Occupational Therapist

• Interdisciplinary collaboration
• Collaborate with physicians, psychiatrists, psychologists, nursing staff, behavior analysts, developmental specialists, and rehabilitation teams to ensure coordinated patient care.
• Participate in interdisciplinary treatment planning meetings and contribute to individualized care plans.
• Provide caregiver education and staff training regarding therapeutic strategies, sensory regulation, and behavioral supports.

• Patient advocacy & experience
• Foster a therapeutic environment that prioritizes dignity, autonomy, inclusivity, and family engagement.
• Educate patients and caregivers on treatment goals, home exercise programs, and adaptive strategies.
• Advocate for patient access to services, accommodations, and community resources.

• Quality & compliance
• Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant clinical documentation.
• Adhere to AOTA standards, hospital policies, payer requirements, and state licensure regulations.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives, peer reviews, audits, and outcome measurement programs.
• Provide supervision and support to Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants (COTAs).

• Professional development
• Maintain competency through continuing education, workshops, certifications, and professional development activities.
• Contribute to clinical education programs and mentor students or new team members.
• Support innovation initiatives designed to improve therapeutic outcomes for neurodiverse populations.

Qualifications

• Education
• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program required
• Master’s or Doctorate in Occupational Therapy preferred

• Experience
• Minimum of two (2) years of clinical experience required
• Experience in pediatric, neurologic, or inpatient rehabilitation settings preferred
• Experience working with neurodevelopmental disorders and behavioral health populations preferred

• Skills & competencies
• Advanced clinical reasoning and therapeutic use of self
• Strong understanding of sensory processing, trauma-informed care, behavioral interventions, and assistive technology
• Excellent communication, documentation, organizational, and collaboration skills
• Ability to manage behavioral crises using de-escalation techniques
• Proficiency with electronic health records and digital documentation systems
• Commitment to culturally responsive and inclusive care practices

• Licensure & certifications
• Current Texas Occupational Therapist (OT) license required
• Board registration in Occupational Therapy required
• Current BLS certification through the American Heart Association or American Red Cross required
• De-escalation training required within 30 days of hire
• All certifications and licensure must remain active and in good standing throughout employment

• Why join nexus?
• Specialized and mission-driven inpatient setting
• Collaborative interdisciplinary care environment
• Opportunities for growth, innovation, and continuing education
• Meaningful work with medically and behaviorally complex populations
• Supportive leadership and team culture
• Competitive compensation and benefits package

Join a team dedicated to helping patients and families achieve meaningful progress, improved independence, and a higher quality of life.