Pediatric Occupational Therapist

Sevita; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$3,000 sign-on bonus for eligible full

Flexible scheduling

Vacation time and paid holidays

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Professional development resources

Employee referral incentives up to $5,

Job summary

Pediatric Partners, part of the Sevita family, is hiring Pediatric Occupational Therapists and Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants for in-home and clinic-based pediatric services in Dallas–Fort Worth. Flexible scheduling with full-time, part-time, and PRN opportunities and a $3,000 sign-on bonus for eligible full-time hires.

Grow your career with mentorship, therapist-led leadership, and strong support while delivering care in children’s natural environments and collaborating with families

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program.
• Current Texas Occupational Therapist license.
• Pediatric or home health experience is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized pediatric occupational therapy in the home or clinic setting.
• Evaluate children and develop individualized care plans.
• Implement treatment plans based on each child’s needs and family priorities.
• Address fine motor skills, sensory processing, and functional independence.
• Educate and empower parents and caregivers to maximize carryover between visits.
• Collaborate with caregivers and other members of the care team and complete timely documentation.

Education

Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program

Current Texas Occupational Therapist license

Job description

Dallas–Fort Worth

• Flexible scheduling

Pediatric Partners, a part of the Sevita family, provides comprehensive in-home and clinic-based therapeutic services for children and young adults. Our teams of compassionate pediatric experts help children with medically complex, developmental, behavioral, educational, or other needs learn the skills they need to thrive. We offer physical, occupational, speech-language and feeding therapy, as well as augmentative and alternative communication.

Pediatric Occupational Therapist or COTA – Home Health

Dallas–Fort Worth

Full-Time, Part-Time & PRN Opportunities

Growing Caseloads Available | $3,000 Sign-On Bonus for Eligible Full-Time Hires

Grow Your Career With Support at Every Step

Pediatric Partners is hiring Pediatric Occupational Therapists and Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants throughout Dallas–Fort Worth.

Growing caseloads are available in select DFW communities, with children and families ready to begin services in several areas. We will work with you to identify opportunities that align with your location, availability, experience, credentials, and preferred employment status.

Choose from full-time, part-time, and PRN opportunities while receiving support from an experienced, therapist-led team that understands the clinical and day-to-day realities of pediatric home health.

Why Clinicians Choose Pediatric Partners

• $3,000 sign-on bonus for eligible full-time hires
• Growing caseloads in select DFW service areas
• Full-time, part-time, and PRN opportunities
• Flexible scheduling
• Bonus opportunities
• Opportunities matched with consideration for your location and availability
• Experienced, therapist-led clinical leadership
• Tenured leaders who understand the needs of field therapists
• Multiple levels of clinical and operational support
• Mentorship for new graduates and clinicians transitioning into pediatric home health
• One-on-one care in each child’s natural environment
• Company-provided technology to support documentation
• Professional development resources with 1,000+ online training videos
• Employee recognition and referral programs

Independent in the Field—Supported at Every Stage

Home health provides flexibility and independence, but that does not mean you should feel like you are working alone.

Pediatric Partners offers multiple tiers of clinical and operational support. Our experienced therapists and tenured leaders are available to assist with clinical questions, documentation, family communication, navigating the home health setting, and professional growth.

Whether you are a new graduate, transitioning into pediatric home health, or bringing years of experience to the role, you will have access to support that meets you where you are.

Make an Impact Where It Matters Most

Our occupational therapy team helps children strengthen the skills they need to participate more fully in daily life, including fine motor development, sensory processing, self-care, coordination, play, and functional independence.

By providing therapy in the home, you can incorporate treatment into a child’s everyday routines while partnering directly with parents and caregivers to support meaningful, lasting progress.

What You’ll Do

Responsibilities will vary based on your role and scope of practice and may include:

• Provide individualized pediatric occupational therapy in the home setting
• Evaluate children and develop individualized care plans, as permitted by role and scope of practice
• Implement treatment plans based on each child’s needs, goals, and family priorities
• Address fine motor skills, sensory processing, coordination, play, self-care, and functional independence
• Recommend or implement therapeutic activities, strategies, adaptive equipment, and environmental modifications when appropriate
• Monitor progress and adjust or communicate recommended changes to care plans, as permitted by scope of practice
• Educate and empower parents and caregivers to maximize carryover between visits
• Collaborate with caregivers, ATPs, orthotists, physicians, and other members of the care team
• Complete accurate and timely clinical documentation
• Build meaningful relationships with children and families throughout their care journey

Qualifications

Occupational Therapist

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program
• Current Texas Occupational Therapist license
• New graduates may be considered based on mentorship and support availability
• Pediatric or home health experience is preferred but not required

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program
• Current Texas Occupational Therapy Assistant license
• Ability to provide treatment under the supervision and direction of a licensed Occupational Therapist
• New graduates may be considered based on mentorship and support availability
• Pediatric or home health experience is preferred but not required

All Candidates

• Current CPR certification or willingness to obtain it
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
• Ability to travel within an assigned service area
• Strong communication, organization, and documentation skills
• Dependable, compassionate, and family-centered approach to care

Benefits and Perks

Eligible Employees May Receive

• $3,000 sign-on bonus for eligible full‑time hires
• Bonus opportunities
• Flexible scheduling
• Vacation time, paid holidays, and sick time
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance for eligible employees working 32 or more hours per week
• 401(k) with company match
• Professional development resources
• Employee discount program with savings on wellness, fitness, travel, entertainment, and more
• Employee referral incentives of up to $5,000 for referring other full-time therapists

Benefit eligibility and availability may vary based on employment status and position.

Find Your Fit With Pediatric Partners

If you are an Occupational Therapist or COTA looking for flexibility, meaningful pediatric work, and a therapist‑led organization invested in your success, we would love to connect with you.

Help children build skills that last—and help families feel supported every step of the way.

Americans with Disabilities Act Statement

External and internal applicants, as well as current employees who become disabled, must be able to perform the essential functions of the position, either independently or with reasonable accommodation, as determined on a case‑by‑case basis.

Sevita is a leading provider of home and community-based specialized health care. We believe that everyone deserves to live a full, more independent life. We provide people with quality services and individualized supports that lead to growth and independence, regardless of the physical, intellectual, or behavioral challenges they face.

We’ve made this our mission for more than 50 years. And today, our 40,000 team members continue to innovate and enhance care for the 50,000 individuals we serve all over the U.S.

As an equal opportunity employer, we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law