Collaborative Pediatric OT - Play-Based Therapy & Growth

Cortica; Encinitas (CA); On-site; USD 83,000 - 104,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Collaborative multidisciplinary care

Play-based, neurodiversity-affirming

Opportunities for co-treatment with a7

Clinical autonomy backed by a team

Continuing education support

Career growth within a rapidly growing

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

401(k) with company match

Paid holidays, PTO, and referral bonus

Job summary

Cortica in Encinitas, California is seeking a Pediatric Occupational Therapist to collaborate with an interdisciplinary team, deliver evidence-based, play-centered therapy, and build meaningful relationships with families.

You will conduct comprehensive evaluations, develop individualized plans focusing on sensory processing, self-care, and daily activities, and educate caregivers while maintaining high-quality documentation.

Qualifications

• Current California Occupational Therapy License
• Master's degree in Occupational Therapy
• Passion for working with children and families
• Interest in interdisciplinary collaboration
• Growth mindset and eagerness to learn
• Experience with pediatric therapy preferred

Responsibilities

• Complete comprehensive occupational therapy evaluations using standardized and dynamic assessments
• Develop individualized treatment plans that reflect each child's strengths, interests, and goals
• Deliver engaging, play-based therapy focused on sensory processing, emotional regulation, fine motor development, self-care skills, and participation in daily activities
• Collaborate closely with families and an interdisciplinary clinical team to provide integrated care
• Participate in co-treatment sessions when clinically appropriate
• Educate caregivers with practical home strategies that support continued progress
• Maintain documentation and billing that supports high-quality care
• Contribute ideas that help strengthen and grow our clinical programs

Skills

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Child development knowledge

Education

Master's degree in Occupational Therapy

California Occupational Therapy License

Tools

Standardized assessments

Job description

Cortica in Encinitas, California is seeking a Pediatric Occupational Therapist to collaborate with an interdisciplinary team, deliver evidence-based, play-centered therapy, and build meaningful relationships with families.

You will conduct comprehensive evaluations, develop individualized plans focusing on sensory processing, self-care, and daily activities, and educate caregivers while maintaining high-quality documentation.