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Cortica
Torrance, California

Lead Occupational Therapist

Occupational TherapistFull-Time

Listed compensation

$87k-$113k

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Employment & setting
Full-Time
Call expectations
Not specified
Weekends
Not specified
Posted 52m ago · Verified live

Job description

Cortica is looking for a Developmental Therapies Site Supervisor to lead a growing multi-disciplinary team of Speech, Occupational, Physical, and Music Therapists!
This role presents a distinctive opportunity for leadership in an innovative, fast paced company. You will lead a team of speech-language pathologists, occupational therapists, physical therapists, and music therapists in integration and collaboration of our delivery model. The challenges--and Cortica's aspirations--are bold and exciting.

We are a rapidly growing healthcare company pioneering the most effective treatment methods for children with neurodevelopmental differences. Our mission is to design and deliver life-changing care – one child, one family, one community at a time. Ultimately, we envision a world that cultivates the full potential of every child. At Cortica, every team member is instrumental in helping us achieve our mission!

Our culture and values guide how we work and treat one another. Cortica celebrates diversity and fosters an inclusive environment, seeking ideas and opinions from everyone on the team. We safeguard equal rights and respect for all individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, creed, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, ancestry, veteran status or other applicable, legally protected characteristics. All Cortica employment decisions are made based on an individual’s qualifications and ability to successfully perform the job responsibilities.

What will you do?
Serve as a direct supervisor for a team of individual developmental therapists (SLP, OT, PT, MT), overseeing the daily operations of the site DT team
Addresses real-time DT operational issues, which may include making modifications to the physical space, procuring appropriate equipment and materials, optimizing room assignments, managing performance issues, addressing staff and patient cancellations, and other duties as needed
Work in collaboration with the site leadership team (ABA site manager, Site Medical Director, Area Operations Manager) to ensure outstanding experiences at the site for team members, parents, and patients alike
Maintain daily on-site leadership presence, covering a majority of the clinic’s daily operating hours
Maintain a weekly productivity expectation, which will be reduced based on the number of direct reports you have. Billable expectations include: completing your discipline specific developmental therapy evaluations, treatments, and/or participation in comprehensive CIMs
Complete all DT documentation requirements within the expected Cortica timeframe
Manage the DT team productivity/daily operational scheduling needs, documentation efficiency, capacity utilization, wait list management, DT hiring needs, and overall clinical quality and outcomes, in collaboration with the DT Manager
Lead, mentor and develop all members of the team across all clinical matters; ensuring consistency and integrity of the Cortica Care Model through team and individual meetings, and direct support in sessions as needed
Assist in ensuring outstanding experiences at the site for team members, parents and patients alike
Conduct annual performance reviews for team members, and collaborate with DT Manager on merit recommendations
Manage time-off requests and work closely with scheduling to maximize coverage/scheduling needs; this may require stepping in for coverage as needed
May serve as the hiring manager for DT candidates (at the discretion of the DT Manager), which includes duties such as interviewing, onboarding, and training and supporting of new DT teammates in alignment with Cortica’s mission, clinical model, culture, values, policies and procedures
Act as a representative of Cortica’s DT program, demonstrating professionalism with all families and colleagues in written and spoken communication as well as through professional attire and demeanor
Participate in meetings as assigned (Rounds, Leadership meetings, Clinical Integration Meetings, Performance management meetings, Clinical and/or Operational Excellence Committee meetings etc.)
Adhere to all AMA, ASHA, OTA, APTA, AMTA, BACB, HIPAA, and Human Rights regulations regarding confidentiality and ethical practice as it relates to clients of Cortica
Live Cortica’s core values, leading by example for other teammates
In this role you are required to stand, walk, sit, climb, balance, kneel, crouch, or crawl; reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Team members must occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds.
We’d love to hear from you if:
You possess a master's degree or doctorate in related field.
You are licensed to practice as a Speech and Language Pathologist, Occupational Therapist, Music Therapist or Physical Therapist in the State of California.
You possess 3 years of experience as a clinician, with a strong desire to continue to grow your leadership skills.
You have some experience leading teams in a clinical setting and possess a strong acumen for overall DT program management.
You have previously demonstrated ability to grow and manage a team while focusing on process improvement, patient-impact, and customer service.
You have strong leadership and management skills, especially around internal communication, team collaboration, and goal setting.
You have knowledge of HIPAA regulations to safeguard patient information.
You have experience with pediatric population, including individuals with autism and other neurodevelopmental disorders.
You are skilled at using software and systems including electronic medical record systems and Microsoft Office products.
Your Compensation & Benefits
Cortica cares deeply about the well-being of each member of our team, and we have created a passionate, caring, and growth-minded culture that helps teammates thrive! As a Cortica teammate, we’ll support your well-being through medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with company matching and rapid vesting, paid holidays and wellness days, life insurance, disability insurance options, tuition reimbursements for professional development and continuing education, and referral bonuses. We value you and the experience you bring to your role, and are proud to provide you with a compensation and benefits package designed to enhance all aspects of your life.
The base pay range for this opening is based according to your skill level, relevant experience, education level, and location, you will receive compensation that fits appropriately within the range.
Music Therapist: $68,888.89 - $86,111.11
Occupational Therapist: $87,466.67 - $109,333.33
Speech Language Pathologist: $90,666 - $113,333.33
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Key Responsibilities

The Lead Occupational Therapist will supervise a multi-disciplinary team of developmental therapists while overseeing daily site operations and clinical quality. They will collaborate with site leadership to ensure high-quality patient care and maintain productivity standards through effective scheduling and mentorship.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a master's or doctorate degree in a related field and possess a valid license to practice in California. A minimum of 3 years of clinical experience with a demonstrated ability to lead teams in a healthcare setting is required.

Qualifications

Education
Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Clinical leadershipTeam managementOccupational therapySpeech-language pathologyPhysical therapyMusic therapyPediatric careHIPAA complianceElectronic medical recordsClinical operationsStaff supervisionInterdisciplinary collaboration

Occupational Therapist Career Context

Of the 50 active Occupational Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 2% are remote, 56% have no call, 80% require no weekends.

In California, the Occupational Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$113k (973 salary observations; 1,686 listings), vs ~$96k nationally (7,467 salary observations; 22,065 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-01-01 through 2026-09-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.

The cost-of-living index for California is 110.7 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$100k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $91k in an average-cost state. 63.6% of California clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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About Cortica

Hospitals and Health Care
San Diego, California
1,001-5,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) plan with company matching and rapid vesting
Paid holidays and wellness days
Life insurance
Disability insurance options
Tuition reimbursements for professional development and continuing education
Referral bonuses