Certified Occupational Therapist (Pediatrics & Autism)
AUTISTIC TREATMENT CENTER INC·Dallas, Texas
AUTISTIC TREATMENT CENTER INC·Dallas, Texas
The Occupational Therapist performs comprehensive patient evaluations and implements treatment plans to address fine motor, orthopedic, or neurological deficits. They also provide clinical supervision to staff and students while maintaining accurate patient documentation and safety standards.
Description Join Our Mission At the Autism Treatment Center, we're more than a therapy provider—we're a community dedicated to helping children and families flourish. Every session is an opportunity to build confidence, increase independence, and create brighter futures. If you're ready to make a meaningful difference while growing your career in pediatric occupational therapy, we'd love to hear from you.
Help Children Build Independence. Help Families Build Hope.
Join the Autism Treatment Center (ATC) and become part of a mission-driven team changing the lives of children with autism every day.
At ATC, we believe every child deserves the opportunity to reach their fullest potential. As an Occupational Therapist, you'll work alongside a collaborative interdisciplinary team to help children develop the fine motor, sensory processing, self-care, and daily living skills that allow them to thrive at home, at school, and in their communities.If you're looking for a career where your clinical expertise truly changes lives—and where you'll be supported by experienced professionals who share your passion—we'd love to meet you. What You'll Love About Working at ATC Meaningful work with children and families Collaborative team of Occupational Therapists, Speech-Language Pathologists, Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs), Physical Therapists, educators, and medical professionals Opportunity to build long-term relationships with the children you serve Professional development and continuing education opportunities Supportive leadership that values collaboration, innovation, and clinical excellence The opportunity to make a lasting impact every single day What You'll Do As an Occupational Therapist, you will: Complete comprehensive occupational therapy evaluations using standardized assessments and clinical observation Develop individualized treatment plans that address fine motor skills, sensory processing, visual motor integration, self-care, play skills, and functional independence Provide engaging, evidence-based occupational therapy services for children with Autism Spectrum Disorder and related developmental differences Collaborate with families, physicians, educators, and interdisciplinary team members to maximize each child's progress Educate parents and caregivers on strategies that support skill development outside of therapy sessions Complete timely and accurate documentation, including evaluations, treatment notes, progress reports, and re-evaluations Supervise Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants (COTAs) and OT students, when applicable Maintain a safe, organized, and therapeutic treatment environment Participate in interdisciplinary meetings, treatment planning, and quality improvement initiatives Stay current with best practices and continue growing professionally through continuing education and clinical collaboration
Who You Are You are compassionate, patient, creative, and energized by helping children overcome challenges. You enjoy collaborating with other professionals, partnering with families, and celebrating every milestone—whether it's tying a shoe, holding a pencil, tolerating a new texture, or gaining confidence in everyday activities.
Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program Current Texas Occupational Therapist license Current CPR certification Experience working with children is preferred Experience working with Autism Spectrum Disorder is highly preferred Strong communication, organization, and documentation skills Passion for helping children achieve greater independence and improve quality of life
Market context
Texas allied-health employers often look for CT technologists with current ARRT registration, Texas Medical Board CMRT, AHA BLS, and prior CT experience, so demand tends to favor candidates who already meet core credentialing requirements. These roles are competitive because employers need clinicians who can work independently, maintain imaging quality, and keep pace with patient volume. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to quickly confirm your credentials, then verify any state-specific licensing details before applying.