Occupational Therapist

Location: Hawthorne, CA



Job Type: Full-Time / Per Diem



Work Setting: On-Site Position Overview

We are seeking a compassionate, motivated, and skilled Occupational Therapist (OT) to join a growing pediatric therapy team in Hawthorne, CA.

The Occupational Therapist will provide individualized, one-on-one therapy to children and young adults from birth through 21 years of age . The ideal candidate is passionate about pediatric care, committed to achieving positive patient outcomes, and comfortable working independently while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team.

This is an excellent opportunity for an OT looking for a flexible schedule, professional development, and long-term career growth.

• Provide individualized occupational therapy services to pediatric patients from birth through 21 years of age.

• Conduct evaluations and identify patients' functional, developmental, and therapeutic needs.

• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans and measurable goals.

• Provide one-on-one therapy to improve functional independence, motor skills, sensory processing, and activities of daily living.

• Monitor patient progress and modify treatment plans as appropriate.

• Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant clinical documentation.

• Manage an assigned caseload independently and effectively.

• Communicate regularly with parents, caregivers, and other members of the care team.

• Collaborate with Speech-Language Pathologists, Physical Therapists, Developmental Interventionists, and Early Intervention Specialists to support a whole-child approach.

• Participate in team meetings, scheduling coordination, referral development, and interdisciplinary planning as needed.

• Maintain professional knowledge through continuing education and evidence-based clinical practices.

• Provide compassionate, patient-centered care while maintaining a safe and supportive therapeutic environment.

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program .

• Current or pending California Occupational Therapist license .

• Pediatric occupational therapy experience preferred.

• Strong clinical assessment, treatment planning, and documentation skills.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to work independently and effectively manage a caseload.

• Strong organizational and time-management skills.

• Commitment to providing exceptional patient care and achieving positive outcomes.

• Ability to collaborate effectively with patients, families, caregivers, and interdisciplinary team members.

• Passion for working with children and supporting their developmental progress.

• Pediatric Occupational Therapy

• Early Intervention

• Sensory Integration

• Fine Motor and Gross Motor Development

• Activities of Daily Living (ADLs)

• Autism Spectrum Disorders

• Developmental Disabilities

• Pediatric Development

• Treatment Planning

• Patient Evaluation

• Clinical Documentation

• Family/Caregiver Education

• Interdisciplinary Collaboration

• Competitive compensation with performance-based earning opportunities

• Health Insurance

• Dental Insurance

• Vision Insurance

• Retirement Plan

• Unlimited PTO

• Paid Sick Time

• Paid Training

• Unlimited CEUs / Continuing Education Opportunities

• Employee Discounts

• Flexible Monday Friday Scheduling

• No Travel Required

• Professional Growth Opportunities

• Leadership Development Opportunities

Flexible scheduling is available Monday through Friday, with operating hours generally ranging from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM . Specific schedules may vary based on patient needs and caseload requirements.