Pediatric Occupational Therapist (OT or COTA)

Connect Pediatrics; Prosper (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mileage Stipend

401K

Disability Insurance

Paid Training

Chromebook

Medical Insurance (full-time)

Job summary

Connect Pediatrics in Prosper, Texas, seeks a Pediatric Occupational Therapist (OT) or Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) for in-home pediatric therapy. You will assess and treat children, coordinate with a multidisciplinary team, and maintain detailed documentation to support patient progress.

The position emphasizes collaboration with families and clinicians, flexible scheduling, and growth through one-on-one mentoring.

Qualifications

• Active Texas Occupational Therapist or OTA license required.
• Current BLS/CPR certification.
• Reliable transportation and clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive evaluations for pediatric patients (OT only).
• Develop and implement treatment plans per physician orders (OT only).
• Provide in-home pediatric therapy with diverse diagnoses.
• Communicate progress and goals to families regularly.

Skills

Pediatric OT

Education

Texas OT/COTA license

Tools

EMR

Job description

Connect Pediatrics is looking for a Pediatric Occupational Therapist (OT) or Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to join our team in the Prosper, Texas area. As a part of our team, you will play a vital role in collaboratively ensuring that pediatric patients receive comprehensive and well-coordinated care in the comfort of their own homes. Clinicians at Connect don't just provide treatments, they build lasting relationships with their patients and families.

Benefits (available for part and full-time):

• Medical Insurance*(full-time only)
• Paid Time Off*(full-time only)
• Mileage Stipend
• 401K
• Disability Insurance
• Paid Training
• Chromebook

Why Connect Pediatrics is the best place to work!

• Competitive weekly pay
• Flexible scheduling & clustered treatment areas
• One-on-one training and mentoring support
• Fully electronic documentation and admission paperwork completed by office team
• Community and Connection - A supportive work culture that values collaboration & teamwork

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive evaluations, using standardized tests to determine pediatric patients' needs for therapy (OT only)
• Use your clinical judgment to develop and implement relevant treatment plans aligned with physician's orders. (OT only)
• Provide in-home therapy services for pediatric patients with a wide range of diagnoses.
• Engage with patients' families, providing them with regular communication and updates on goals for their child.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, including other therapy disciplines, physicians, and nurses, to develop holistic treatment plans that address the diverse needs of each patient
• Maintain comprehensive documentation that reflects the care provided and communicates changes in treatment plans to the entire healthcare team.
• Actively participate in one-on-one meetings with team leads to discuss patient progress, share insights, and refine treatment strategies collaboratively.

About Connect Pediatrics:

Connect Pediatrics is a leading provider of pediatric home healthcare services for medically fragile and special needs children. What makes Connect special is our people and the people we serve! Our mission is to provide support and stability to families of medically fragile children by not only delivering exceptional care, but also creating a collaborative environment that fosters meaningful relationships. At Connect Pediatrics, we value the unique expertise that each healthcare professional brings, and our team works hard to carry out the values that drive us to succeed in fulfilling our mission.

Connect Pediatrics is an equal-opportunity employer.

Requirements

MUST have:

• A valid, active Occupational Therapy license and/or Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant license in the state of Texas
• Current BLS/CPR License
• Reliable transportation, a valid driver's license, and automotive insurance
• Pediatric experience is preferred but not required

Salary - Competitive per-visit compensation based on role, licensure (OT or COTA), and experience.