OT- Occupational Therapist-Austin
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Job Description
AIM — Be a Catalyst for Positive Change
Contract Opportunity
Occupational Therapist / OT (1099 Independent Contractor)
AIM (Assessment Intervention Management) isn't your typical services company. Recognized as a Best Place to Work, Top Workplaces honoree, Best Workplaces in Texas, and certified Great Place to Work, we've spent over a decade reimagining how special education services get delivered — pairing exceptional clinicians with purpose-built technology we design in-house. We build the systems that let therapists focus on what matters: students.
If you're a licensed OT who wants the freedom of independent practice with the backing of a creative, forward-thinking partner, let's talk.
Why Contract with Aim
True flexibility — You control your caseload, calendar, and workload. Take on what fits your life.
Innovative tools — Access to AIM's proprietary technology suite, designed to streamline documentation and therapy management.
A collaborative clinical community — Optional professional development and a network of experienced clinicians across 120+ Texas districts.
- Steady referral volume — We serve 200+ schools statewide, so the work is there when you want it.
- See our impact — Explore testimonials and our work at aimeducate.com.
Compensation
- Competitive contract rates commensurate with experience, paid per agreed terms.
- Engagement contingent on a background check clearing you to work in public school settings.
Scope of Services
- Provide school-based occupational therapy services consistent with each district's service delivery model
- Maintain accurate, comprehensive documentation of all services provided
- Provide clinical supervision to Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants (COTAs) as engaged
- Develop and deliver in-service and training sessions for staff and families
- Support OT students and affiliates as opportunities arise
- Ensure documentation meets Federal, State, and local funding and compliance requirements
- Support students with physical disabilities, including lifting, transferring, and positioning
Qualifications
- Degree in Occupational Therapy
- Active Texas OT license, maintained in good standing throughout engagement
- Valid driver's license and reliable personal transportation
Practical Notes
- Travel to multiple campus locations within your service area
- Physical demands include standing, stooping, bending, reaching, heavy lifting, and moderate carrying
Ready to Partner with Us?
Visit our website and apply online. AIM is proud to work with a diverse community of clinicians and welcomes applicants of all backgrounds.
Bring your expertise. We'll bring the innovation. Apply now.
Key Responsibilities
Provide school-based occupational therapy services and maintain comprehensive documentation for all student interactions. Supervise certified occupational therapy assistants and deliver training sessions for staff and families.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Occupational Therapist Career Context
In Texas, the Occupational Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$97k (118 salary observations; 1,260 listings), vs ~$97k nationally (3,066 salary observations; 13,376 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-01-01 through 2026-11-01; 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)). 57.7% of Texas clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Listed pay | not listed | Occupational Therapy median $125k (middle half $108k–$125k)19 comparable listings, Nov 2026 |
| Texas vs national | $97k median in Texas | $97k nationally (+1%)118 state / 3,066 national salary observations |
| Cost of living | Texas index 97.1 | US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Occupational Therapy listings in Texas | 934 active | 9,186 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 6% remote · 34% no call · 64% no weekends50 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | Texas occupational therapist listings (all specialties): 8% state a sign-on bonus (median $5k) · 6% offer loan repayment1,000 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| New Occupational Therapy listings | 3,221 in the last 30 days | 1,726 the 30 days before (+87%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Occupational Therapy pay trend | +2.9% 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.
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