Occupational Therapist (OT) – Pediatric Home Health

Occupational Therapist Above average in Pediatrics (Occupational Therapy)No weekendsFull-Time

Listed compensation

$60-$70/hr

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Employment & setting
Full-Time
Call expectations
Not specified
Weekends
No weekends
Posted 24m ago · Verified live

Job description

Home Health Pediatric Occupational Therapist (OT)
At MedCare Pediatric, we're committed to transforming lives through compassionate, patient-centered care. As a trusted provider of pediatric home health services, we bring therapy directly into homes, daycares, and schools—where children feel most comfortable and supported. Our mission is to empower every child to reach their fullest potential by delivering exceptional therapy services grounded in integrity, collaboration, and clinical excellence.
As a Home Health Pediatric Occupational Therapist (OT), you'll provide personalized, one-on-one care in the environments where children thrive. Our flexible scheduling allows you to focus on quality patient care while maintaining a healthy work-life balance. You'll join a collaborative team that values professional growth and provides the clinical support and resources needed to make a lasting impact on the children and families we serve.
Sign-On Bonus Available for Part-Time and Full-Time Caseloads!
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Occupational Therapist Qualifications and Responsibilities

Qualifications: Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program Current Texas Occupational Therapist (OT) license by anticipated start date New graduates are encouraged to apply Pediatric experience preferred but not required Bilingual (Spanish) is a plus Previous experience supervising COTAs is preferred but not required Responsibilities: Perform comprehensive patient evaluations and develop individualized treatment plans and measurable goals Provide evidence-based occupational therapy services in accordance with physician-approved Plans of Care Address functional skills including fine motor development, sensory processing, coordination, strength, range of motion, self-care, visual-motor integration, behavioral regulation, and activities of daily living Monitor patient progress and modify treatment plans as appropriate Educate and train families and caregivers on therapeutic techniques and home programs Collaborate with physicians, therapists, and interdisciplinary team members to ensure coordinated, high-quality patient care Complete accurate and timely clinical documentation

Occupational Therapist Benefits & Schedule

Flexible scheduling with Full-Time, Part-Time, and PRN opportunities Gradual caseload ramp-up for new hires Manageable caseloads that support quality patient care Choose your own schedule and workdays Sign-On Bonus Dedicated support from experienced clinical supervisors and administrative staff Opportunities throughout Greater Houston and surrounding areas Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability options Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays Company-issued laptop Professional license reimbursement CEU reimbursement 401(k) Retirement Plan Employee Referral Bonus After-school and weekend stipends Non-taxable travel reimbursement Toy allowance Pay: $60.00–$70.00 per hour

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$60 - $70 an hour
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Key Skills

Pediatric carePatient evaluationTreatment planningStrength trainingCaregiver education

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Occupational Therapist (OT) – Pediatric Home Health 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 676 active Pediatrics (Occupational Therapy) listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no weekend requirements.

Pediatrics — Occupational Therapist Career Context

Of the 50 active Pediatrics listings this role was benchmarked against, 2% are remote, 62% have no call, 70% require no weekends.

Pediatrics pay on WeekdayDoc is up 3.2% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).

The cost-of-living index for Texas is 97.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$135k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $139k in an average-cost state. 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. At the posted ~$135k midpoint, that is roughly $5k–$9k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.

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Work-life snapshot

6.3/ 10
Listing-based score

Above average in Pediatrics (Occupational Therapy)

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About MedCare Pediatric

Hospitals and Health Care
Stafford, Texas
51-200 employees

Benefits & Perks

Sign-On Bonus
Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
Life Insurance
Short-Term Disability
Long-Term Disability
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Paid Holidays
Company-issued laptop