Senior Pediatric Occupational Therapist (OT)

Autism Learning Partners • Laguna Hills, CA

1d • $90,000 - $100,000

About The Position

The Occupational Therapist provides pediatric assessments, consultations, and occupational therapy services in accordance with accepted professional practice, the profession’s code of ethics, and applicable state laws. Services support children and families affected by autism and related disorders and may be delivered in home- or clinic-based settings. The therapist collaborates with clients’ families and other professionals to develop and deliver effective programs, monitor progress, and help each client reach their potential.

The role also includes supervising appropriate staff and student interns within the therapist’s scope of practice, maintaining clinical records and billable-hour documentation, contributing to staff training, and staying current with developments in occupational therapy and changes to funding requirements. The position is full-time, with an annual salary of $90,000–$100,000.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Occupational Therapy.
• California state licensure as an Occupational Therapist.
• At least 3 years of pediatric experience.

Responsibilities

• Assess, consult, plan, and conduct treatment for pediatric clients and their families.
• Continuously evaluate client needs, plan, and problem-solve to help each client reach their potential.
• Communicate and collaborate with professionals, paraprofessionals, and parents to provide an effective program.
• Supervise appropriate staff and student interns within scope of practice, as needed, including COTAs, Behavior Technicians, and OT student interns.
• Document consultation and treatment sessions daily and provide appropriate documentation to the treatment team.
• Provide assessment, progress, and discharge reports in a timely manner.
• Maintain organized client files and treatment logs with appropriate documentation for the team.
• Inform Directors of changes in client status, problems, or proposed changes to services, and discuss these with Directors before communicating with the client’s family or referral source.
• Attend and participate in required meetings, such as staff, team, and IEP/IFSP meetings.
• Develop instructional materials and evaluate commercially produced materials for treatment use.
• Stay current on occupational therapy developments by attending seminars, reading current literature, and participating in professional organizations.
• Plan, coordinate, and conduct in-service trainings for staff.
• Maintain careful records of billable hours, including required parent signatures.
• Stay informed about funding resource changes that affect reporting or treatment requirements.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive pay based on experience and education.
• Values-based clinical decision-making focused on what is best for clients and families.
• Career advancement opportunities with continued support in new roles.
• Unlimited referral bonuses.
• Support Center resources for administrative needs, including client intake, recruiting, payroll, HR, billing, credentialing/contracting, and scheduling.
• Electronic data collection.

What This Job Offers

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