Occupational Therapist (Casual - Per Diem) - Occupational Therapy

This is a casual position which is subject to renewal by 06/30/2026 Job Summary At Rady Children’s Health – San Diego, Occupational Therapists (OTs) are integral members of the health care team. OTs provide specialized, family-centered care to infants, children, and adolescents with developmental, feeding/swallowing, sensory, and physical/orthopedic challenges.

The OTs role involves evaluation, and the development and implementation of an individualized treatment plan to promote meaningful goal achievement through skill development, remediation, or accommodation. Our OTs routinely engage in multidisciplinary work and quality improvement projects to support our aim of driving best practice forward.

We provide varied opportunities for growth and professional advancement, including in-house continuing education and opportunities to train in different specialties.

To support professional growth and recognize contributions beyond direct patient care, Rady Children’s Health- San Diego offers a Clinical Ladder program with Occupational Therapist levels II and III. These roles maintain patient care as the primary responsibility while providing opportunities for additional involvement in areas such as education, research, and advocacy. Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications for advanced roles will have the opportunity to discuss eligibility with department leadership during the interview process.

Minimum Qualifications

• Master’s degree (Bachelor’s degree in occupational therapy from an AOTA accredited program in lieu of master’s degree, if graduated prior to 2004)
• Valid California license in OT or eligible if new graduate or licensed in another state
• Certification by the National Board for Certification in Occupation Therapy (NBCOT)
• BLS for Health Providers (American Heart Association)
• Ability and experience working independently, using critical thinking skills and processes to arrive at objective, strategic, results-oriented decisions within the context of patient care and department, division and organizational priorities.
• Valid California driver’s license and auto insurance required, when applicable

Preferred Qualifications

• Doctorate degree (non-MD)
• Experience in pediatric settings
• Relevant specialty certifications in OT advanced practice
• Bilingual English/Spanish

Occupational Therapist I – The current salary range for this position is $45.75 to $62.09 Occupational Therapist II – The current salary range for this position is $48.03 to $66.06 Rady Children’s Hospital is committed to compensation that is externally competitive and internally equitable. We demonstrate this commitment by conducting regular market reviews to remain competitive with organizations of similar size in the nonprofit, healthcare sector. The range listed above does not represent the full salary range for the position but is the expected hiring range for qualified candidates. Compensation decisions consider a variety of factors including experience, education, licensure, unique skillsets, organizational need, and internal equity. This posting will remain open from the “date posted” until the hiring manager has determined there is a sufficient applicant pool or until the position is filled.