Occupational Therapist

Occupational TherapistFull-time

Compensation

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Job Description

Occupational Therapist - Join Our Team Today!

Do you love working with kids and young adults, empowering them to thrive and connect with the world around them? At Synaptic Pediatric Therapies, we're on a mission to transform young lives through compassionate care, individualized treatments, and collaborative teamwork. We're looking for passionate Occupational Therapists to join our dynamic, supportive, and inspiring team!

What You'll Do as an Occupational Therapist

As part of our caring OT team, you will:

Evaluate and treat diverse pediatric needs, including developmental delays, neurological conditions, sensory processing challenges, and more.

Develop individualized Plans of Care to help your clients thrive in daily activities like play, education, self-care, and social participation.

  • Collaborate with families for skill carryover and resources.
  • Stay current with professional development and evidence-based practices.
  • Maintain documentation, adhering to HIPAA guidelines and ethical practices.

Who You Are as an Occupational Therapist

You're a Compassionate and Skilled OT With

A valid Texas state license to practice Occupational Therapy and adherence to the Texas Practice Act & Rules and AOTA Code of Ethics.

  • Experience (or passion to gain experience!) working with children and families in a therapeutic setting.
  • A knack for promoting independence with gross/fine motor skills, sensory regulation, and cognitive development.
  • Skilled in promoting independence across gross/fine motor, sensory regulation, and cognitive development.
  • Strong documentation, communication, and organizational skills.
  • A commitment to professional growth and evidence-based practices.

Why Join Synaptic Pediatric Therapies as an Occupational Therapist?

We're not just a workplace; we're a team dedicated to making an impact. Here's what you can expect:

A Supportive Environment for an Occupational Therapist

  • Weekly (not daily!) notes deadlines, giving you flexibility between sessions.
  • A team that values collaboration, mentorship, and empowering its therapists.
  • Career development

Exceptional Benefits for Occupational Therapists

  • Flexible Schedule: Work Monday-Thursday, with Fridays reserved for make-up appointments.
  • Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • 25-day time-off bank + major holidays off.
  • PTO accrual program (average of 12-17 paid days/year).
  • CEU reimbursement and ongoing professional development opportunities.

State-of-the-Art Facilities for an Occupational Therapist

Private therapy rooms and access to a well-equipped OT gym.

Your own therapy materials budget to support your creative interventions.

Who We're Looking For as an Occupational Therapist

We want OTs who love working with kids and families as much as we do! If you're ready to bring your expertise, compassion, and creativity to our team, we'd love to meet you!

Ready to Start Your SPT Journey? Apply today!

Key Responsibilities

Evaluate and treat diverse pediatric needs, including developmental delays and sensory processing challenges. Develop individualized plans of care and collaborate with families to ensure skill carryover in daily activities.

Requirements

Must hold a valid Texas state license to practice Occupational Therapy and adhere to the AOTA Code of Ethics. Candidates should have a passion for working with children and strong documentation and communication skills.

Key Skills

Pediatric TherapyGross Motor SkillsIndividualized Plan of CareHIPAA CompliancePatient Evaluation

Occupational Therapist Career Context

The cost-of-living index for Texas is 97.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 57.7% of Texas clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Of the 50 active Occupational Therapist listings this role was benchmarked against, 2% are remote, 44% have no call, 72% require no weekends.

Occupational Therapist pay on WeekdayDoc is up 4.2% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Occupational Therapist at Synaptic Pediatric Therapies a 7.1 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as very good. This places the position in the top 15% of all occupational therapist listings evaluated on our platform.

Location & Logistics

Texas has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states.

Top Occupational Therapist Jobs

45 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution45 jobs · 36 employers

16
<$110k
10
$110k-130k
8
$130k-150k
7
$150k-170k
4
$170k+

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks37 jobs · 36 employers

401k / retirement match
95%
CME allowance
54% this job
Sign-on bonus
46%
Loan repayment
14%
PSLF eligible
11%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

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UCSF · Oakland, California

$67.06-$90.53/hr
#2

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$75-$90/hr
#3

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$64.05-$86.19/hr
#4

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$82.50 per hour
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Work-life snapshot

7.1/ 10
Listing-based score

Living in Arlington

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$291k
Typical market rent
$1,462/mo
Residents’ average commute
27 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
103.1
State income tax
None
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington, TX metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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About Synaptic Pediatric Therapies

Hospitals and Health Care
Richardson, TX
11-50 employees

Benefits & Perks

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
25-day time-off bank plus major holidays off
PTO accrual program (12-17 days/year)
CEU reimbursement
Professional development opportunities
Flexible schedule Monday-Thursday
Therapy materials budget
Private therapy rooms and OT gym