We are currently hiring for both part time or full-timeOccupational Therapist (OT) or an Assistant (COTA) to work at our Sunshine Center Outpatient Pediatric Clinic in Lawton, OK.
The Sunny Days Sunshine Center is a one-of-a-kind center designed to promote positive behavior, increase quality of life, and enable individuality; the Sunshine Center embraces each child and their individual needs. We are dedicated to children of all ages who may be experiencing challenges with learning, social skills, sensory processing, speech/language difficulties and/or motor development.
We provide a full range of therapy sessions to children of all ages (both individual and group), including:
- Occupational Therapy
- Physical Therapy
- Speech Therapy
REQUIREMENTS:
- OKOccupational Therapist (OT) or Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)license
- Early Intervention or Pediatric Experience
- Outpatient Pediatric clinic experience is a PLUS
- Strong Clinical and Interpersonal Skills
- Excellent Written and Oral Communication Skills
- Practice COVID safety procedures, such as disinfecting area, wearing masks, social distancing and other protocols to keep staff and children safe
BENEFITS:
- Competitive Salary
- Professional Support & Development
- Annual $500 that can be used for professional education
- Eligible for comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, vision, company paid life insurance, generous paid time off/vacation days, 401k eligible after one year and etc.)
Please submit your resume for immediate consideration. For more information on our Sunshine Centers, please visit our website atwww.sunnydayssunshinecenter.com
As a business started by women to help children with disabilities, we’re accustomed to fighting for change and are dedicated to increasing representation for people of all backgrounds in our industry. Any applicants that would like to work and/or partner with us, aligned in this need for meaningful change, please upload your resume.
Sunny Days Sunshine Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, disability, age or covered veteran status.
Freqently Asked Questions
In Lawton, OK, holding a valid Oklahoma OT or COTA license is essential. Additionally, credentials in early intervention pediatric therapy enhance employability, reflecting local demand for therapists skilled in outpatient pediatric care.
Lawton's pediatric OT job market is moderately competitive, with growing demand for specialists in outpatient clinics like Sunny Days, Inc. Candidates with pediatric experience and strong interpersonal skills often stand out in local hiring.
Success in this role requires mastery of sensory integration techniques, pediatric motor development, and strong communication skills to tailor therapy plans. Experience in outpatient settings enhances effectiveness in addressing children's individual needs.
While both roles offer rewarding careers, Pediatric OTs typically advance into supervisory or specialized therapy positions, whereas COTAs often focus on direct patient care, gaining valuable hands-on experience in pediatric rehabilitation.
Daily routines blend individual and group therapy sessions aimed at improving motor skills, sensory processing, and social interaction. Therapists collaborate closely with families and multidisciplinary teams to foster each child's unique progress.
Sunny Days, Inc. offers an annual $500 stipend for continuing education, robust professional support, and a culture emphasizing diversity and meaningful change, empowering Pediatric OTs and COTAs to grow their pediatric expertise continually.
Pediatric OTs and COTAs in Lawton typically earn between $55,000 to $75,000 annually, influenced by experience and credentials. Sunny Days, Inc. provides competitive salaries aligned with market standards and comprehensive benefits.
Sunny Days Sunshine Center integrates individualized behavioral and developmental strategies, emphasizing each child's uniqueness. This approach differentiates it from typical outpatient clinics, fostering a nurturing environment for pediatric therapists.
Clear, empathetic verbal and written communication is vital for collaborating with children, families, and multidisciplinary teams. Sunny Days values therapists who can effectively document progress and convey therapeutic goals.
While in-person sessions dominate pediatric OT in Lawton due to hands-on needs, some clinics, including Sunny Days, Inc., are cautiously exploring telehealth options, especially for follow-ups or consultations, adapting to evolving healthcare trends.
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