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MedCare Pediatric
Stafford, Texas

Pediatric OT – Outpatient Clinic

Occupational TherapistNo weekendsFull-Time

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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

Conduct pediatric occupational therapy evaluations, develop individualized treatment plans, and provide interventions to improve motor skills, sensory processing, daily living activities, and functional independence. Educate families, collaborate with multidisciplinary care teams, supervise occupational therapy assistants when applicable, and complete compliant clinical documentation.

Qualifications

Education
Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)

Key Skills

Individualized Treatment PlanningEvidence-Based InterventionsFine Motor SkillsCaregiver EducationInterdisciplinary CollaborationCOTA Supervision

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Pediatric OT – Outpatient Clinic at MedCare Pediatric a 6.3 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Pediatrics (Occupational Therapy) — ranked against 639 active Pediatrics (Occupational Therapy) listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no weekend requirements.

Pediatrics — Occupational Therapist Career Context

In Texas, the Pediatrics weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$86k (50 salary observations; 271 listings), vs ~$90k nationally (479 salary observations; 1,465 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-03-01 through 2026-10-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.

Of the 40 active Pediatrics listings this role was benchmarked against, 40% have no call, 78% require no weekends.

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).

Location & Logistics

Texas has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states.

Top Occupational Therapist Jobs

38 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution38 jobs · 30 employers

16
<$115k
6
$115k-130k
7
$130k-145k
9
$145k-160k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks30 jobs

401k / retirement match
93% this job
CME allowance
60% this job
Sign-on bonus
40%
Loan repayment
10%
Relocation assistance
7%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

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Concierge Home Care · Melbourne, Florida

$70-$75/hr
#2

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Luna Physical Therapy · Chicago, Illinois

$68-$75/hr
#3

School Occupational Therapist (OT) - Manhattan

$75 an hour
#4

School Occupational Therapist (OT) - Brooklyn

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Work-life snapshot

median 4.8this job 6.3
Better work-life than 70% of Pediatrics (Occupational Therapy) listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 639 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • No weekends

Living in Stafford

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$270k
Typical market rent
$1,565/mo
Residents’ average commute
26 min
State income tax
None
Sources & methodology

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

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

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About MedCare Pediatric

Hospitals and Health Care
Stafford, Texas
51-200 employees

Benefits & Perks

Flexible scheduling
Full-Time, Part-Time, and PRN opportunities
Clinic, Home Health, or Hybrid options
Weekday, after-school, and Saturday schedules
4x10 or 5x8 workweeks
Hourly, Salary, or Per Visit compensation options
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Paid Holidays