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Payal Bhakta

Pediatric Occupational Therapist

occupational therapist Temecula, CA Carrico Pediatric Therapy
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Overview
Level
Staff
Function
Healthcare
Tenure
6 years at Carrico Pediatric Therapy
Gender
Female
Connections
366
Position in HealthTal Database
  • 35,020 healthcare professionals in HealthTal hold the occupational therapist specialty. Payal Bhakta is one of them.
  • 3,059 occupational therapists are based in CA (out of 155,461 total healthcare contacts in that state).
  • 8 contacts at Carrico Pediatric Therapy 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
West Coast University
Master of Science
2016
UCLA
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)
2011
Skills
Spss Excel Powerpoint Market Research Data Analysis Research
About Carrico Pediatric Therapy
Industry
Hospitals & Physicians Clinics
Employees
20 to 99
Revenue
$10M to <$50M
Office Location
Temecula, CA
Professional Overview

Payal Bhakta is a Pediatric Occupational Therapist, currently affiliated with Carrico Pediatric Therapy, based in Temecula, CA. As a occupational therapist, Bhakta contributes to patient care, clinical workflows, and healthcare operations in Temecula, CA. They have been with Carrico Pediatric Therapy for 6 years. Bhakta holds academic credentials, including Master of Science and Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), from West Coast University and UCLA. Core competencies include Spss, Excel, Powerpoint, Market Research, Data Analysis. Carrico Pediatric Therapy operates in the Hospitals & Physicians Clinics sector with a workforce of 20 to 99 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 Temecula, 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 Payal Bhakta located?
Payal Bhakta is based in Temecula, CA. They are currently affiliated with Carrico Pediatric Therapy.
What is Payal Bhakta's specialty?
Payal Bhakta specializes in occupational therapist. Their current role is Pediatric Occupational Therapist.
Where does Payal Bhakta currently work?
Payal Bhakta currently works at Carrico Pediatric Therapy. They have been there for 6 years.
What is Payal Bhakta's educational background?
Payal Bhakta attended West Coast University and UCLA.
How do I contact Payal Bhakta for recruiting?
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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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