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Pediatric Occupational Therapist

LimitlessliPuyallup, WA; Tacoma, WA; Seattle, WA; Olympia, WAFull timePosted 1mo agoStill open, checked every night

How this pay compares

This posting does not state an hourly rate. Open occupational therapist jobs in Washington post a median of $55.88 an hour, the middle half $54–$61.35, across 84 jobs that state their pay. Occupational therapists employed in Washington earn a median of $51.77 an hour (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics).

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Licensed in another state?

Washington is not issuing OT Compact privileges yet, so an occupational therapist or OT assistant licensed in another state needs a Washington license for this job. (Occupational Therapy Compact Commission, 9 Nov 2026.) For a Washington license, apply to the Washington State Department of Health (Occupational Therapy Practice Board) for a license by endorsement ($166, by its own page): what Washington asks. Every state's OT Compact status.

What Washington requires of an occupational therapist

Occupational therapist license, from the Washington State Department of Health (Occupational Therapy Practice Board).

  • Applicants credentialed for at least the two preceding years in a state the board deems substantially equivalent need only proof of current licensure; others also need a passing NBCOT exam and must meet Washington's licensure requirements, and every applicant lists all states where credentials are or were held, with verification sent directly to the department (WAC 246-847-125).
  • Staying active: Licenses renew every two years on the practitioner's birthday, with 24 hours of continuing education or continued competency every two years (WAC 246-847-065, 246-847-990).

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  • Applicant demand per open job on this site (1.00x is the average job): Index 0.21x · Clicks 25
  • How often these jobs state their pay: Jobs stating any pay 52.9% · Stating an hourly rate 32.3%

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About the job

At Limitlessli we specialize in recruiting, hiring, and managing high-caliber remote staff for dynamic and growing healthcare facilities. Leveraging our extensive global network, we connect clients with highly qualified professionals, offering tailored services to meet our clients' unique business needs.

The Opportunity

The Occupational Therapist is responsible for developing, implementing, and coordinating individualized occupational therapy programs for clients with deficits that affect their ability to perform daily activities and participate in desired occupations at home, school, and in the community. The role includes screening, evaluation, treatment, therapeutic intervention, transition planning, and discharge/exit planning. The therapist uses evidence-based practices to improve functional participation and independence.

Key Responsibilities

  • Conduct occupational therapy screenings and evaluations and select appropriate assessment tools.
  • Develop and implement individualized treatment and intervention plans based on evaluation findings and occupational performance needs.
  • Provide targeted, evidence-based occupational therapy interventions addressing areas such as personal care, role performance, interaction skills, process skills, play, community integration/work, and communication.
  • Monitor and reassess client progress and determine whether intervention should continue, be modified, or discontinued.
  • Adapt and modify environments, equipment, materials, and assistive technology to support client participation and independence.
  • Educate and train parents, families, and caregivers to support functional skills, health maintenance, communication, and safety.
  • Prepare comprehensive evaluation reports and maintain accurate clinical, administrative, scheduling, billing, and service documentation.
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, educational personnel, community agencies, parents, and other service providers to promote continuity of care and develop appropriate educational plans.
  • Provide supervision to occupational therapy assistants and support personnel as appropriate.
  • Maintain compliance with professional standards, federal and state regulations, facility policies, infection-control procedures, and ethical requirements.
  • Participate in quality improvement, continuing education, evidence-based research, and professional development.

Qualifications

  • Strong clinical judgment, compassion, integrity, and professional conduct.
  • Excellent organizational, time-management, recordkeeping, and communication skills.
  • Ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.
  • Ability to work collaboratively with clients, families, caregivers, educational personnel, and multidisciplinary teams.
  • Knowledge of human development and the impact of disabilities and socio-cultural and socioeconomic factors on occupational participation.
  • Knowledge of occupational therapy theories, models of practice, principles, and evidence-based practice.
  • Ability to interpret evaluation findings, develop appropriate intervention plans, and provide evidence-based treatment.
  • Ability to adapt environments, equipment, and materials to facilitate participation.
  • Ability to pass required background screening.

Experience

  • Successful completion of all required occupational therapy fieldwork.
  • Graduate of an accredited occupational therapy professional program recognized by NBCOT.
  • The source document does not specify a minimum number of years of professional experience.

Certifications & Licensure

  • NBCOT certification.
  • Current Occupational Therapist license issued by the Washington State Department of Health.
  • Child CPR and First Aid certification.
  • Successful completion of required background checks and fingerprinting.

From Limitlessli's job posting, checked 13 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.

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