Pediatric Occupational Therapy Assistant – Outpatient Care

CommUnityCare Health Centers; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

CommUnityCare Health Centers in Texas seeks a Pediatric Occupational Therapy Assistant to provide outpatient care for birth through 21 years in a nonprofit clinic setting.

You will work under an OT, delivering targeted pediatric interventions, educating caregivers, and documenting progress in Epic. The role emphasizes teamwork, caseload management, and ongoing professional development to support patient-centered care.

Qualifications

• Complete Accredited OTA Program from AOTA-certified school or pass NBCOT COTA exam.
• Active OT/OTA licensure in Texas.
• Experience with pediatric populations and clinic-based care is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical treatment to improve client occupational performance under supervision.
• Deliver pediatric interventions addressing ADL, development, sensory, cognition, and social skills.
• Educate and train caregivers on plans of care and progress.
• Document progress in Epic software in a timely manner.
• Maintain caseload and equipment, ensuring a clean, safe environment.
• Collaborate with OT team during observations and meetings to enhance care.
• Maintain ongoing professional knowledge through continuing education.

Skills

Pediatric OT

Consultation

Interventions

Developmental disorders

ASD/ADHD knowledge

Clinical reasoning

Communication

Time management

Team collaboration

PCMH understanding

Education

Accredited OTA program

NBCOT COTA exam

Tools

Epic

Job description

CommUnityCare Health Centers in Texas seeks a Pediatric Occupational Therapy Assistant to provide outpatient care for birth through 21 years in a nonprofit clinic setting.

You will work under an OT, delivering targeted pediatric interventions, educating caregivers, and documenting progress in Epic. The role emphasizes teamwork, caseload management, and ongoing professional development to support patient-centered care.