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MedCare Pediatric
Stafford, Texas

Occupational Therapist (OT) – Pediatric Clinic-Based Therapy

Occupational TherapistNo weekendsFull-Time

Compensation

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Job Description

Pediatric Occupational Therapist (OT) – Full-Time, Part-Time & PRN | Clinic & Home Health

Help Children Thrive. Grow Your Career with MedCare Pediatric.

At MedCare Pediatric, we are committed to providing personalized, one-on-one pediatric therapy that empowers children to reach their fullest potential. We believe every child deserves an individualized treatment plan designed around their unique strengths and needs. By partnering closely with families and fostering a collaborative team environment, we help children build independence, confidence, and lifelong skills.

As a Pediatric Occupational Therapist (OT), you'll work in a supportive environment that allows you to focus on delivering exceptional patient care. Our structured scheduling provides time for individualized treatment, documentation, and collaboration, so you can concentrate on making a meaningful difference in the lives of the children and families you serve.

Whether you prefer clinic-based care, home health, or a combination of both, MedCare Pediatric offers the flexibility, resources, and professional support to help you succeed.

Occupational Therapist Responsibilities

  • Conduct comprehensive pediatric occupational therapy evaluations and develop individualized treatment plans.
  • Provide evidence-based occupational therapy interventions to improve:
  • Fine motor and gross motor skills
  • Sensory processing
  • Coordination and balance
  • Strength and range of motion
  • Activities of Daily Living (ADLs)

Functional Independence

  • Educate and train parents and caregivers on home programs and therapeutic strategies.
  • Collaborate with Occupational Therapy Assistants (COTAs), Speech-Language Pathologists, Physical Therapists, nurses, physicians, and other healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive, family-centered care.
  • Supervise Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants (COTAs) when applicable.
  • Complete timely documentation while maintaining compliance with state and company standards.
  • Build strong, lasting relationships with patients and families through compassionate, one-on-one care.

Qualifications

  • Master's or Doctoral Degree from an accredited Occupational Therapy program.
  • Current Texas Occupational Therapist license (or eligible to obtain before start date).
  • Pediatric Occupational Therapy experience preferred.
  • One year of experience preferred; new graduates are encouraged to apply.
  • Excellent communication, organizational, and clinical skills.
  • Passion for helping children achieve developmental milestones and greater independence.

Why Join MedCare Pediatric?

  • Flexible Scheduling
  • Full-Time, Part-Time, and PRN opportunities
  • Clinic, Home Health, or Hybrid opportunities
  • Weekday, after-school, and Saturday schedules available
  • Flexible scheduling options including 4x10 or 5x8 workweeks
  • Compensation options available: Hourly, Salary, or Per Visit
  • Outstanding Benefits
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Paid Holidays
  • Paid Birthday Off
  • Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • Professional License Reimbursement
  • CEU Reimbursement
  • Employee Referral Bonus Program
  • Why Therapists Love Working Here
  • One-on-one patient care that allows you to make a real impact
  • Flexible scheduling that promotes work-life balance
  • Collaborative multidisciplinary team
  • Mentorship program for new graduates and experienced clinicians
  • Supportive administrative team so you can focus on patient care
  • Career growth and advancement opportunities
  • Care Coach support for both personal and professional development

Join Our Team

  • If you're passionate about pediatric occupational therapy and want to work for an organization that values compassionate care, collaboration, and professional growth, we'd love to meet you.
  • Apply today and help children build the skills they need for a brighter future with MedCare Pediatric.

Key Responsibilities

Evaluate children and develop individualized treatment plans, then provide evidence-based interventions to support motor skills, sensory processing, daily living activities, and functional independence. Educate families, collaborate with multidisciplinary care teams, supervise COTAs when applicable, and complete timely compliant documentation.

Qualifications

Education
Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)

Key Skills

Individualized Treatment PlanningFine Motor SkillsCaregiver EducationCOTA SupervisionClinical DocumentationInterdisciplinary Collaboration

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Occupational Therapist (OT) – Pediatric Clinic-Based Therapy at MedCare Pediatric a 6.3 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 25% in Pediatrics (Occupational Therapy) — ranked against 700 active Pediatrics (Occupational Therapy) listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no weekend requirements.

Pediatrics — Occupational Therapist Career Context

MedCare Pediatric holds silver-tier status on WeekdayDoc's Top Employers work-life index, composite score 76/100, 5 active listings.

Of the 50 active Pediatrics listings this role was benchmarked against, 2% are remote, 40% have no call, 60% require no weekends.

Pediatrics by the numbers
MeasureThis jobMarket
Work-life score6.3 / 10 · top 25% in pediatrics (occupational therapy)ranked against 700 Pediatrics (Occupational Therapy) listingslisting-based score, 0–10
Cost of livingTexas index 97.1US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Pediatrics listings in Texas145 active703 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 2% remote · 40% no call · 60% no weekends50 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedTexas Occupational Therapist listings: 10% state a sign-on bonus (median $5k) · 6% offer loan repayment1,000 active listings, Nov 2026
New Pediatrics listings1,210 in the last 30 days738 the 30 days before (+64%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Pediatrics pay trend+2.0% vs prior quarter—through Oct 2026
MedCare Pediatricsilver tier, 76/100Top Employers work-life index5 active listings
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index (700 Pediatrics (Occupational Therapy) 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.

Top Occupational Therapist Jobs

49 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

49 jobs · 37 employers
11
<$95k
15
$95k-115k
9
$115k-135k
12
$135k-155k
2
$155k+

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

43 jobs · 37 employers
401k / retirement match
93% this job
CME allowance
60% this job
Sign-on bonus
30%
Loan repayment
12%
Relocation assistance
7%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

#1

Occupational Therapist (Home Health)

21st Century Home Health Services · Galt, California

$130k-$160k
#2

Occupational Therapist, OT, Flexible Schedule, Home HealthContract

Concierge Home Care · Melbourne, Florida

$70-$75/hr
#3

School-Based Occupational Therapist (OT)

$67-$73/hr
#4

Pediatric Occupational Therapist

up to $150,000
+ 47 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

median 4.8this job 6.3
Better work-life than 80% of Pediatrics (Occupational Therapy) listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 700 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • No weekends
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About MedCare Pediatric

Hospitals and Health Care
Stafford, Texas
51-200 employees

Benefits & Perks

Paid Time Off (PTO)
Paid Holidays
Paid Birthday Off
Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
401(k) Retirement Plan
Professional License Reimbursement

Living in Stafford

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$267k
Typical market rent
$1,568/mo
Residents’ average commute
26 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.

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