Pediatric Occupational Therapist

Cortica
Santa Ana, CA

Occupational Therapist (OT)

Employment Type: Full-Time

Compensation Range: $85,244 to $106,555 annually

Are you a passionate Occupational Therapist looking to do meaningful work in a truly collaborative, pediatric setting? At Cortica , we're redefining care for children with neurodevelopmental differences through an integrated, multi-disciplinary model—and we're growing our OT team.

Join a mission-driven organization where your clinical expertise, creativity, and voice matter, and where you'll deliver life-changing, play-based care to children and families.

Why Choose Cortica?

A Career That Grows with You

  • Clinical Ladder Advancement: Unlock structured career progression with opportunities to grow from Level 1 to Level 4, based on clinical expertise, leadership, and mentorship contributions. Move beyond traditional roles by contributing to our mentorship, training, and clinical program development initiatives while being recognized for your excellence.
  • Mentorship and Leadership: Clinicians at higher Clinical Ladder levels mentor newer OTs, shaping the next generation of therapists and earning recognition for leadership.
  • Professional Development: A $2,000 CEU stipend annually supports your clinical growth, helping you gain specialized expertise and further refine your skills with neurodivergent children.

A Team That Supports You

  • Multidisciplinary Collaboration: Work alongside neurologists, developmental pediatricians, nurse practitioners, ABA professionals, speech-language pathologists, physical therapists, and music therapists in a truly integrated care model that reflects the latest research and promotes better outcomes.
  • Low Billable Target, High-Quality Care: With a manageable caseload (27 billable hours/week), you'll have the time and flexibility to deliver meaningful, outcome-driven therapy rather than focusing on quantity over quality.
  • Positive Work Environment: Be part of a highly rated workplace (4.1★ on Glassdoor, 4.1★ on Indeed), where 78% of employees recommend Cortica for its supportive culture and cutting-edge clinical model.

Comprehensive Benefits That Matter

  • Competitive salary and bonus opportunities
  • $2,000 annual CEU stipend for ongoing professional development
  • 401(k) matching to invest in your future
  • Medical, dental, and vision Insurance (plus pet insurance!)
  • Generous PTO and holidays to ensure work-life balance
  • License and certification reimbursement
  • Paid parental leave and wellness support

Your Role as an Occupational Therapist at Cortica

Make an Impact

  • Establish occupational therapy treatment goals using dynamic and standardized assessment too.
  • Provide play-based and goal-driven interventions to promote sensory processing, regulation, and skill development in daily occupation
  • Deliver individual therapy, group sessions, and co-treatments with other disciplines as clinically appropriat
  • Facilitate functional, engaging experiences to support individualized goal
  • Devise strategies and supports to enhance participation in activities of daily living
  • Collaborate with children and families to align care with their values, interests, and goals

Collaborate & Innovate

  • Work closely with a multi-disciplinary team to create integrative, collaborative treatment play
  • Implement programming that considers the whole child, including sensorimotor, cognitive, communicative, recreational, and social domain
  • Contribute to program development and continuous improvement initiatives
  • Educate families, caregivers, and team members on home programs that support progress outside of sessions

Drive Clinical Excellence

  • Maintain accurate documentation and ensure compliance with state and company policies.
  • Engage in cross-discipline consultations with physicians, nurse practitioners, occupational therapists, physical therapists, music therapists, and ABA professionals to create the best outcomes for children.
  • Contribute to Cortica's Clinical Ladder Program, positioning yourself for leadership and professional growth.

Who We're Looking For

  • Master or Doctorate's Degree in Occupational Therapy
  • Active OT licensure in the state(s) where you practice
  • Passion for collaborative, integrative care and working with neurodivergent populations
  • Strong leadership potential and interest in mentorship and career growth

About Cortica: Where Clinical Excellence Meets Innovation

Cortica is at the forefront of integrated care for neurodevelopmental differences . Our Clinical Ladder Program empowers therapists to grow within the organization , taking on new challenges in mentorship, training, and clinical leadership.

At Cortica, your career isn't just a job—it's a journey toward clinical excellence and professional fulfillment .

Are you ready to grow? Apply today and become part of a company that's redefining pediatric therapy!


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About Cortica:

Cortica is a leading provider of advanced neurological therapies for children with autism and other developmental differences. We offer in-home, in-clinic, and telehealth services that empower families to achieve long-lasting, transformative results.

Posted 2026-03-12

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