An Occupational Therapist helps patients with injuries, illnesses, and disabilities recover, improve, or develop skills needed for everyday activities. Assists people with mobility impairments to move easily around their homes; develops school and workplace settings that are accessible for individuals with physical or mental disabilities. May specialize in certain types of impairments or certain categories of patients.
Ignite Independence at Sunshine Kids Therapies! Pediatric Occupational Therapist (OT) Full Treatment Case | Assessment-Only Options Available Are you an Occupational Therapist who loves using sensory play, motor challenges, and daily-living victories to help kids find their confidence? Sunshine Kids Therapies is expanding, and we are looking for an exceptional clinician to join our supportive, multidisciplinary team! Whether you love guiding a child through months of steady, playful progress, or you are a diagnostic pro who thrives on the analytical puzzle of evaluations, we have a clinical track built just for you. Choose Your Track We design our roles to match your clinical passions and help you avoid burnout. Let us know which path fits your career goals:
Full-Scale Therapist:
The classic, rewarding clinical journey. You'll own your caseload from the initial comprehensive evaluation through weekly, play-based treatment sessions and graduation.
Assessment & Evaluation Specialist:
Prefer the diagnostics? Focus entirely on evaluations and comprehensive sensory/motor assessments . You'll crack the developmental puzzle, write clinical reports, and hand off tailored care plans to our treatment team—no long-term weekly treatment caseload required! Your Impact at Sunshine Kids Uncover the
Potential:
Conduct thorough, evidence-based occupational therapy evaluations to identify challenges in fine/gross motor skills, sensory processing, and self-care.
Architect Care Plans:
Design, implement, and adapt individualized treatment plans rooted in evidence-based pediatric practices to maximize a child's functional independence. Lead Dynamic Therapy (For Treatment Track): Deliver high-quality, engaging, and play-based interventions utilizing sensory swings, fine-motor tools, and daily activities. Empower the
Village:
Partner closely with families and caregivers, providing them with practical, stress-free "home-run" strategies to foster skills in their everyday routines.
Collaborate & Grow:
Work alongside our speech, physical, and behavior therapy teams to provide holistic, interdisciplinary support to every child. What You'll Need to
Shine Education:
Master's or Doctorate degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program.
Licensure:
Valid Occupational Therapist license (or immediate eligibility to obtain one) in our state.
Pediatric Passion:
Prior experience treating or evaluating pediatric populations (including children with neurodevelopmental disorders, autism, or developmental delays) is highly preferred.
Empathy & Connection:
Strong interpersonal skills with a natural ability to make therapy feel like fun for a child and feel supportive for their parents. Why You'll Love the
Team Manageable Caseloads:
We always prioritize clinical quality over high patient volume.
A Vibrant Workspace:
Our clinics are bright, modern, and filled with the specialized equipment, sensory tools, and toys you need to succeed.
Work-Life Balance:
Enjoy flexible scheduling options and a culture that values clinician well-being. Ready to Elevate Your Practice? If you're ready to help our "Sunshine Kids" build the skills they need to play, grow, and thrive, we want to meet you!