Occupational Therapist Jobs in Fort Worth, TX
Occupational therapist jobs in Fort Worth are concentrated across healthcare systems in the Medical District, rehabilitation centers near the Cultural District, and pediatric and school-based settings in the Near Southside and surrounding suburbs. Employers hiring right now include Monkey Mouths, Collage Rehabilitation Partners, and Baylor Scott & White Institute for Rehabilitation. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Who We Are
JPS Health Network is a $950 million, tax-supported healthcare system in North Texas. Licensed for 582 beds, the network features over 25 locations across Tarrant County, with John Peter Smith Hospital a Level I Trauma Center, Tarrant County's only psychiatric emergency center, and the largest hospital-based family medical residency program in the nation. The health network employs more than 7,200 people.
Acclaim Multispecialty Group is the medical practice group featuring over 300 providers serving JPS Health Network. Specialties range from primary care to general surgery and trauma. The Acclaim Multispecialty Group formed around a common set of incentives and expectations supporting the operational, financial, and clinical performance
outcomes of the network. Our goal is to provide high quality, compassionate clinical care for every patient, every time.
Why JPS?
We're more than a hospital. We're 7,200 of the most dedicated people you could ever meet. Our goal is to make sure the people of our community get the care they need and deserve. As community stewards, we abide by three Rules of the Road:
1. Own it. Everyone who wears the JPS badge contributes to our journey to excellence.
2. Seek joy. Every day, every shift, we celebrate our patients, smile, and emphasize positivity.
3. Don't be a jerk. Everyone is treated with courtesy and respect. Smiling, laughter, compassion - key components of our everyday experience at JPS.
When working here, you're surrounded by passion, diversity, and dedication. We look forward to meeting you!
For more information, visit www.jpshealthnet.org.
To view all job vacancies, visit www.jpshealthnet.org, www.jpshealthnet.org/careers, or www.teamacclaim.org.
Occupational Therapist - JPS Main (Acute) - Days
Requisition Number:
45583
Employment Type:
Full Time
Division:
CLINICAL/PROF SERVICES - THERAPY
Compensation Type:
Hourly
Job Category:
Patient Care Support
Hours Worked:
8a-5p
Location:
John Peter Smith Hospital
Shift Worked:
Day
Job Description:
Job Summary: The Occupational Therapist evaluates and executes Occupational Therapy plan of care for patients in order to prevent illness and disability and restore function following and injury or illness.
Essential Job Functions & Accountabilities:
Addresses associated sensorimotor, cognitive and psychosocial components.
Participates in professional development and continuing education to ensure compliance with licensure laws.
Performs related tasks as needed to insure effective delivery of Occupational Therapy Services.
Performs comprehensive occupational therapy evaluations of patients referred by physicians and licensed providers, including assessment of ADL/IADL performance, functional mobility, upper extremity function, cognition, perception, and psychosocial status.
Develops and implements evidence-based plans of care consistent with physician orders, patient goals, and payer requirements.
Provides skilled interventions including ADL retraining, therapeutic exercise and activity, neuromuscular re-education, cognitive rehabilitation, splinting/orthotic fabrication, adaptive equipment training, and energy conservation techniques.
Modifies treatment plans based on patient response, changes in medical status, and progress toward goals.
Completes timely, accurate documentation of evaluations, daily treatment notes, progress reports, recertifications, and discharge summaries in the electronic health record per regulatory, payer, and organizational standards.
Documents medical necessity and skilled need to support reimbursement (Medicare, Medicaid, commercial payers).
Enters charges accurately and in accordance with CPT coding and billing compliance requirements.
Maintains compliance with state practice act, licensure requirements, Joint Commission/DNV standards, CMS Conditions of Participation, and organizational policies.
Provides patient, family, and caregiver education and training to support carryover and safe discharge.
Supervises certified occupational therapy assistants (COTAs), rehab technicians, and students in accordance with state practice act and accreditation standards.
Serves as clinical instructor for OT/OTA students as assigned.
- Job description is not an all-inclusive list of duties and may be subject to change with or without notice. Staff are expected to perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
Required Qualifications:
- One of the following qualification groupings is required for this position as indicated below:
- Master’s Science degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited University. Current licensure by Texas Board of Physical and Occupational Therapy Examiners.
- OR
- Bachelor’s Science degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited University.
- 3 plus years of experience working as an Occupational Therapist.
- Current licensure by Texas Board of Physical and Occupational Therapy Examiners.
- 1 plus years’ experience as an Occupational Therapist.
Location Address:
1500 S. Main Street
Fort Worth, Texas, 76104
United States
Who We Are
JPS Health Network is a $950 million, tax-supported healthcare system in North Texas. Licensed for 582 beds, the network features over 25 locations across Tarrant County, with John Peter Smith Hospital a Level I Trauma Center, Tarrant County's only psychiatric emergency center, and the largest hospital-based family medical residency program in the nation. The health network employs more than 7,200 people.
Acclaim Multispecialty Group is the medical practice group featuring over 300 providers serving JPS Health Network. Specialties range from primary care to general surgery and trauma. The Acclaim Multispecialty Group formed around a common set of incentives and expectations supporting the operational, financial, and clinical performance
outcomes of the network. Our goal is to provide high quality, compassionate clinical care for every patient, every time.
Why JPS?
