Pediatric Occupational Therapist - North Austin/Pflugerville, Texas

Company: THERAPY 2000
Location: Austin
Posted on: April 5, 2025

Job Description:

THERAPY 2000, a home-based provider of pediatric Speech, Occupational, and Physical Therapy services, has an exciting opportunity for a Pediatric Occupational Therapist to serve families in North Austin/Pflugerville, Texas and the surrounding areas. This Part-Time or Full-Time position is based in our Austin division.

Read on to find out what you will need to succeed in this position, including skills, qualifications, and experience.

In this role, you will have the opportunity to work with a diverse range of patients, including those who are bilingual. While this adds a layer of complexity, it also enriches your experience and allows you to develop valuable skills in cross-cultural communication. We offer resources and support to help you navigate these interactions effectively. If you're eager to embrace this aspect of the role, you'll find it to be a rewarding and growth-oriented experience.

What youll do:

-Perform comprehensive Occupational Therapy evaluations, using standardized tests to determine patients needs for therapy.
-Use your clinical judgment to develop and implement relevant treatment plans aligned with physicians orders.
-Develop home exercise programs in partnership with patients caregivers.
-Act as a vital member of your patients medical neighborhoods, collaborating and coordinating care between various providers and disciplines.
-Complete a minimum number of patient visits on a weekly basis as required by the agency.
-Meet deadlines for completion of patient chart updates, progress summaries, call logs, and all other paperwork as needed.
-Meet with agency personnel as necessary to maintain understanding of expectations and standards related to delivering high-quality patient care.
-Perform all duties in compliance with agency policies and procedures.
-Adhere to all rules, regulations, codes of ethics, guidelines and federal, state and local laws applicable to home-health pediatric occupational therapy.

What youll need:

-A current/active license to practice Occupational Therapy in the state of Texas.
-An innovative spirit complemented by a demonstrated history of reliability.
-Flexibility to shift resources and priorities as necessary, based on the needs of the business.
-Ability to use common workplace technology (laptop computer, phone, email, web browser).

Bonus points for:

-3+ years as a pediatric Occupational Therapist
-Experience in a home-health setting.
-Experience or certifications in feeding therapy or other clinical specialties (high-risk infant, etc.)
-Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Perks:
-Paid time off for full-time and part-time employees.
-Medical/Dental/Vision insurance for full-time and part-time employees.
-Access to innovative, relevant continuing education opportunities delivered in person and on-demand.
-Mileage reimbursement for travel between patient visits.
-Company-issued laptop computer.
-Company-sponsored 401k program.

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