Pediatric Occupational Therapist | OTP 1–2

TLC Pediatric Therapy • Los Angeles, CA

2d • $89,500 - $97,500 • Onsite

About The Position

TLC Pediatric Therapy is hiring a developing Pediatric Occupational Therapist (OTP 1–2) for its Downtown Los Angeles Flagship Hub. The full-time role offers clinical experience across school-based, community-based, and outpatient pediatric settings, with particular interest in supporting children from birth to five years of age and their families.

The clinician will conduct assessments and provide evidence-informed, individualized intervention addressing areas such as fine motor development, sensory-motor skills, sensory processing, motor development, self-care, feeding, play, and functional participation. The role includes coaching caregivers, collaborating with educators and interdisciplinary healthcare and community professionals, and building confidence in clinical reasoning, documentation, and treatment planning.

TLC provides structured mentorship, competency-based coaching, interdisciplinary consultation, and continuing education planning through TLC Clinical Compass™. Clinicians can develop skills in TLC’s BRIDGE™, TLC Integrate™, TLC Feeding Café™, and TLC@Home™ models. After one year of employment, clinicians may be considered for the advanced clinical career pathway, CoreCohort™; eligibility does not guarantee selection. The annual salary range is $89,500–$97,500.

Requirements

• Degree from an accredited Occupational Therapy program.
• Current California Occupational Therapist license or eligibility for licensure.
• Interest in pediatric practice, particularly birth-to-five development.
• Strong interpersonal communication, organization, and developing clinical reasoning skills.
• Commitment to evidence-informed, family-centered care.
• Willingness to learn and consistently implement clinical policies, procedures, and documentation expectations.
• Interest in working across school, community, and outpatient environments.
• Demonstrated initiative in professional learning and development.

Nice To Haves

• Pediatric experience is preferred; clinicians developing their pediatric specialization are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Conduct pediatric occupational therapy assessments and develop individualized treatment plans.
• Provide evidence-informed intervention across school, community, and outpatient environments.
• Coach caregivers in practical developmental strategies that support participation in everyday routines.
• Collaborate with speech-language pathologists, educators, and community professionals.
• Develop confidence and independence in clinical reasoning, documentation, and treatment planning.
• Learn and consistently apply TLC's clinical policies, procedures, documentation standards, and professional expectations.
• Participate in interdisciplinary case discussions, structured mentorship, and continuing education.
• Identify professional learning needs, complete agreed-upon objectives, and apply feedback to clinical practice.
• Support children's participation in educational routines, natural environments, and outpatient therapy activities.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance, subject to eligibility.
• Paid time off.
• 401(k) with 4% employer matching following six months, subject to plan terms.
• Continuing education reimbursement.
• Structured clinical mentorship and professional development planning.
• Interdisciplinary learning and case consultation.
• Centralized clinical and administrative support.
• Clinical materials and supplies provided.
• Opportunities for specialized programming and clinical innovation.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level