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MedCare Pediatric
Sugar Land, Texas

Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) – Clinic-Based

BCBAFull-Time or Part-Time

Listed compensation

$75k-$90k

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Job Description

Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) – Pediatrics Low Caseload (6 Clients) |Work-Life Balance Clinic-Based

$75,000 - $90,000 per year

At MedCare Pediatric, we are committed to delivering personalized, one-on-one care that empowers children to communicate, connect, and grow. Our mission is centered on understanding each child's unique needs and partnering with families to create individualized therapy plans that foster meaningful progress. By supporting our clinicians with the tools, resources, and time they need, we ensure the focus remains on creating lasting impacts for every child and family we serve.

Why BCBAs Choose MedCare Pediatric

At MedCare Pediatric, we believe exceptional clinical outcomes begin with supporting our clinicians. That's why we offer a low caseload of just six (6) clients, allowing you to focus on quality care—not productivity quotas. You'll have the time to build meaningful relationships with families, provide individualized treatment, mentor your team, and enjoy the work-life balance you deserve.

As a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA), you'll work alongside Occupational Therapists, Speech-Language Pathologists, Physical Therapists, and Nursing professionals in a collaborative, interdisciplinary environment focused on helping children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and other developmental disabilities reach their full potential.

Whether you're an experienced BCBA or looking for a long-term career home, MedCare Pediatric offers the support, mentorship, and professional growth opportunities to help you thrive.

  • Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) Qualifications
  • Master's Degree in Behavior Analysis, Special Education, Psychology, or a related field
  • Current Texas Licensed Behavior Analyst (LBA)
  • Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) certification through the BACB
  • Two (2) years of BCBA experience preferred
  • Strong clinical leadership, communication, and organizational skills
  • Passion for providing family-centered, evidence-based ABA therapy
  • Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) Responsibilities
  • Conduct Functional Behavior Assessments (FBAs) and behavioral evaluations
  • Develop individualized ABA treatment plans and Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs)
  • Provide clinical supervision, training, and mentorship to Registered Behavior Technicians (RBTs) and Behavior Technicians (BTs)
  • Mentor Behavior Analysts in Training (BATs) and BCaBAs
  • Monitor client progress through data-driven decision-making and adjust treatment plans as needed
  • Provide parent and caregiver education to promote success across environments
  • Collaborate with Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, Speech Therapy, Nursing, and other disciplines to provide comprehensive care
  • Maintain accurate clinical documentation and ensure compliance with BACB and organizational standards

Benefits & Perks

  • Low Caseload – Only 6 Clients
  • Competitive Salary ($75,000-$90,000 annually)
  • Performance Bonus Opportunities
  • Full-Time and Part-Time Opportunities
  • Flexible Scheduling
  • Excellent Work-Life Balance
  • One-on-One Client Care
  • Collaborative, Multidisciplinary Team Environment
  • Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
  • 401(k)
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Paid Holidays
  • Flex Days
  • Short-Term Disability Insurance
  • Long-Term Disability Insurance
  • Professional Development & CEU Support
  • Clinical Mentorship

Leadership & Career Growth Opportunities

If you're looking for a clinic where you can focus on quality care, maintain a healthy work-life balance, and make a meaningful impact in the lives of children and families, we'd love to hear from you.

$75,000 - $90,000 a year

Key Responsibilities

Conduct functional behavior assessments and develop individualized ABA treatment plans and behavior intervention plans, monitoring client progress and adjusting care based on data. Supervise and mentor behavior technicians and trainees, educate families, collaborate with other clinical disciplines, and maintain compliant clinical documentation.

Requirements

A master's degree in behavior analysis, special education, psychology, or a related field is required, along with current Texas Licensed Behavior Analyst status and BCBA certification through the BACB. Two years of BCBA experience is preferred, as are strong clinical leadership, communication, and organizational skills and a commitment to family-centered, evidence-based ABA therapy.

Qualifications

Education
Master's degree (postgraduate degree)
Experience
2+ years of experience

Certifications

Board Certification

Key Skills

ABA Treatment PlanningStaff TrainingInterdisciplinary CollaborationRegulatory ComplianceOrganizationFamily-Centered Care

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) – Clinic-Based at MedCare Pediatric a 6.0 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Applied Behavior Analysis — ranked against 2,517 active Applied Behavior Analysis listings on WeekdayDoc.

Applied Behavior Analysis Career Context

MedCare Pediatric ranks #13 of 15 employers hiring Behavior Analyst on WeekdayDoc by average advertised pay, and holds silver-tier status on the Top Employers work-life index, composite score 78/100, 5 active listings.

In Texas, the Applied Behavior Analysis weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$93k (183 salary observations; 788 listings), vs ~$93k nationally (1,641 salary observations; 6,193 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-02-01 through 2026-11-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.

Applied Behavior Analysis by the numbers
MeasureThis jobMarket
Work-life score6.0 / 10 · above average in applied behavior analysisranked against 2,517 Applied Behavior Analysis listingslisting-based score, 0–10
Listed pay$75k–$90kApplied Behavior Analysis median $90k (middle half $89k–$91k)20 comparable listings, Nov 2026
Texas vs national$93k median in Texas$93k nationally (about the same)183 state / 1,641 national salary observations
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$85k in purchasing powerTexas index 97.1 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Applied Behavior Analysis listings in Texas253 active2,582 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 46% remote · 38% no call · 72% no weekends50 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedTexas healthcare professional listings (all specialties): 71% state a sign-on bonus (median $10k) · 49% offer loan repayment276 active listings, Nov 2026
New Applied Behavior Analysis listings1,282 in the last 30 days576 the 30 days before (+123%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Applied Behavior Analysis pay trend+1.1% vs prior quarter—through Oct 2026
MedCare Pediatricsilver tier, 78/100 · #13 of 15 for payTop Employers work-life index5 active listings
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index (2,517 Applied Behavior Analysis listings), Top Employers work-life index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Nov 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Location & Logistics

Texas has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. At the posted ~$83k midpoint, that is roughly $3k–$6k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.

Top Behavior Analyst Jobs

44 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

44 jobs · 22 employers
11
<$100k
5
$100k-110k
13
$110k-120k
12
$120k-130k
3
$130k+

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

42 jobs · 22 employers
CME allowance
90% this job
401k / retirement match
90% this job
Sign-on bonus
67%
Loan repayment
57%
Relocation assistance
52%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

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Work-life snapshot

median 3.9this job 6.0
Better work-life than 70% of Applied Behavior Analysis listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 2,517 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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About MedCare Pediatric

Hospitals and Health Care
Stafford, Texas
51-200 employees

Benefits & Perks

Low caseload – only 6 clients
Competitive salary ($75,000-$90,000 annually)
Performance bonus opportunities
Full-time and part-time opportunities
Flexible scheduling
Excellent work-life balance
One-on-one client care
Collaborative, multidisciplinary team environment

Living in Sugar Land

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$313k≈ 4.2× annual pay
Typical market rent
$1,997/mo≈ 32% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
29 min
State income tax
None
Sources & methodology

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

Ratios use this listing’s gross annual pay. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.