Pediatric Occupational Therapist (OT)- Apple Valley, Minnesota

Zarminali Pediatrics; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) with company match

20 days paid time off annually

7 paid holidays plus 2 floating holidays

Performance bonus potential

Job summary

Zarminali Pediatrics, located in Minnesota, seeks a compassionate Pediatric Occupational Therapist to join a mission-driven team focused on transforming pediatric care. Your role will involve evaluating and treating developmental challenges while collaborating with families. Successful candidates will have an active OT license, two years of pediatric experience, and strong communication skills. This position offers competitive compensation, ongoing professional development, and a supportive work environment centered on quality pediatric care.

Qualifications

• Active state license to practice Occupational Therapy.
• Minimum of two years of pediatric experience preferred.
• Experience with sensory integration and developmental therapy techniques.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive occupational therapy evaluations.
• Develop individualized, goal-oriented treatment plans.
• Provide engaging, play-based therapy sessions focused on functional skills.

Skills

Communication

Empathy

Collaboration

Organization

Time Management

Education

Active state license in Occupational Therapy

Minimum of two years of pediatric experience

Tools

Electronic medical records

Job description

Zarminali Pediatrics is building the nation's leading pediatric multispecialty group, focused on supporting families to shape healthy futures for their children – from birth through adulthood – by completely transforming the way pediatric care is delivered nationwide.

Our name, inspired by our founder's daughter’s name – Zarmina – means "something that is more precious to you than gold". We couldn’t think of anything that better represents the way parents and caregivers hold the relationship with their children as the most valuable gift, and how we at Zarminali approach care for each child with equal reverence.

We strive for a healthier future for pediatric patients and a happier future for pediatric clinicians nationwide, and we are looking for people to join us in achieving this vision. If you are eager to join a growth stage company and be part of the early team that is shaping the foundation of both the company and the delivery of pediatric care, then this opportunity might be for you!

Position Overview

Zarminali Pediatrics is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Pediatric Occupational Therapist to join our foundational team in Apple Valley, Minnesota. In this role, you will support children’s development by evaluating, diagnosing, and treating a range of developmental, sensory, and functional challenges while partnering closely with families and interdisciplinary teams to deliver whole-child, family-centered care.

What You’ll Do

• Evaluation & Assessment: Conduct comprehensive occupational therapy evaluations to assess fine motor skills, sensory processing, self‑care abilities, and developmental milestones.
• Treatment Planning: Develop individualized, goal-oriented treatment plans tailored to each child’s needs, incorporating evidence-based practices.
• Therapy Delivery: Provide engaging, play-based therapy sessions focused on improving functional skills such as feeding, dressing, handwriting, and sensory integration.
• Family Education: Partner with families and caregivers by providing education, strategies, and tools to support progress at home and in daily routines.
• Documentation: Maintain accurate and timely documentation of evaluations, treatment plans, progress notes, and discharge summaries in accordance with regulatory standards.
• Collaboration: Work closely with speech therapists, physical therapists, physicians, and care teams to ensure coordinated, patient-centered care.
• Care Coordination: Support transitions of care and ensure alignment across providers to maximize outcomes for each patient.

What We Look For

• Communicator: Builds strong, clear communication with patients, families, and care teams.
• Advocate: Supports children and families with empathy, meeting them where they are.
• Collaborative: Thrives in a multidisciplinary team environment.
• Tech-Forward: Embraces tools and systems that enhance care and reduce administrative burden.
• Growth-Oriented: Invested in continuous learning and development.
• Family-First: Provides compassionate, respectful, and empowering care grounded in evidence-based practice.

What You’ll Need

• Active state license to practice Occupational Therapy
• Minimum of two years of pediatric experience preferred
• Experience with sensory integration and developmental therapy techniques
• Proficiency with electronic medical records
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Excellent organization, time management, and clinical judgment
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team environment

What We Offer

• Collaborative, mission-driven team environment focused on high-quality pediatric care
• Ongoing professional development and career growth opportunities
• Competitive compensation with performance incentives

ZarminaliPediatrics is a national organization, and compensation is determined using market-informed data, including industry benchmarks. Salary ranges may vary based on geographic location, local market conditions, state-specific factors, and individual qualifications, including years of experience, education, and scope of responsibility. This range reflects the minimum and maximum base pay we reasonably expect to offer for this role at the time of posting. Actual compensation will be determined based on job-related factors such as experience, skills, and internal equity. This role may also be eligible for additional productivity or performance-based bonus incentives.

For full-time team members, our total rewards package includes competitive base pay and performance bonus potential, along with medical, dental, and vision coverage, a 401(k) with company match, paid parental leave, 20 days of paid time off annually, 7 paid holidays plus 2 floating holidays and a supportive, inclusive and growth-focused culture.

At Zarminali Pediatrics, we are committed to empowering clinicians and team members to deliver better pediatric care, together. This commitment requires building an inclusive culture and a team that represents the diverse communities we serve.

We believe that when people from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives come together, we create a stronger team and better care for our patients and their families. We realize the importance of an environment where clinicians and team members feel cared for, supported, and valued. We believe in the basics: treating everyone with kindness, respect, and fairness.

We do not tolerate discrimination or harassment of any kind. This includes, but is not limited to, race, color, sex, gender, age, religion or religious creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

We recruit and hire based on skills, talent, and potential, ensuring everyone has a fair chance to succeed. Together, we strive to build an inclusive and welcoming space where we can achieve our goal of building a happier future for the pediatric workforce.