Pediatric Occupational Therapist

Decker Therapy Services, LLC; Tampa (FL); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work environment

Job summary

Decker Therapy Services, LLC in Tampa, FL seeks a Pediatric Occupational Therapist for hybrid work (on-site + telehealth). You will evaluate children, design and implement individualized plans, and provide therapy to improve daily functioning. Collaboration with families and professionals ensures carryover across home, school, and community.

The role emphasizes evidence-based practice, documentation, and a supportive, inclusive, and family-centered clinic environment.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated expertise in occupational therapy practice for pediatrics.
• Experience with early childhood development and Early Intervention services.
• Strong background in sensory integration approaches and regulation strategies.
• Experience engaging children and families in therapy activities.
• Current Florida licensure or eligibility; NBCOT certification.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate pediatric clients and develop individualized treatment plans.
• Deliver direct occupational therapy services focused on functional skills.
• Collaborate with families, caregivers, and other professionals for carryover.
• Maintain accurate documentation and participate in team meetings.
• Support a hybrid, family-centered clinical environment.

Skills

Pediatric OT

Sensory Integration

Early Intervention

Family-centered care

Caseload management

Education

Florida licensure or eligibility as Occupational Therapist

NBCOT certification

Job description

Company Description Decker Therapy Services, LLC is a private pediatric therapy practice serving families across the Tampa Bay area for the past 16 years. The practice is dedicated to delivering high-quality, effective, and family-centered speech, language, feeding, and occupational therapy services for children. Clinicians collaborate closely with families to create individualized treatment plans that support each child’s unique needs and strengths. The team values evidence-based practice, compassionate care, and strong partnerships with caregivers and community providers to promote meaningful progress in everyday life.

Role Description This part-time or full-time Pediatric Occupational Therapist role is a hybrid position based in Tampa, FL, with a combination of on-site sessions and some telehealth. Day-to-day responsibilities include evaluating pediatric clients, developing and implementing individualized treatment plans, and providing direct occupational therapy services focused on functional skills and participation in daily routines. The therapist will collaborate with families, caregivers, and other professionals to support carryover of strategies at home, school, and in the community. Additional duties include maintaining accurate and timely documentation, participating in team meetings, and contributing to a supportive, inclusive, and family-centered clinical environment.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated expertise in Occupational Therapy practice, including evaluation, treatment planning, and evidence-based intervention.
• Strong background in Pediatrics, including experience with early childhood development and Early Intervention services.
• Proficiency in Sensory Integration approaches and strategies to support regulation, motor planning, and functional participation.
• Experience Working With Children in clinical or educational settings, with an ability to engage children and families in therapy activities.
• Current state licensure (or eligibility for licensure) as an Occupational Therapist in Florida; NBCOT certification.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills with families, caregivers, and multidisciplinary team members.
• Ability to manage a caseload, complete documentation efficiently, and adapt to a hybrid work environment.
• Experience in pediatric private practice, school-based settings, or outpatient therapy is beneficial.