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Kids at Play Therapy
Puyallup, Washington

Pediatric Occupational Therapist

Occupational TherapistFull-Time

Listed compensation

$78k-$110k

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Employment & setting
Full-Time
Call expectations
Not specified
Weekends
Not specified
Posted 51m ago · Verified live

Job description

JOIN OUR TEAM AS A PEDIATRIC OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST

Kids at Play Therapy – Puyallup, WA Full-time | Flexible Schedule | Permanent Position

We’re looking for a dedicated, creative and compassionate Pediatric Occupational Therapist to join our dynamic team. If you love helping children (ages 0–21) build skills through play, movement, and meaningful connection—this is your dream job.

We are a vibrant, fast-paced community-based clinic looking to add a compassionate OT, who loves turning everyday moments into milestones!
Location: Puyallup
Schedule: Full-Time /Flexible
Employment Type: Permanent

What You’ll Do

Evaluate and treat amazing children with a variety of needs Lead engaging individual and group sessions (feeding, social skills, handwriting, preschool, motor and life skills groups) Team up with families and professionals to support each child’s journey. Plan and develop home programs. Track progress and celebrate every win—big or small. What You Bring: WA OT license CPR certification A playful spirit and a heart full of compassion. Knowledge of child development and the progression of functional skills. Awareness of neurodiversity-affirming clinical practices and motivation to support clients and families using this framework. Flexibility as an adaptable team player with a strong desire to learn. Excellent organizational and time management skills, sound communication skills, willingness to collaborate and contribute to the team. Experience in an outpatient setting with sensory integration, feeding therapy, or handwriting programs while not necessary will greatly benefit you in this role Why You’ll Love It Here: Supportive team, flexible schedule, and room to express your creativity Deep community connections and meaningful impact Weekly scheduled meetings providing the opportunity to collaborate with and learn from your team We’re based in the beautiful Pacific Northwest, where towering evergreens, mountain views, and fresh air inspire healing, creativity, and joy A chance to help kids dream big, believe in themselves, and achieve their fullest potential What We Offer: Competitive compensation; $78,000- $110,000 Generous PTO and paid holidays Flexible scheduling options. Medical, dental and vision benefits Retirement plan with company matching Continuing education support Mentorship and professional development A warm, welcoming environment where your work truly matters Autonomy in the context of a supportive team and caring culture If you are ready to join our team apply online Visit our website https://www. kidsatplaytherapy. com/careers/ to submit your application and resume Call: (253) 447-8216

Key Responsibilities

Evaluate and treat children with diverse needs through individual and group sessions including feeding, social skills, and motor development. Collaborate with families and professionals to develop home programs and track patient progress.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a valid Washington State Occupational Therapist license and CPR certification. A strong understanding of child development and a compassionate, playful approach to therapy are required.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure

Key Skills

Pediatric occupational therapySocial skills trainingMotor skills developmentLife skills trainingNeurodiversity-affirming practiceTreatment planningPatient evaluationCollaborationOrganizational skills

Pediatrics — Occupational Therapist Career Context

Of the 50 active Pediatrics listings this role was benchmarked against, 4% are remote, 66% have no call, 72% require no weekends.

Pediatrics pay on WeekdayDoc is up 3.2% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).

The cost-of-living index for Washington is 107.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$94k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $88k in an average-cost state. 59.8% of Washington clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Location & Logistics

Washington has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. At the posted ~$94k midpoint, that is roughly $4k–$7k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.

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About Kids at Play Therapy

Health and Human Services
Puyallup, Washington
11-50 employees

Benefits & Perks

Competitive compensation $78,000-$110,000
Generous PTO and paid holidays
Flexible scheduling options
Medical, dental and vision benefits
Retirement plan with company matching
Continuing education support
Mentorship and professional development
Autonomy in a supportive team culture