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Pediatric Occupational Therapist (OT or OTA)-$2000 Sign on Bonus
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What they do
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.
$88,126 / year median in Colorado
+5% projected growth
Job Description
Position:
Full -Time- •SIGN-ON Bonus $2000•(upon completion of first month)Start Date:
August/September 2026Overview:
Children's Therapy Services of Colorado, Inc. is a multi-disciplinary (ST, OT, PT and ABA) outpatient clinic located in Northglenn, CO. Our team is bonded by our love of children and our commitment to making the lives of others better. Each day we work passionately to help each child blossom and achieve his or her ultimate potential. We are currently seeking an Occupational Therapist or COTA to join our team of pediatric therapy specialists. We are looking for a qualified, motivated, compassionate and outgoing professional that has that Extra Special something that makes them stand above the rest.Position:
The Pediatric Occupational Therapist serves children from birth through early adolescence who are diagnosed with a variety of congenital, developmental, neurological, or acquired disorders and delays. The ideal candidate will assess, develop, and implement individualized treatment plans to help children build the functional skills they need for daily living, play, and academic success. This role requires creativity, adaptability, and a deep understanding of childhood development and sensory integration, in addition to strong communication skills and a patient-centered approach to support children in achieving their goals. The position will be based at our clinic in Northglenn and may also include working with families of children ages 0-3 in homes through Early Intervention services.Primary Responsibility:
The Pediatric Occupational Therapist is responsible for evaluating and treating children with developmental, physical, sensory, and cognitive needs while supporting families through education and collaboration. The therapist develops individualized treatment plans and delivers evidence-based therapy that promotes independence in daily living skills, play, and school readiness.Duties:
Evaluation and Treatment:
Evaluate and treat children with developmental, physical, sensory, and cognitive needs. Conduct therapy sessions using evidence-based interventions in individual and group settings.Treatment Planning:
Create individualized therapy plans targeting fine motor skills, sensory processing, self-care tasks (e.g., dressing, feeding), visual-motor integration, and play-based goals.Family Education:
Educate and coach families on techniques and strategies to support development and progress toward therapy goals.Functional Skill Development:
Use therapeutic activities to improve functional independence in daily routines, play participation, and school readiness.Collaboration:
Collaborate with healthcare professionals including CTSC's multidisciplinary team of speech therapists, physical therapists, and BCBAs, in addition to pediatricians and educators.Documentation:
Maintain accurate and timely documentation of evaluations, treatment sessions, and progress reports.Early Intervention Services:
Provide early intervention services and participate in Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP) meetings when applicable.Professional Development:
Stay current with research and best practices in pediatric occupational therapy.Requirements:
Master's or Doctorate degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program. Valid state license to practice as an Occupational Therapist in Colorado. Certification from the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT). CPR and First Aid Certification required by start date. Experience working with pediatric populations, including autistic children and those with diagnoses including, but not limited to, Down syndrome, sensory processing disorder, developmental delays, cerebral palsy, and ADHD. Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage children, families, and other therapists effectively. Ability to adapt therapy techniques to meet the diverse needs of children. Comfort working in a fast-paced and dynamic pediatric environment. Spanish speaking preferred, but not required. Feeding therapy experience preferred, but not required.Benefits :
Generous paid time off (work/life balance is highly valued) Company Apple laptop Retirement plan with company match Paid continuing education allowance Ability to independently manage own schedule, flexible schedule Strong support system from leading supervisor, OT team and other disciplines www.childrenstherapyco.com The Equal Employment Opportunity Policy of Children's Therapy Services of Colorado, Inc. ensures a fair and equal employment opportunity for all job applicants regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status or disability. Position anticipated to close by 8/31Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$65,000.00 - $105,000.00 per yearBenefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Continuing education credits Flexible schedule Opportunities for advancement Paid time off Professional development assistance Retirement planLanguage:
Spanish (Preferred)License/Certification:
OT Colorado DORA and NBCOT certification (Required)Work Location:
In personBenefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 401(k) Plans
- Professional Development
- Other Retirement and Savings