Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant
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Starting at $45/hr
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Job Description
- Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA)
- Premier Pediatric Therapy
- Location: Longview, TX/Gilmer, TX
- PRN | Part-Time | Flexible Scheduling Options
- Pay: Starting at $45.00 per session
At Premier Pediatric Therapy, we believe therapy should feel like magic - full of smiles, small victories, and big breakthroughs. We're a best-in-class Care Hub providing in-home pediatric therapy services that help children grow in confidence, skills, and independence.
We're on a mission to create a world where every child feels seen, supported, and celebrated. And we need passionate Occupational Therapy Assistants (OTAs) like YOU to make that happen!
Why You'll Love Working With Us
Whole-Child Approach: Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to support the emotional, physical, social, and developmental needs of each child.
- Fun, Family-Like Culture: We combine clinical excellence with heart, laughter, and a true team spirit.
- Growth & Learning: Ongoing professional development, mentorship, and continuing education opportunities.
What You'll Do
- Provide engaging, evidence-based occupational therapy under the supervision of an OTR
- Help children develop the skills they need for play, school, and daily life
- Communicate and collaborate closely with families and fellow clinicians
- Celebrate progress, big and small, every step of the way
What We're Looking For
- Certified and licensed Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) in the state of Texas.
- Experience or strong interest in pediatrics
- A heart for kids and a playful, positive attitude
- Team spirit and excellent communication skills
Our Benefits
- Referral Bonuses
- Flexible Schedules
- Competitive Rates
Travel Stipends
Ready to help kids thrive through therapy that feels like fun? Apply today and become part of the Premier Pediatric Therapy family!
Equal Opportunity Employer
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, pregnancy, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, disability status, protected veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other legally protected status. Premier Pediatric Therapy is an Equal Opportunity Employer for Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans.
Key Responsibilities
Provide engaging, evidence-based occupational therapy services to children under the supervision of an OTR. Collaborate with families and interdisciplinary team members to support the developmental and physical needs of each child.
Requirements
Must be a certified and licensed Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) in the state of Texas. Experience or a strong interest in pediatrics is required.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
Key Skills
Occupational Therapist Career Context
In Texas, the Occupational Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$94k (285 salary observations; 2,591 listings), vs ~$97k nationally (6,856 salary observations; 26,330 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-01-01 through 2026-10-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.
The cost-of-living index for Texas is 97.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$94k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $96k in an average-cost state. 57.7% of Texas clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Texas vs national | $94k median in Texas | $97k nationally (−3%)285 state / 6,856 national salary observations |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$96k in purchasing power | Texas index 97.1 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Occupational Therapy listings in Texas | 959 active | 9,404 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026 |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | Texas Occupational Therapist listings: 9% state a sign-on bonus (median $5k) · 6% offer loan repayment1,139 active listings, Oct 2026 |
| Occupational Therapy pay trend | +1.5% vs prior quarter | —through Sep 2026 |
Location & Logistics
Texas has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. At the posted ~$94k midpoint, that is roughly $4k–$7k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.
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