Pediatric Occupational Therapist
Murrieta, California
Rady Childrens Specialists of San Diego Murrieta

Occupational Therapist - Pediatrics (Travel/Contract)

Location: Murrieta, California
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Summary

Seeking an Occupational Therapist experienced in pediatric feeding assessment and treatment. The role includes managing pediatric patients with feeding/eating difficulties and some general pediatric developmental occupational therapy coverage.

Patient Population & Diagnoses

• Pediatric patients primarily with feeding disorders
• Common diagnoses: Pediatric Feeding Disorder, Oral Aversion, Feeding Difficulties, Dysphagia, ARFID, Failure to Thrive, Autism, Developmental Delay, Motor Delay, Fine Motor Delay, Sensory Processing Difficulties, and various genetic/developmental diagnoses
• Patient age range: Experience required with patients 18 months and older; experience with patients 8 months and older preferred

Work Schedule

• Shift: Four 10-hour days (Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday) from 8:00 AM to 6:30 PM (patient care hours 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM)
• Wednesday off
• Orientation/training: 1 to 2 weeks at a designated location prior to assignment start
• No on-call requirements; may call off based on patient volume
• Guaranteed hours after call-off policy is met

Required Qualifications

• Valid Pediatric Occupational Therapist license in California
• Minimum 1.5 years of pediatric occupational therapy experience, including experience within the last year
• Experience working with pediatric patients, specifically in assessment and treatment of pediatric feeding/eating difficulties
• NBCOT certification
• BLS certification issued by the American Heart Association
• California OT License or eligibility to obtain one (may practice under the 60-day rule if licensed in another state, but must pursue CA license immediately)

Orientation & Training

• 1 to 2 weeks orientation/training at a designated location before starting the assignment

Compliance & Documentation Requirements

• Valid photo ID (front and back) required on first day
• Background checks including criminal history, education verification, and federal exclusions within 30 days of start
• Transcripts and diploma required for OT outpatient positions
• Physical exam within 1 year of start, stating good health without restrictions
• Fit test for approved N95 masks within 1 year of start
• Immunizations and titers required: Tdap (within 10 years), Hepatitis B (series or titer), MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella), Varicella
• Negative TB test (Qgold/Tspot within 6 months or two negative PPDs)
• Negative 9-panel drug test (non-THC) within 30 days of start
• Annual competency exams and medication/pharmacology tests with required passing scores
• Professional license verification within 30 days of start
• Badge photo meeting specific requirements (recent, plain background, JPEG format)
• Completion of facility-specific forms including HIPAA, confidentiality, code of conduct, meal waiver, and professional accountability expectations prior to start
• References: Two supervisory references verified within 1 year of start from clinical leadership (director, supervisor, or manager)

Additional Information

• Scrub color: Any
• Charting system: Epic
• Parking: Free traveler parking
• Locals not accepted for this travel assignment
• Return to office (RTO) restrictions: Maximum 6 days

Summary

This travel contract position is ideal for an Occupational Therapist with pediatric feeding therapy experience seeking a 13-week assignment in California. The role requires strong clinical skills in pediatric feeding disorders, appropriate licensure or eligibility, and compliance with comprehensive health and background documentation. The schedule offers four 10-hour days with no on-call duties and includes orientation before starting.