Occupational Therapist

MOST/DFW•Dallas, TX

28d•$35 - $65•Onsite

About The Position

MOST/DFW is seeking a passionate Occupational Therapist to provide pediatric services for children with Autism Spectrum Disorder as part of an interdisciplinary team of speech, physical, and ABA therapists. The organization emphasizes personal connections, listening and observation, and engaging, functional therapy activities that support patients’ goals and quality of life. This is an in-clinic role serving patients at two to three partner ABA centers in the Dallas territory, including locations in Forney, Mesquite, and Rowlett. The position starts as a part-time 1099 contract role, with the opportunity to increase to a full-time caseload depending on availability. The schedule is customizable, with options for three days (Monday/Wednesday/Friday), two days (Tuesday/Thursday), or five days per week. Rates range from $35 to $65 per session based on pediatric experience and additional certifications. The therapist will provide services to children ages 3–12, collaborate with co-treating professionals, develop and implement therapy programs, conduct evaluations, track progress, communicate with families, and participate in interdisciplinary meetings and continuing education. A sign-on bonus is available subject to the stated experience, weekly-hours, and tenure qualifications. Experienced OTRs may also take on a supervisor role, providing direct and indirect supervision to COTAs for additional weekly compensation.

Requirements

Occupational Therapist registration/license to practice in Texas (OTR).
At least two years of occupational therapy experience.
BLS/CPR certification.
Willingness to undergo a background check.
Laptop or tablet for documenting in the Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system.
Willingness to collaborate with a team of allied health professionals.
Willingness to commit to a minimum of 20 working hours per week.

Nice To Haves

At least two years of experience with pediatrics, Autism Spectrum Disorder, and/or Sensory Processing Disorder.
At least two years of pediatric experience is preferred for sign-on bonus eligibility.
Additional certifications, which may factor into the session rate.
For supervisor roles, at least two years of experience as a treating OTR.

Responsibilities

Provide occupational therapy services in clinic at partner ABA locations to clients ages 3–12.
Collaborate with co-treating therapists to develop ideas and techniques for helping clients reach their goals.
Create and implement therapy programs that improve daily living performance and quality of life.
Administer evaluations and re-evaluations, analyze results, report findings, and formulate plans of care with long- and short-term goals.
Track and record client progress and goal mastery, and document clients’ progress, attitudes, and behaviors while maintaining confidentiality under HIPAA regulations and ethical standards.
Participate in reports and meetings concerning client progress and therapy-related disciplines and goals.
Educate families to support skill generalization and carryover.
Maintain professional and technical knowledge through workshops, publications, professional networks, and professional societies.
Attend continuing education programs to monitor proficiency, expand knowledge, and enhance professional excellence.
Share knowledge and provide clinical orientation to other staff members.
For supervisors: carry out supervision and assist COTAs in administering treatment, including reviewing and signing daily SOAP notes and providing weekly direct and indirect supervision.

Benefits

Flexible, customizable scheduling with options for two, three, or five days per week.
Assessment/testing and materials provided for evaluators.
Therapy materials support and on-site Therapy Technicians to assist with material creation and general therapeutic assistance.
Continuing education opportunities and certification training.
Paid mentorship program for professional growth and in-depth training.
Facility therapy dog available for use during sessions.
Administrative support with scheduling, billing, and related tasks.
Opportunities for growth and leadership.
Sign-on bonus subject to stated qualifications.
Additional weekly compensation for supervising each assistant.