Pays $48.65-$80.02/hr — Occupational Therapist market median is ~$120k (24 jobs)
Occupational Therapist - Pediatrics - PT Days
About the Role
Pediatric occupational therapist at Torrance Memorial. Day shift, no nights. Salary $101K-$166K. Torrance, CA.
Join Torrance Memorial Medical Center as a Occupational Therapist – Pediatrics, Day Shift in Torrance, California.
Benefits & Compensation
- Pay rate: $48.65 - $80.02/hour.
- Health Insurance
- Dental
- Vision
- Retirement Plan
- Paid Time Off
- CME Allowance
Work Schedule
- Full-Time position.
- Day shift only - no nights.
This position offers day shifts only. Work with Torrance Memorial Medical Center in Torrance, California.
Key Responsibilities
The occupational therapist evaluates pediatric patients, develops individualized treatment plans, and provides direct care to improve functional independence. They also maintain clinical records, coordinate with caregivers, and participate in hospital performance improvement initiatives.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy and possess a valid OT license or applicant status. Certification in BCLS or ACLS is also required for this position.
Qualifications
- Education
- Bachelor degree
Certifications
Key Skills
Pediatrics — Occupational Therapist Career Context
In California, the Pediatrics weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$98k (46 salary observations; 69 listings), vs ~$90k nationally (520 salary observations; 1,171 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-03-01 through 2026-09-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.
Of the 50 active Pediatrics listings this role was benchmarked against, 6% are remote, 52% have no call, 76% require no weekends.
Pediatrics pay on WeekdayDoc is down 3.0% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).
The cost-of-living index for California is 110.7 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$134k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $121k in an average-cost state. 63.6% of California clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Position Insights
AI ANALYSISThis role scores 5.1/10 on work-life balance for Occupational Therapist roles.
Career trajectory: This position offers advancement within 2-3 years. The compensation analysis shows this employer pays...
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