We're more than a hospital. We're 7,200 of the most dedicated people you could ever meet. Our goal is to make sure the people of our community get the care they need and deserve. As community stewards, we abide by three Rules of the Road:
1. Own it. Everyone who wears the JPS badge contributes to our journey to excellence.
2. Seek joy. Every day, every shift, we celebrate our patients, smile, and emphasize positivity.
3. Don't be a jerk. Everyone is treated with courtesy and respect. Smiling, laughter, compassion - key components of our everyday experience at JPS.
When working here, you're surrounded by passion, diversity, and dedication. We look forward to meeting you!
For more information, visit www.jpshealthnet.org.
To view all job vacancies, visit www.jpshealthnet.org, www.jpshealthnet.org/careers, or www.teamacclaim.org.
Occupational Therapist - JPS Main (Acute) - Days
Requisition Number:
45583
Employment Type:
Full Time
Division:
CLINICAL/PROF SERVICES - THERAPY
Compensation Type:
Hourly
Job Category:
Patient Care Support
Hours Worked:
8a-5p
Location:
John Peter Smith Hospital
Shift Worked:
Day
Job Description:
Job Summary: The Occupational Therapist evaluates and executes Occupational Therapy plan of care for patients in order to prevent illness and disability and restore function following and injury or illness.
Essential Job Functions & Accountabilities:
Addresses associated sensorimotor, cognitive and psychosocial components.
Participates in professional development and continuing education to ensure compliance with licensure laws.
Performs related tasks as needed to insure effective delivery of Occupational Therapy Services.
Performs comprehensive occupational therapy evaluations of patients referred by physicians and licensed providers, including assessment of ADL/IADL performance, functional mobility, upper extremity function, cognition, perception, and psychosocial status.
Develops and implements evidence-based plans of care consistent with physician orders, patient goals, and payer requirements.
Provides skilled interventions including ADL retraining, therapeutic exercise and activity, neuromuscular re-education, cognitive rehabilitation, splinting/orthotic fabrication, adaptive equipment training, and energy conservation techniques.
Modifies treatment plans based on patient response, changes in medical status, and progress toward goals.
Completes timely, accurate documentation of evaluations, daily treatment notes, progress reports, recertifications, and discharge summaries in the electronic health record per regulatory, payer, and organizational standards.
Documents medical necessity and skilled need to support reimbursement (Medicare, Medicaid, commercial payers).
Enters charges accurately and in accordance with CPT coding and billing compliance requirements.
Maintains compliance with state practice act, licensure requirements, Joint Commission/DNV standards, CMS Conditions of Participation, and organizational policies.
Provides patient, family, and caregiver education and training to support carryover and safe discharge.
Supervises certified occupational therapy assistants (COTAs), rehab technicians, and students in accordance with state practice act and accreditation standards.
Serves as clinical instructor for OT/OTA students as assigned.
- Job description is not an all-inclusive list of duties and may be subject to change with or without notice. Staff are expected to perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
Required Qualifications:
- One of the following qualification groupings is required for this position as indicated below:
- Master’s Science degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited University. Current licensure by Texas Board of Physical and Occupational Therapy Examiners.
- OR
- Bachelor’s Science degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited University.
- 3 plus years of experience working as an Occupational Therapist.
- Current licensure by Texas Board of Physical and Occupational Therapy Examiners.
- 1 plus years’ experience as an Occupational Therapist.
Location Address:
1500 S. Main Street
Fort Worth, Texas, 76104
United States
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Who's Hiring
- Monkey Mouths42
- Collage Rehabilitation Partners42
- Baylor Scott & White Institute for Rehabilitation42
- Voyage Health21V
- JPS Health Network21
Occupational Therapist Jobs in Fort Worth: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a occupational therapist job in Fort Worth?
Fort Worth's strongest hiring comes from its large hospital systems, inpatient rehabilitation facilities, pediatric clinics, and public school districts in Tarrant County. Candidates with experience in hand therapy, pediatrics, or acute care stand out in this market. Focusing your search on the Medical District, Near Southside, and outlying suburban districts like Keller and Burleson, where outpatient and school-based roles concentrate, gives you a practical edge over applicants targeting the city broadly.
Which companies hire occupational therapists in Fort Worth?
Employers hiring occupational therapists in Fort Worth right now include Monkey Mouths, Collage Rehabilitation Partners, and Baylor Scott & White Institute for Rehabilitation, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. The local market is anchored by large hospital networks, long-term care facilities, pediatric specialty clinics, and the Fort Worth Independent School District and neighboring Keller and Crowley districts.
Are there remote occupational therapist jobs in Fort Worth?
Yes, but occupational therapy is largely a hands-on clinical role, so fully remote positions are rare. About 0% of occupational therapist openings tied to Fort Worth are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those tend to involve telehealth OT consultations, care coordination, or utilization review rather than direct patient treatment.
How can I get a occupational therapist job in Fort Worth with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path in Fort Worth is securing a fieldwork placement or post-graduate residency through one of the city's large hospital systems or pediatric clinics, which regularly take on new graduates. The Fort Worth ISD and neighboring school districts also hire entry-level OTs for school-based positions, where caseload support and mentorship are more structured. Applying to skilled nursing facilities in the Fort Worth metro is another consistent entry point for candidates building their clinical hours.
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