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Wendy Zopel

Occupational Therapist

occupational therapist Santa Monica, CA Manhattan Beach City School District
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Overview
Level
Staff
Function
Healthcare
Tenure
22 years at Manhattan Beach City School District
Gender
Female
Connections
165
Position in HealthTal Database
  • 35,020 healthcare professionals in HealthTal hold the occupational therapist specialty. Wendy Zopel is one of them.
  • 3,059 occupational therapists are based in CA (out of 155,461 total healthcare contacts in that state).
  • 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 June 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
Pepperdine University
Master's degree, Clinical Psychology
2014
University of Wisconsin-Madison
Bachelor of Science (BS)
2001
Skills
Leadership Training Pediatric Occupational Therapist Clinical Supervision Mindfulness Behavioral Health Clinical Research Self Esteem Anger Management Sensory Evaluation Sensory Integration Motor Skills Development Adolescents K 12 Parent Education Parent Teacher Communication Iep Observation Report Writing Group Therapy Individual Assessment Play Therapy Psychotherapy Mental Health Life Transitions Child Development
About Manhattan Beach City School District
Industry
Education
Employees
20 to 99
Revenue
$100M to <$1B
Website
mbusd.org
Office Location
325 S Peck Ave, Manhattan Beach, CA
Professional Overview

Wendy Zopel is a Occupational Therapist, currently affiliated with Manhattan Beach City School District, based in Santa Monica, CA. As a occupational therapist, Zopel contributes to patient care, clinical workflows, and healthcare operations in Santa Monica, CA. They have been with Manhattan Beach City School District for 22 years. Zopel holds academic credentials, including Master's degree, Clinical Psychology and Bachelor of Science (BS), from Pepperdine University and University of Wisconsin-Madison. Core competencies include Leadership, Training, Pediatric Occupational Therapist, Clinical Supervision, Mindfulness. Manhattan Beach City School District operates in the Education 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 Santa Monica, 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 Wendy Zopel located?
Wendy Zopel is based in Santa Monica, CA. They are currently affiliated with Manhattan Beach City School District.
What is Wendy Zopel's specialty?
Wendy Zopel specializes in occupational therapist. Their current role is Occupational Therapist.
Where does Wendy Zopel currently work?
Wendy Zopel currently works at Manhattan Beach City School District. They have been there for 22 years.
What is Wendy Zopel's educational background?
Wendy Zopel attended Pepperdine University and University of Wisconsin-Madison.
How do I contact Wendy Zopel for recruiting?
HealthTal provides verified direct email address and phone number for Wendy Zopel. 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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