Occupational Therapist
Company : Shriners Children's Florida
Location : Pasadena, CA, 91105
Job Type : Per Diem
Date Posted : 12 January 2026
Company Overview
Shriners Children’s is an organization that respects, supports, and values each other. Named as the 2025 best mid-sized employer by Forbes, we are engaged in providing excellence in patient care, embracing multi-disciplinary education, and research with global impact. We foster a learning environment that values evidenced based practice, experience, innovation, and critical thinking. Our compassion, integrity, accountability, and resilience define us as leaders in pediatric specialty care for our children and their families.
All employees are eligible for medical coverage on their first day! In addition, upon hire all employees are eligible for a 403(b) and Roth 403 (b) Retirement Saving Plan with matching contributions of up to 6% after one year of service. Employees in a FT or PT status (40+ hours per pay period) will also be eligible for paid time off, life insurance, short term and long-term disability and the Flexible Spending Account (FSA) plans and a Health Savings Account (HSA) if a High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) is elected. Additional benefits available to FT and PT employees include tuition reimbursement, home & auto, hospitalization, critical illness, pet insurance and much more! Coverage is available to employees and their qualified dependents in accordance with the plans. Benefits may vary based on state law.
Help create a brighter, stronger future for the children we serve at Shriners Children’s Southern California (SCSC). We are a family-centered, pediatric subspecialty Ambulatory Surgical Center located in Pasadena, providing complex care for children with orthopedic conditions.
Job Overview
Shriners Children’s Southern California is seeking an Occupational Therapist to join the multidisciplinary team in our Pediatric outpatient team.
This position is part time, non-exempt and benefits eligible. The pay range for this position is $43.67 - $65.61/hour. Compensation is determined based on years of experience and departmental equity.
Schedule is 2:30P - 6:30P Monday - Friday.
Responsibilities
This position will take an active role in performing assessments, providing treatment to children with orthopedic and/or neuromuscular conditions, and documenting results in the electronic medical record in an outpatient setting. Collaboration with the patient, family, medical staff and entire clinical team will be expected and essential in contributing to high quality care and exceptional patient outcomes. The successful candidate will possess positive energy combined with strong interest in hand and upper extremity rehabilitation.
Qualifications
1 year Occupational Therapy experience required
Hand Therapy experience required
Must be board certified in Advanced Practice of Hand Therapy or in the process of achieving the education, training, and competency requirements established by the board for providing hand therapy.
Must have completed within the past 4 years or be in the process of completing 45 Contact Hours of Hand Therapy Education.
Must have completed or be in the process of completing 480 Supervised Clinical Hours
1 year of pediatric experience preferred
Must have basic computer literacy for documenting in an electronic medical record. Strong interpersonal skills and a collaborative mindset are desired traits.
Must possess current licensure by the California Board of Occupational Therapy and CPR certification.
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Frequently asked questions
Pasadena's pediatric specialty care focus creates a niche demand for occupational therapists, especially those skilled in hand and upper extremity rehabilitation. Compared to larger metro areas like Los Angeles, Pasadena offers a more family-centered environment, which may influence job opportunities and patient demographics.
Besides the California Board of Occupational Therapy licensure, Pasadena employers often prefer therapists with advanced hand therapy certifications and CPR credentials. Familiarity with electronic medical records systems used locally also enhances employability at pediatric care centers.
Strong collaboration skills, pediatric orthopedic and neuromuscular knowledge, and expertise in hand therapy are crucial. Additionally, comfort with electronic documentation and a compassionate approach tailored to children and families significantly impact treatment success.
Specializing in hand therapy opens doors to advanced practice roles and often commands higher pay. It also aligns with growing needs in pediatric outpatient care, as seen in multidisciplinary teams focusing on upper extremity rehabilitation.
Daily duties include conducting thorough assessments, designing customized therapy plans, collaborating with families and clinical teams, and documenting progress. The focus is often on improving hand function and mobility in children with complex conditions.
Shriners Children's Florida emphasizes a family-centered, innovative environment with a strong commitment to evidence-based pediatric specialty care. Therapists benefit from comprehensive benefits from day one and opportunities to work alongside leading multidisciplinary teams.
Employees enjoy immediate medical coverage, retirement plans with matching contributions, paid time off, and additional perks like tuition reimbursement and pet insurance. These benefits support both professional growth and personal well-being.
Occupational therapists in Pasadena with relevant pediatric and hand therapy expertise can expect wages between $43.67 and $65.61 per hour, depending on experience and departmental equity, reflecting the specialized nature of the role.