Occupational Therapist

Cranial Technologies · Houston, TX Full Time

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Job Description

Cranial Technologies is the only company in the world completely dedicated to researching and treating plagiocephaly (commonly called flat head syndrome). With over 300,000 babies successfully treated, we are the plagiocephaly experts and the leader in pediatric cranial shaping orthoses. Cranial Technologies also provides treatment with EarWell ® to correct infant ear shapes without surgery. With over 600,000 successful outcomes, EarWell ® is a proven, non-invasive treatment option for families. We are currently looking for a full-time Clinician to join our team in West Houston, TX. This position is in a pediatric clinical outpatient setting, working exclusively with infants. If you’re looking for a new challenge and want to specialize in a non-traditional, niche area, Cranial Technologies may be the place for you. This is a unique opportunity to treat patients in a child-friendly, state-of-the-art clinic. As a Clinician, you will treat infants to reshape head shapes with the DOC Band ® and correct ear shapes with EarWell ® . Pediatricians and parents alike look to our Clinicians as the experts in evaluation and in treatment of plagiocephaly as well as conditions involving misshapen ears. Our treating Clinicians develop great relationships with our families at every stage of their treatment process. We hire from various backgrounds because each background is a great fit in its own way. PTs and OTs are an excellent fit with their background knowledge of symmetry and asymmetry, cervical anatomy, torticollis, and infant/toddler development. Registered Nurses are a great fit with their experience in hands-on patient care and compassion for families as well as their capability to treat the whole patient. Certified Prosthetist-Orthotists & Certified Orthotists are also a strong fit because of their hands-on experience with orthotics and direct patient care. A background in pediatrics is preferred, but not necessary as we have a formal training program that includes mentoring. What we have to offer: You will see visible, measurable changes in two to three weeks Traditional workweek schedule with no nights and minimal to no weekend work We value our employees and invest in their training and mentorship Direct patient care with minimal paperwork No productivity/patient quotas Cranial Technologies is a nationwide company with future opportunities available in training, mentoring, and travel Qualifications: Licensed OT 500 hours of basic orthotic fitting experience with off-the-shelf orthotic devices (e.g. splints, braces, maternity belts) * If you are unsure if you meet this requirement, please apply and we can discuss this with you further* Benefits Package for Cranial Technologies: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance 401k Retirement Plan with matching 3.5 Weeks Paid Time Off plus 7 company-paid Holidays Life Insurance Short/Long Term Disability Insurance Clinician Continuing Education Benefit & Licensure Renewal Fees Reimbursed The pay range for this position is $85,000 – $100,000. Pay is dependent on the applicant’s tenure in their field and relevant experience. This position is also eligible for q

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General overview for this role type — specific duties and requirements vary by employer.

Support roles in senior living — housekeeping, maintenance, activities, and social work — are far more resident-facing than similar positions in other industries. Housekeepers and maintenance staff interact with residents in their personal living spaces daily, which requires discretion, patience, and genuine respect for the people who live there. In Texas, even non-clinical staff must complete facility-specific training on topics like abuse prevention, infection control, and emergency procedures.

Activities coordinators and social workers play a direct role in resident well-being — isolation and depression are significant concerns in senior living, and programming that keeps residents socially engaged has measurable health outcomes. Maintenance staff in senior care need to understand life-safety systems (fire alarms, emergency generators, call systems) and are often the first responders for building emergencies. Background checks are required for all positions, and many facilities prefer candidates who have previous experience working with older adults.

What to Expect in This Role Day-to-Day

Based on typical senior living facilities in the Houston area.

For housekeeping roles, the day follows a room-by-room schedule — cleaning resident rooms, sanitizing common areas, managing laundry, and responding to spill or accident cleanups as they happen. Infection control protocols are more rigorous than in hotels or commercial cleaning, especially during flu season or respiratory illness outbreaks.

Maintenance staff handle a daily work order queue — everything from changing light bulbs and fixing call buttons to HVAC maintenance and plumbing repairs. Life-safety equipment checks (fire extinguishers, exit lighting, generator testing) happen on set schedules. Activities professionals plan and lead group programming — exercise classes, crafts, music sessions, outings — and also provide one-on-one engagement for residents who cannot participate in group settings. Social workers manage care conferences, discharge planning, family mediation, and community resource referrals. Across all these roles, the common thread is that you become a familiar, trusted presence in residents' daily lives.

Houston Area Salary Data

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, Home Health and Personal Care Aide positions in the Houston metro area earn a median wage of $10.97/hr ($22,818/yr). The typical range is $10.60 – $13.28/hr (25th–75th percentile).

Entry Level (10th) $20,613/yr

Houston Median $22,818/yr

Experienced (90th) $30,597/yr

vs. National Median -34.6%

Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics (Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX Metro Area). Salary data provided by Houston Senior Living Guide.