Pediatric Occupational Therapist

Company: Ability Homecare
Location: San Antonio
Posted on: February 13, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Salary: Ability HomeCare is an example of excellence and has been providing quality services for over 17 years! We believe in being encouraging, uplifting, and remaining true to our mission of making a positive impact on all our patients and families we serve. We provide an exciting, creative, and rewarding workplace where Employees are our 1 asset! Ability HomeCare continues to specialize in Occupational Therapy services and we're currently looking for qualified Occupational Therapists to join our Team! Apply today and you too can be part of something GREAT! JOB SUMMARY: The Occupational Therapist provides comprehensive diagnostic services to patients referred for a possible dysfunction in the areas of fine motor development, orthopedic abnormality or neurological deficits. With physician referral and approval, treatment plans are implemented to address deficits identified in any or all of these areas. Goals are set to move the individual toward his or her maximum level of independence and/or function. The Occupational Therapist will also work closely with parents and other agencies in helping each individual child reach his or her maximum potential. Assures that occupational therapy services are provided in accordance with the standards of practice established by the state board and any federal or state laws related to occupational therapy. QUALIFICATIONS: Education - Masters degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited university or program. Current Texas License in good standing. PRIMARY JOB DUTIES: Evaluate children for occupational therapy needs and determine if they can be treated in the home or daycare environment. Evaluate other clinical needs, such as behavior issues, and make appropriate referrals to other agencies for assistance. Develop the Plan of Care in consultation with the physician and other care team members. Develop individualized objectives for the occupational therapy of each child. Reevaluate children to determine the need for continued services at a minimum of every 6 months. Evaluate the effectiveness and outcomes of care. Ensure that physician orders are followed in regards to weekly therapy frequencies. Prepares, maintains and processes required clinical, progress and supervisory documents, records and reports. Consult and coordinate care with other disciplines. Ensure appropriate discharge planning is completed. Maintains up-to-date knowledge of research, theories and practices associated with the Occupational Therapy profession. Makes recommendations to agency, therapists and therapy assistants regarding instructional materials and therapy aids needed to complete therapy. Provide direct and indirect supervision of COTAs as outlined by the State Board; Complete 90-day and annual evaluations for assistants under supervision. Participate in in-service programs.

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