Pediatric Occupational Therapist
Listed compensation
up to $150,000
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Job Description
Pediatric Occupational Therapist
Job Overview
- Title
- Pediatric Occupational Therapist
What You’ll Do
- Provide skilled, compassionate therapy for children from birth to 21 with a range of physical, developmental, and sensory needs.
- Complete evaluations and create individualized treatment plans.
- Work closely with families to teach strategies that support progress at home.
- Keep accurate and timely documentation to ensure quality care.
- Collaborate with a caring, multidisciplinary team to guide each child’s journey.
Why You’ll Love Working with MGA
- Competitive Pay: Earn up to $150,000 annually with guaranteed pay options.
- Flexible Schedules: Build a caseload that fits your lifestyle.
- Career Growth: Ongoing mentorship, clinical training, and advancement opportunities.
- 1:1 Patient Care: Make a real impact through personalized therapy sessions.
Comprehensive Benefits
- Paid Time Off
- 401(k) with company match
- Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
Sign-On & Referral Bonuses
24/7 Clinical Support: You’re never on your own — our team has your back.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Doctorates degree from an accredited therapy program
- Current Texas Occupational Therapy License is required
- Pediatric Experience
- New graduates are welcome to apply.
- CPR Certification
- Valid driver’s license and insurance
Additional Job Description Information
Join a mission-driven team at MGA, where your passion thrives, and be part of an extraordinary effort making a lasting impact on our community! We’ve been at the forefront of transformative home healthcare for over a decade! Specializing in Private Duty Nursing, Skilled Nursing Visits, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, Speech Therapy, and Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) Therapy.
Proudly serving Arizona, Colorado, North Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, and Washington, MGA Homecare is more than just a workplace; it's a resource and a community dedicated to enhancing the well-being of those we serve. Come be a part of our exciting journey as we continue to redefine home healthcare with passion and purpose!
EEO Statement
MGA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.
Key Responsibilities
Provide skilled, compassionate occupational therapy to children from birth to 21 with diverse physical and developmental needs. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team and families to develop individualized treatment plans and support progress.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
Key Skills
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Pediatric Occupational Therapist at MGA Homecare a 6.9 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 on-call duties.
Pediatrics — Occupational Therapist Career Context
Of the 50 active Pediatrics listings this role was benchmarked against, 6% are remote, 42% have no call, 50% require no weekends.
Pediatrics pay on WeekdayDoc is up 5.9% vs. the prior quarter (through Oct 2026).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Work-life score | 6.9 / 10 · top 25% in pediatrics (occupational therapy) | ranked against 700 Pediatrics (Occupational Therapy) listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$154k in purchasing power | Texas index 97.1 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Pediatrics listings in Texas | 147 active | 710 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 6% remote · 42% no call · 50% no weekends50 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | sign-on bonus | Texas Occupational Therapist listings: 10% state a sign-on bonus (median $5k) · 6% offer loan repayment1,000 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| New Pediatrics listings | 1,236 in the last 30 days | 756 the 30 days before (+63%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Pediatrics pay trend | +5.9% vs prior quarter | —through Oct 2026 |
Location & Logistics
Texas has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. At the posted ~$150k midpoint, that is roughly $6k–$11k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.
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