Pediatric Occupational Therapist OTR/L

Job Overview

Are you an open-minded, creative, and passionate Occupational Therapist who loves empowering children to thrive? Mar Pediatric Therapy, LLC is seeking a caring and dedicated Pediatric Occupational Therapist (OTR/L) to join our growing team!

We work with a wonderful, neurodiverse population across clinic, online, and school-based settings. Whether you are looking for full-time or part-time opportunities, we offer a welcoming clinic environment designed to support both our therapists and the children we serve.

Why Work for Mar Pediatric Therapy?

At Mar Pediatric Therapy, we believe that providing high-quality therapy starts with creating a high-quality environment for our therapists. We are a privately owned practice dedicated to fostering a purpose-driven culture, nurturing work environment, and shared core values of diversity, inclusivity, and collaboration.

Here is what makes joining our team so rewarding:

• True Work-Life Balance: We actively encourage and respect a healthy work-life balance with flexible scheduling options designed to fit your lifestyle.
• Dedicated Clinic Facilities: Work in our clinic space located in Columbia, MD, featuring individual private treatment rooms and a fully equipped sensory gym.
• Creative Autonomy & Influence: Help select assessment and therapy materials, shape sensory-based programs, and tailor therapy to best fit each child’s individualized goals.
• Supportive & Neurodiversity-Affirming Culture: Join a team that values open-mindedness, fun, and evidence-based interventions tailored to neurodivergent children (pre-K through 12th grade).
• Diverse Service Delivery Options: Gain experience across multiple settings including clinic sessions, school contracts, and teletherapy.

Benefits

• Competitive Total Compensation: Base salary structure with additional bi-weekly bonuses!
• Healthcare Benefits: 50% company contribution toward health and dental coverage for full-time staff.
• Paid Time Off: Accrued PTO and paid sick leave package and paid holidays!
• Professional Growth: Maryland licensure fee reimbursement and continuing education support.
• Coverage & Support: Comprehensive professional liability and workers' compensation coverage.

Responsibilities

• Assess children’s functional abilities, developmental milestones, and sensory processing needs to develop personalized treatment plans.
• Implement evidence-based occupational therapy interventions aimed at improving fine motor skills, sensory integration, self-care activities (ADLs), and overall independence.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including speech therapists, physical therapists, educators, and medical professionals to coordinate comprehensive care strategies.
• Assist with discharge planning by preparing families for ongoing therapy needs and providing home exercise programs.
• Support children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) by designing tailored interventions that promote communication, social skills, and adaptive behaviors.
• Conduct therapy sessions in various settings such as outpatient clinics and schools
• Maintain detailed documentation of patient progress, update care plans regularly, and ensure compliance with healthcare regulations and standards.
• Engage in case management activities to monitor patient outcomes and facilitate smooth transitions between care settings.

Requirements

• Valid state licensure as an Occupational Therapist (OTR/L) with pediatric specialization.
• Proven experience working with children in diverse environments such as outpatient clinics, early intervention programs, schools, or inpatient facilities.
• Strong knowledge of pediatric physiology, anatomy, medical terminology, and developmental milestones.
• Experience assisting with activities of daily living (ADLs), discharge planning, and case management for pediatric patients.
• Familiarity with working with individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and other disabilities to promote functional independence.
• Excellent patient care skills combined with a compassionate approach to working with children and families.
• Knowledge of speech therapy principles is advantageous for interdisciplinary collaboration. Join us in delivering exceptional pediatric occupational therapy services that empower children to reach their full potential!
• School-Based IEP knowledge.

Pay: $80,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Work Location: In person