Occupational Therapist -Pediatric

Pediatric Occupational Therapist (OTR/L)

Location: Chandler, AZ Job Type: Full-Time preferred | Part-Time considered Setting: Pediatric Outpatient Clinic / Private Schools / Virtual Services when appropriate Schedule: Monday-Friday, 9:00 AM-5:00 PM

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced and passionate Pediatric Occupational Therapist (OTR/L) to join and help build a growing pediatric OT program.

This is an excellent opportunity for a confident clinician who enjoys working independently, collaborating with an interdisciplinary team, building relationships with families, and helping shape the future of a pediatric therapy department.

The ideal candidate will have strong pediatric clinical experience, excellent communication skills, and the confidence to work with children, families, schools, and community referral partners.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive pediatric occupational therapy evaluations.
• Develop individualized treatment plans and provide evidence-based therapy.
• Provide occupational therapy services to children from birth through adolescence.
• Build and maintain a caseload through exceptional clinical care and family relationships.
• Educate and coach parents and caregivers.
• Collaborate with speech-language pathologists and other professionals.
• Build relationships with community referral sources.
• Participate in community events and screenings.
• Help develop and expand the OT program.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to future OT team members and OTAs as the department grows.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation and follow professional standards.

Ideal Candidate

• Active Occupational Therapy license required.
• Pediatric occupational therapy experience required.
• 2-3+ years of pediatric experience preferred, but flexibility is available for the right candidate.
• Master's degree in Occupational Therapy preferred.
• Confident in clinical decision-making and independent practice.
• Passionate about working with children and families.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Comfortable discussing OT services with parents, schools, and community partners.
• Self-motivated and growth-oriented.
• Positive team-player attitude.
• Open to learning, feedback, and professional development.
• Interested in helping grow an OT department and developing future leadership responsibilities.

Preferred Experience

• Experience or training in any of the following is highly valued:
• Sensory processing and integration
• Pediatric feeding and oral-motor therapy
• Fine motor skills and handwriting
• Motor planning and development
• Autism and neurodiversity
• Early intervention and infant development
• Self-regulation

Specialized certifications are welcome, and the organization supports continued professional development and additional training.

Caseload & Clinical Model

• Patients range from birth through adolescents.
• Therapy sessions may range from 30 minutes to 1 hour, depending on clinical recommendations and family schedules.
• The practice generally follows a 50% direct therapy / 50% indirect time model.
• Approximately 20 hours per week may be dedicated to direct client care, with additional time for treatment planning, documentation, parent education, training, and CEUs.
• The schedule may fluctuate based on patient and program needs.

Work Environment

• Services may be provided in:
• Pediatric clinic settings
• Private schools
• Client locations within the community
• Virtual settings when clinically appropriate

Benefits

• Health insurance
• 401(k)
• 2 weeks PTO
• Paid holidays
• Unlimited sick time within reasonable use
• Flexible scheduling
• Paid CEUs and continuing education
• Professional development opportunities
• Opportunities for advancement
• Relocation assistance up to $10,000, negotiable, for the right candidate