Occupational Therapist (OT or COTA)
About The Position
Connect Pediatrics is seeking a Pediatric Occupational Therapist (OT) or Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) in the Arlington, Texas area. The role provides in-home therapy to pediatric patients, including medically fragile children and children with special needs, and supports coordinated care in patients’ homes. Clinicians build relationships with patients and their families while collaborating with a multidisciplinary care team. The OT role includes comprehensive evaluations using standardized tests and developing and implementing treatment plans aligned with physician orders. The position also involves communicating with families, documenting care, collaborating with other clinicians, and meeting one-on-one with team leads to review patient progress and treatment strategies. Compensation is per visit and depends on role, licensure, and experience: $55.00–$100.00 per visit for OTs and $40.00–$45.00 per visit for COTAs. Pediatric experience is preferred but not required.
Requirements
- Hold a valid, active Occupational Therapy license and/or Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant license in Texas.
- Hold a current BLS/CPR license.
- Have reliable transportation, a valid driver’s license, and automotive insurance.
Nice To Haves
- Pediatric experience is preferred but not required.
Responsibilities
- For OTs, perform comprehensive evaluations using standardized tests to determine pediatric patients’ therapy needs.
- For OTs, use clinical judgment to develop and implement treatment plans aligned with physician orders.
- Provide in-home therapy services to pediatric patients with a wide range of diagnoses.
- Communicate regularly with patients’ families and provide updates on the child’s goals.
- Collaborate with other therapy disciplines, physicians, and nurses to develop holistic treatment plans.
- Maintain comprehensive documentation of care and communicate changes in treatment plans to the healthcare team.
- Participate in one-on-one meetings with team leads to discuss patient progress, share insights, and refine treatment strategies.
Benefits
- Medical insurance (full-time only)
- Dental and vision insurance
- Paid time off (full-time only)
- Mileage stipend
- Annual growth allowance (full-time only)
- 401(k)
- Disability insurance
- Paid training
- Chromebook
- Competitive weekly pay
- Flexible scheduling and clustered treatment areas
- One-on-one training and mentoring support
- Fully electronic documentation and admission paperwork completed by the office team
- Supportive work culture that values collaboration and teamwork
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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