Pediatric Occupational Therapist - Early Intervention

Pediatric Occupational Therapist - Early Intervention Abilities Pediatric Therapy - 5.0 Oceanside, CA Job Details Part-time | Full-time $65 - $70 an hour Benefits Continuing education credits Mileage reimbursement Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off 401(k) 4% Match Vision insurance 401(k) matching Opportunities for advancement Life insurance Paid sick time Qualifications Report writing Occupational therapy for clients with autism Fine motor skill development Pediatric occupational therapy Master's degree Sensory integration Occupational Therapy Clinical rotations Evidence-based interventions in treatment planning Pediatrics Early intervention Occupational Therapy License Full Job Description •Now hiring full-time and part-time positions. Just a heads-up—you're welcome to choose your preferred service area and aren't limited to the region listed in the job post. We do have a high-need to fill an OT position in Encinitas-Oceanside by the end of May • Love working with little ones and want real schedule freedom? Apply today to join Abilities Pediatric Therapy as a Pediatric Occupational Therapist in Early Intervention.

Job Overview:

Title :

Pediatric Occupational Therapist (Early Intervention)

Employer :

Abilities Pediatric Therapy Location :

Local community areas (home- and community-based; choose your preferred service area)

Schedule :

Flexible | Part-time (8-24 clients/week) or Full-time (25+ clients/week)

Pay :

Competitive per-visit compensation; documentation and reports paid at treatment rate Early-intervention OT role with true schedule autonomy, strong benefits, and paid documentation and report writing. Ideal for pediatric OTs who want flexibility, meaningful family work, and a supportive, non-micromanaged culture. Why you'll love working here: Total autonomy: Set your own schedule, define your service area, and choose your caseload (8-25+ treatment hours/week). Work-life balance : Prioritize family, hobbies, and travel while doing impactful clinical work. Room to grow : Opportunities to advance within the company and access to ongoing learning and CEU reimbursement (eligible for license renewal).

Supportive culture:

Therapist-centered environment where your ideas and contributions are valued. Paid documentation : Documentation time built into the therapeutic hour; evaluation, progress, and discharge reports paid at full treatment rate ($65-$70/hour).

Creative freedom:

No micromanaging—use your clinical judgment and preferred evidence-based approaches.

Community impact:

Provide in-home support for infants and toddlers and build strong, long-term relationships with families.

Benefits:

Health insurance, life insurance, short-term disability. Dental/vision/chiropractic/acupuncture coverage. 401(k) with 4% match. CEU reimbursement (eligible for license renewal). Supplies stipend and electronics stipend. Holiday pay, PTO, sick pay, unlimited unpaid time off. Paid drive time and mileage reimbursement. Paid documentation and report writing at therapist rate of $65-70/hour

Your Role:

Provide evidence-based occupational therapy for infants and toddlers (age 0-3) in their home environments. Complete evaluations and develop family-centered, functional goals. Coach caregivers to embed strategies into daily routines. Manage your caseload independently and complete high-quality, timely documentation. Collaborate with a passionate, supportive team focused on positive developmental outcomes.

Candidates Must Have:

Master's degree or higher in Occupational Therapy from an accredited university and active CA OT license. Pediatric experience; early-intervention (0-3) strongly preferred. Knowledge of EI theories, rehab principles, and evidence-based practices for children with sensory processing challenges. Warm, compassionate approach with strong family collaboration skills. Self-motivated, organized, and detail-oriented with the ability to meet deadlines.

Bonus skills:

Bilingual (Spanish) Early intervention experience Experience with pediatric feeding/oral-motor issues, and screening for neuro referrals and bracing needs.

Choose your own caseload:

Part time = 8-24 clients per week Full time = 25+ clients per week Inclusion Abilities Pediatric Therapy is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive environment for all.

Pay:

$65.00 - $70.00 per hour Application Question(s): Do you have at least one year of pediatric experience? (including clinical rotations in school) Do you have an active California Occupational Therapy license?

Work Location:

In person