Occupational Therapist (OT) – Pediatric Clinic

MedCare Pediatric · Houston, TX Full Time
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Job Description

At MedCare Pediatric , we are dedicated to providing personalized, one-on-one care that empowers children to reach their full potential. Our mission is rooted in understanding each child’s unique needs and creating tailored therapy plans to support their growth. By fostering strong partnerships with families and ensuring therapists have the resources they need, we prioritize meaningful, lasting outcomes for every child we serve. As an Occupational Therapist, you’ll work in an environment designed for focus and impact. With a structured schedule that allows time for individualized care and thorough documentation, you can fully dedicate yourself to the children and families you support. Collaboration and professional growth are core to our team, and you’ll have opportunities to collaborate with colleagues while making a difference every day. Join our team and bring your passion for helping children thrive! Apply today to be part of a community that values your expertise and prioritizes the lives we touch together. Occupational Therapist Qualifications & Responsibilities: Master’s Degree from an accredited school of Occupational Therapy Texas Occupational Therapy License (or able to option before anticipated start date) 1 year of experience preferred but new graduates are welcome to apply Bilingual in Spanish and English preferred Conduct thorough patient evaluations and create tailored treatment goals to enhance functional abilities. Administer occupational therapy services to improve skills like range of motion, strength, coordination, and activities of daily living. Train and support families with techniques and strategies to reinforce therapy goals at home. Work closely with interdisciplinary teams to ensure quality care; supervision of assistants is a plus. Occupational Therapist Benefits & Schedule: Full-Time Positions with Monday-Friday Availability Schedule flexibility with 4 - 10’s, 5 - 8’s Compensation Options with hourly, salary or per visit Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Short-Term, and Long-Term Disability Insurance Options Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, and a Paid Birthday Off 401(k) Plan Professional License and CEU Reimbursements Employee Referral Bonus Program One-on-One Patient Care in a Collaborative Environment Flexible Shifts and Scheduling to Fit Your Lifestyle Mentorship Program and Growth Opportunities Supportive Administrative Team Care Coach Available for personal and professional growth We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

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What Most Job Listings Don’t Tell You

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.

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