Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

$50k to $65k

La Mesa, CAFull-timePosted Oct 16, 2026

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Job description

Small. Talk Pediatric Therapy is San Diego’s BEST outpatient pediatric speech and occupational therapy company — and we’re looking for an energetic, fun-loving Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to join our team! We’re therapist-owned, therapist-run, and located in convenient suburban San Diego. We serve children ages 0–18 with a wide variety of diagnoses and needs, and we work closely with families to ensure faster, lasting progress.

If you want to work in a place where you’ll feel supported, valued, and have fun while making a difference every day — welcome to the Small. Talk team! Why You’ll Love Working Here 🏆 Therapist-owned & therapist-run — we understand your work 💰 Competitive salary + profit sharing + monthly bonuses 🕒 Full-time schedule (32–40 hours per week) with flexibility 📉 Manageable caseload of super cute kids 💡 Paid PTO, holidays, and sick time 🏠 Bright clinics fully stocked with therapy materials, games, and activities 🎉 Incredible culture with a supportive and collaborative OT team What You’ll Do Provide high-quality occupational therapy under the supervision of an OT Step in for coverage when clinicians are out or families reschedule Support children ages 0–18 through play-based, goal-oriented interventions Complete accurate daily SOAP notes and documentation Collaborate with supervising OTs, families, and teammates What We’re Looking For Licensed COTA in California Minimum 1 years of pediatric experience Positive, outgoing personality and love for kids Organized, detail-oriented, and computer literate True team player who values collaboration Compensation & Benefits Competitive salary with profit sharing & monthly bonuses $20K+ in benefits including: 401(k) with company match Medical, dental, and vision insurance Paid time off, sick days, and holidays Tuition reimbursement & professional development support Employee discounts & flexible scheduling options Opportunities for growth within a supportive practice Our Mission: To help EVERY child in San Diego reach their greatest potential.

If you’re ready to join a team where your work is meaningful (and fun!) — apply now and become part of the Small. Talk family! 📍 Learn more: www.smalltalkspeech.com | Instagram: @smalltalkspeechandot Salary $50,000 - $65,000 per year

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