Experienced Pediatric Occupational Therapist - Join Our Growing Pediatric Team Preferred Practice Therapy - 4.6 Gardena, CA Job Details Part-time | Full-time $65 - $75 an hour 8 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Vision insurance Opportunities for advancement Flexible schedule Life insurance Qualifications Oral-motor/feeding interventions Sensory activity facilitation Parent collaboration Working with pediatric populations Sensory processing disorder treatment for children and adolescents Physical development (child development components) Pediatrics Working with families Patient interaction Child & youth therapy Experience working with families with children Occupational Therapy License Full Job Description Where Clinical Skill Meets Creativity Preferred Practice Therapy is looking for an exceptional Pediatric Occupational Therapist who brings clinical expertise, creativity, and a genuine passion for helping children thrive. We are specifically seeking an OT with at least 2 years of pediatric experience and strong hands-on experience in pediatric feeding therapy. This position is ideal for a therapist who doesn't want to simply move from appointment to appointment. We are looking for someone who enjoys getting to know their children and families, thinks creatively when traditional approaches aren't working, and takes pride in seeing meaningful progress. What You'll Be Doing You will provide individualized occupational therapy to children with a variety of developmental, sensory, motor, and feeding needs.

Responsibilities include:

Conducting pediatric OT evaluations and developing individualized plans of care Providing skilled pediatric feeding therapy Addressing oral-sensory and sensory-based feeding challenges within the OT scope of practice Supporting sensory processing and regulation Developing fine-motor, visual-motor, self-care, and functional skills Creating engaging, play-based treatment sessions Educating and coaching parents to help carry skills into everyday routines Collaborating with SLPs, PTs, families, and other members of the child's care team Completing accurate and timely clinical documentation Monitoring progress and modifying treatment strategies based on each child's needs Who We're Looking For Our ideal candidate is an OT who is clinically strong, dependable, warm, and genuinely passionate about pediatrics.

Required:

Current California Occupational Therapist license Minimum 2 years of pediatric OT experience Hands-on pediatric feeding therapy experience Strong understanding of pediatric development and sensory-motor intervention Excellent clinical judgment and communication skills Ability to develop creative, child-centered treatment activities Commitment to high-quality, family-centered care Dependable and interested in a stable, long-term position Experience with children who have developmental delays, autism, sensory processing differences, restricted food repertoires, feeding challenges, and fine-motor/self-care needs is highly valued. Why Therapists Choose Preferred Practice Therapy We believe great pediatric therapy requires more than a full caseload. Therapists need support, manageable expectations, and an environment where they can focus on being clinicians.

We offer:

Competitive compensation $Sign on bonus for eligible full-time candidates Paid time off Employer contribution toward eligible health benefits Consistent pediatric caseload Dedicated administrative support Streamlined documentation and operational support Collaborative pediatric clinical environment Opportunities for professional growth A welcoming, child-centered clinic No in-home driving required for this clinic-based position Long-term stability with an established pediatric practice About Preferred Practice Therapy Preferred Practice Therapy has provided pediatric therapy services to children and families for more than 20 years. Our approach combines evidence-based clinical practice with individualized, compassionate care. We value therapists who bring their own clinical strengths and personality into the treatment room. We want our clinicians to have the freedom to be creative, engaging, thoughtful, and clinically excellent while knowing they have a team supporting them. Schedule We are currently considering part-time and full-time candidates. Scheduling can be discussed based on clinic needs and candidate availability. Ready for a Pediatric Position You Can Grow With? If you are an experienced pediatric OT who loves working with children, has a strong feeding therapy background, and is looking for a practice where your expertise will be valued, we would love to meet you. Apply today to join Preferred Practice Therapy.

Job Type:

Part-Time /

Full-TimeExperience:

Pediatric Occupational Therapy - 2 years minimum

Feeding Therapy Experience:

RequiredLicense:

California Occupational Therapist License (Required)

Pay:

$65.00 - $75.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Flexible schedule Health insurance Life insurance Opportunities for advancement Paid time off Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person