Pediatric Occupational Therapist

Pediatric OTOceanside, CAMake a Bigger Impact. Practice the Way You Were Trained.If you're looking for a pediatric OT role where you can collaborate with an interdisciplinary team, build meaningful relationships with families, and practice evidence-based, play-centered therapy, we'd love to meet you. At Cortica, we believe every child deserves care that sees the whole person—not just a diagnosis. Our Occupational Therapists work alongside Speech-Language Pathologists, Behavior Analysts, Physicians, Mental Health Clinicians, and other specialists to create truly integrated treatment plans that help children thrive.Why OTs Choose CorticaCompetitive salary: $83,288–$104,111Collaborative multidisciplinary care modelPlay-based, neurodiversity-affirming approachOpportunities for co-treatment with multiple disciplinesClinical autonomy backed by a supportive teamContinuing education and professional development supportCareer growth within a rapidly expanding organizationComprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits401(k) with company match and rapid vestingPaid holidays, wellness days, PTO, and referral bonusesWhat You'll DoAs an Occupational Therapist at Cortica, you'll help children build meaningful life skills through individualized, engaging therapy. You'll:Complete comprehensive occupational therapy evaluations using standardized and dynamic assessmentsDevelop individualized treatment plans that reflect each child's strengths, interests, and goalsDeliver engaging, play-based therapy focused on sensory processing, emotional regulation, fine motor development, self-care skills, and participation in daily activitiesCollaborate closely with families and an interdisciplinary clinical team to provide integrated careParticipate in co-treatment sessions when clinically appropriateEducate caregivers with practical home strategies that support continued progressMaintain documentation and billing that supports high-quality careContribute ideas that help strengthen and grow our clinical programsOur productivity expectation is 26 direct patient care hours per week, allowing dedicated time for documentation, collaboration, training, and team meetings.We're Looking ForCurrent California Occupational Therapy LicenseMaster's degree in Occupational TherapyPassion for working with children and their familiesInterest in interdisciplinary collaborationGrowth mindset and eagerness to learnExperience with pediatric therapy preferred, but clinicians with strong pediatric foundations are encouraged to applyWhy Cortica?Our mission is simple: to design and deliver life-changing care—one child, one family, and one community at a time. We foster a collaborative, inclusive culture where clinicians are empowered to learn, innovate, and make a lasting impact. Every discipline has a voice, every teammate is valued, and every child receives care tailored to their unique strengths. If you're looking for a place where you can grow professionally while making a meaningful difference every day, we'd love to connect with you. EOE. This posting is not meant to be an exhaustive list of the role and its duties.