Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

SmallTalk Speech and Occupational Therapy Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant La Mesa, CA·Full time Company website Apply for Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

SmallTalk Pediatric Therapy is seeking a full-time COTA (32–40 hrs/week) to join our supportive, therapist-owned pediatric practice. You’ll work with children ages 0–18, provide high-quality therapy under OT supervision, and collaborate with families for the best outcomes. We offer competitive salary, profit sharing, monthly bonuses, $20K+ in benefits, paid PTO/holidays, and fully stocked therapy gyms — all in a fun, team-oriented environment.

About SmallTalk Speech and Occupational Therapy

SmallTalk is a private speech and occupational therapy clinic with three locations in San Diego county. With a fun close-knit staff and super cute kids, this is THE place to work!

Description

SmallTalk Pediatric Therapy is San Diego’s BEST outpatient pediatric speech and occupational therapy company — and we’re looking for an energetic, fun-loving Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to join our team!

We’re therapist-owned, therapist-run, and located in convenient suburban San Diego. We serve children ages 0–18 with a wide variety of diagnoses and needs, and we work closely with families to ensure faster, lasting progress.

If you want to work in a place where you’ll feel supported, valued, and have fun while making a difference every day — welcome to the SmallTalk team!

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Therapist-owned & therapist-run — we understand your work
• Competitive salary + profit sharing + monthly bonuses
• Full-time schedule (32–40 hours per week) with flexibility
• Manageable caseload of super cute kids
• Paid PTO, holidays, and sick time
• Bright clinics fully stocked with therapy materials, games, and activities
• Incredible culture with a supportive and collaborative OT team

What You’ll Do

• Provide high-quality occupational therapy under the supervision of an OT
• Step in for coverage when clinicians are out or families reschedule
• Support children ages 0–18 through play-based, goal-oriented interventions
• Complete accurate daily SOAP notes and documentation
• Collaborate with supervising OTs, families, and teammates

What We’re Looking For

• Licensed COTA in California
• Minimum 1 years of pediatric experience
• Positive, outgoing personality and love for kids
• Organized, detail-oriented, and computer literate
• True team player who values collaboration
• Competitive salary with profit sharing & monthly bonuses
• $20K+ in benefits including:
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Paid time off, sick days, and holidays
  • Tuition reimbursement & professional development support
• Employee discounts & flexible scheduling options
• Opportunities for growth within a supportive practice

Our Mission: To help EVERY child in San Diego reach their greatest potential.

If you’re ready to join a team where your work is meaningful (and fun!) — apply now and become part of the SmallTalk family!