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Per Diem Occupational Therapist (OTR/L) or COTA | Flexible Schedule | San Diego, CA

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SmallTalk Speech and Occupational Therapy

San Diego, CA (In Person)

$103,357 Salary, Full-Time

Posted 4 weeks ago (Updated 6 days ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 6/17/2026

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Per Diem Occupational Therapist (OTR/L) or COTA | Flexible Schedule | San Diego, CA 3.8 3.8 out of 5 stars San Diego, CA 92108 $30
  • $65 an hour
  • Contract SmallTalk Speech and Occupational Therapy 4 reviews $30
  • $65 an hour
  • Contract SmallTalk Pediatric Therapy is San Diego's BEST outpatient pediatric speech and occupational therapy company — and we're looking for caring, fun-loving Per Diem Occupational Therapists (OTR/Ls) and Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants (COTAs) to join our team!
We're therapist-owned, therapist-run, and located in suburban San Diego with three boutique clinics in El Cajon, Mission Valley, and Scripps Ranch. Families love us because we focus on collaborative, family-centered care, and clinicians love us because we truly support our team. This per diem role offers the flexibility to pick up hours providing coverage when our OTs are out. If you want to make a difference in children's lives while enjoying a positive, supportive environment — welcome to the SmallTalk family! Why You'll Love Working Here Therapist-owned & therapist-run — we understand your work Flexible hours to fit your schedule Manageable caseloads with strong admin support We handle all scheduling, billing, and admin tasks so you can focus on therapy Fun, kind, and collaborative team culture Bright therapy rooms, sensory gyms, fun toys, a kitchen, and plenty of resources On-site mentoring and collaboration always available What You'll Do Provide high-quality occupational therapy when full-time OTs are out Deliver treatment based on the supervising OT's plan of care Support children ages 0-18 through engaging, play-based therapy Document sessions and progress in our easy EMR system Collaborate with families and teammates to help every child succeed What We're Looking For Licensed OTR/L or COTA in California Pediatric experience required Fun-loving, positive people who want to make a difference Organized, detail-oriented, and able to meet deadlines Strong team players who value collaboration Compensation & Perks Competitive per-billable-hour pay (COTA
  • $30•> $40 | OT•$55•> $65) Flexible schedule•choose hours that work for you Collaborative environment with mentoring support Fully stocked therapy gyms, toys, and materials Opportunities to grow with San Diego's top pediatric therapy team
Our Mission:
To help EVERY child in San Diego reach their greatest potential. If you're ready for a flexible role in a supportive and fun team environment — apply today and join the SmallTalk team!
Learn more:
www.smalltalkspeech.com |
Instagram:
@smalltalkspeechandot
Job Type:
Contract Pay:
$30.00
  • $65.
00 per hour Application Question(s): How many years of pediatric experience do you have? What is your earliest available start date? What days & hours are you available to work? What are your salary expectations for this role?
Experience:
OT or COTA:
1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
OTR/L or COTA License (Required) Ability to
Commute:
San Diego, CA 92108 (Required) Ability to
Relocate:
San Diego, CA 92108: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location:
In person

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