Pediatric Occupational Therapist

Connections Family OT; Washington; On-site; USD 55,000 - 76,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Referral incentive

Mentorship

Job summary

Connections Family OT is hiring an independent contract pediatric occupational therapist (OTR/L) to work part-time in-home or at school sites. The therapist will manage their own hours from an active client base and wait-list, collaborating with the lead OT as needed.

The practice specializes in neuro-divergent children with sensory processing challenges, anxiety, and regulatory needs. Private-practice advantages include balance, autonomy, mentorship, and referral incentives.

Qualifications

• Independent contractor status with flexible client hours.
• Pediatric OT experience required with strong critical thinking.
• Ability to work independently and make clinical decisions.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized in-home OT services to pediatric clients in their home or school setting.
• Develop and implement personalized treatment plans based on evaluations and family goals.
• Communicate empathetically with parents and collaborate with other professionals as needed.

Skills

Independent contractor

Pediatric OT experience

Critical thinking

Education

Master’s Degree in Occupational Therapy

CPR/BLS Certification

NBCOT Certification

Job description

We’re seeking an independent contract therapist who is passionate about helping families, and a clinicallyCertifiedPediatric Occupational Therapist OTR/L to join our practice. This position is part time, and the therapist may add as many or as little client hours as desired from the active client base and practice wait-list. The therapist will see clients in their home or school setting, creating a relationship with each family and collaborating with the lead OT as needed.

About Connections Family OT:

A privately owned pediatric OT practice specializing in helping families of neuro-divergent children navigate the challenges related to anxiety, nervous system regulation, sensory processing difficulties and extreme picky eating. We believe that family centered, relationship-based care is the key to making lasting developmental changes for children who are struggling. We provide in-home, school or community therapy sessions.

Qualifications:

• NBCOT: National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy
• CPR/BLS Certification
• Master’s Degree in Occupational Therapy
• At least 3 years of experience working as an OT with pediatric population
• Valid driver's license, auto insurance and vehicle for off-site therapy sessions
• Demonstrated ability to work independently with pediatric patients, applying strong critical thinking skills to make objective, strategic, and outcome-focused care decisions

What we offer:

• Private-practice advantages: Work-life balance, stability, autonomy, and a supportive team
• Referral incentive
• Mentorship to guide your growth

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide individualized in-home OT services to current pediatric case load addressing sensory processing, regulatory skills, and motor skills within their natural environment.
• Develop and implement personalized treatment plans based on evaluations, family goals, and evidence-based practices.
• Provide empathetic and positive communication for parents.
• Use relationship centered, play based therapy to support client’s success during treatment sessions.
• Communicate and collaborate with other professionals as appropriate for each client.