Occupational Therapist

Position Summary

The Occupational Therapist (OT) at Nexus Children’s Hospital provides specialized, evidence-based therapeutic services to pediatric patients with neurodevelopmental disorders and complex behavioral and medical conditions. This role requires advanced clinical reasoning, interdisciplinary collaboration, and a commitment to compassionate, patient-centered care.

Key Responsibilities

• Clinical Excellence

• Conduct comprehensive evaluations using standardized assessments
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans
• Deliver evidence-based interventions including sensory integration, behavioral strategies, and trauma-informed care
• Address motor, sensory, cognitive, and adaptive functioning
• Monitor progress and adjust treatment plans based on outcomes
• Utilize assistive technology and adaptive equipment to improve independence
• Manage complex patient populations with co-occurring medical and behavioral conditions

• Interdisciplinary Collaboration

• Partner with physicians, psychologists, nursing, and behavioral health teams
• Participate in treatment planning and care conferences
• Ensure continuity of care across all service areas

• Patient & Family Engagement

• Educate caregivers on therapeutic techniques and home programs
• Foster a therapeutic environment focused on dignity, autonomy, and growth
• Advocate for patient needs and access to resources

• Quality & Compliance

• Maintain accurate and timely documentation
• Adhere to AOTA standards and regulatory requirements
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and audits
• Supervise COTAs as appropriate

Qualifications

• Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Therapy required
• Master’s or Doctorate (OTD) preferred

• Experience

• Minimum 2 years of clinical experience
• Pediatric and/or neurodevelopmental experience preferred

• Skills

• Strong clinical reasoning and therapeutic communication
• Experience with sensory processing, behavioral interventions, and trauma-informed care
• Ability to manage complex behaviors and de-escalate crisis situations
• Strong collaboration and documentation skills

• Licensure & Certification

• Current Texas OT license (required)
• NBCOT certification
• BLS (American Heart Association or Red Cross)
• De-escalation training (within 30 days of hire)