Pediatric OT — Play-Based, Collaborative Care

Cortica; Rancho Santa Fe (CA); On-site; USD 83,000 - 104,000; Full time

Job summary

Cortica in California is seeking an Occupational Therapist to work with children, delivering play-based therapy and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to create integrated care plans. You will build meaningful relationships with families, conduct evaluations, and implement individualized treatment plans tailored to each child’s strengths, needs, and goals.

Applicants should hold a Master’s in Occupational Therapy and a current California OT license, with pediatric experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Occupational Therapy.
• Current California OT license required.
• Experience in pediatric therapy preferred.
• Interest in interdisciplinary collaboration and family-centered care.
• Growth mindset and willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Complete comprehensive occupational therapy evaluations using standardized and dynamic assessments.
• Develop individualized treatment plans reflecting each child's strengths and goals.
• Deliver play-based therapy focusing on sensory processing, emotional regulation, and fine motor development.
• Collaborate with families and an interdisciplinary clinical team for integrated care.
• Participate in co-treatment sessions when appropriate and educate caregivers with home strategies.
• Maintain documentation and billing to support high-quality care.

Skills

Pediatric OT

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Family-centered care

Documentation

Education

Master's degree in Occupational Therapy

California OT License

Job description

Cortica in California is seeking an Occupational Therapist to work with children, delivering play-based therapy and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to create integrated care plans. You will build meaningful relationships with families, conduct evaluations, and implement individualized treatment plans tailored to each child’s strengths, needs, and goals.

Applicants should hold a Master’s in Occupational Therapy and a current California OT license, with pediatric experience preferred.