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Michelle Kanda

Senior Occupational Therapist

occupational therapist Los Angeles, CA California Children's Services
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Overview
Level
Staff
Function
Healthcare
Tenure
3 years at California Children's Services
Gender
Female
Connections
493
Position in HealthTal Database
  • 35,020 healthcare professionals in HealthTal hold the occupational therapist specialty. Michelle Kanda is one of them.
  • 3,059 occupational therapists are based in CA (out of 155,461 total healthcare contacts in that state).
  • 50 contacts at California Children's Services are tracked in HealthTal.
  • Typical occupational therapist compensation in CA: $86,000 – $144,000 (median $111,000). Source: BLS OEWS adjusted for state cost of labor.
  • Top employers of occupational therapists in CA: Kaiser Permanente (104), Los Angeles Unified School District (45), Sutter Health (44).
  • 2% of occupational therapists in CA hold a senior title (Director, Manager, Chief, VP, etc.).
  • 82% of occupational therapists in CA have verified education credentials on file.
  • Data refreshed May 2026.

Public records & verifications
  • Verify against the NPPES Provider Registry (HHS / CMS). Search NPPES →
  • Professional LinkedIn profile on file (subscribers only).
  • Data aggregated from public licensure databases, LinkedIn, and verified employer records. Cross-check via the registry link above.
Education
University of Southern California
Master's degree
2017
Chapman University
Bachelor Degree
2008
Skills
Project Management Grant Writing Event Planning Research Customer Service Direct Sales Phone Skills Ms Office Suite Mac Os X Internet 66 Wpm Coaching Teaching English Community Outreach Community Organizing Office Management Tutoring Sat Ukrainian Writing Creative Writing Creative Problem Solving Great People Skills Attention To Detail Team Oriented Self Starter Nutrition Soccer Fitness Retail Interviewing Art History Academic Writing History Training And Development Teaching English As A Second Language Microsoft Office Employee Training Youth Development Community Development Spanish Ngos International Development Social Media Interviews Nonprofits Os X Newsletters
About California Children's Services
Industry
Hospitals & Physicians Clinics
Employees
100 to 499
Revenue
$50M to <$100M
Website
dhcs.ca.gov
Office Location
Los Angeles, CA
Professional Overview

Michelle Kanda is a Senior Occupational Therapist, currently affiliated with California Children's Services, based in Los Angeles, CA. As a occupational therapist, Kanda contributes to patient care, clinical workflows, and healthcare operations in Los Angeles, CA. They have been with California Children's Services for 3 years. Kanda holds academic credentials, including Master's degree and Bachelor Degree, from University of Southern California and Chapman University. Core competencies include Project Management, Grant Writing, Event Planning, Research, Customer Service. California Children's Services operates in the Hospitals & Physicians Clinics sector with a workforce of 100 to 499 employees. Healthcare organizations seeking to recruit occupational therapist professionals can use HealthTal to access verified direct email addresses and personal phone numbers sourced from NPI records and professional licensing databases. Direct outreach to occupational therapist specialists consistently yields higher response rates than passive job board postings, particularly for roles requiring specific clinical credentials or state licensure. The Los Angeles, CA healthcare market offers access to a concentrated pool of clinical professionals, making direct outreach particularly effective for organizations building local care teams or expanding service capacity in the region.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Michelle Kanda located?
Michelle Kanda is based in Los Angeles, CA. They are currently affiliated with California Children's Services.
What is Michelle Kanda's specialty?
Michelle Kanda specializes in occupational therapist. Their current role is Senior Occupational Therapist.
Where does Michelle Kanda currently work?
Michelle Kanda currently works at California Children's Services. They have been there for 3 years.
What is Michelle Kanda's educational background?
Michelle Kanda attended University of Southern California and Chapman University.
How do I contact Michelle Kanda for recruiting?
HealthTal provides verified direct email address and phone number for Michelle Kanda. Subscribe to access full contact details including personal email, direct dial, and LinkedIn profile.
How do I recruit a occupational therapist?
Recruiting occupational therapists typically involves reaching out via direct email or phone. HealthTal's database provides verified contact data for occupational therapists across all 50 states, allowing you to contact candidates directly without going through job boards.
What is the average salary for a occupational therapist in CA?
occupational therapists in CA typically earn $86,000 to $144,000 annually, with a median of $111,000. Figures derive from BLS OEWS data, adjusted for state cost of labor. Senior-titled roles (Director, Manager, Chief) and high-acuity practice settings push the upper end.

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