
• Competitive salary with profit sharing & monthly bonuses
• $20K+ in benefits including:
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Paid time off, sick days, and holidays
  • Tuition reimbursement & professional development support
• Employee discounts & flexible scheduling options
• Opportunities for growth within a supportive practice

Our Mission: To help EVERY child in San Diego reach their greatest potential.

If you’re ready to join a team where your work is meaningful (and fun!) — apply now and become part of the SmallTalk family!