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Occupational Therapist
Company : Catholic Health Initiatives
Location : Bryan, TX, 77802
Job Type : Full Time / Part Time
Salary : 35.53-52.85 HOUR
Date Posted : 5 January 2026
Job Summary and Responsibilities
Offering a $10,000 Sign on Bonus in addition to relocation to new hires who meet the eligibility requirements
Position will float to our 3 Critical Access Hospitals: Navasota, Caldwell and Madisonville (Primarily Navasota and Caldwell)
The Occupational Therapist (OTR) (IP/OP) delivers quality therapy services to patients by performing evaluations and developing individual treatment plans and goals to maximize functional outcomes in an IP/OP setting. The OTR implements the treatment program and reassesses treatment results. The OTR is responsible for maintaining standards of professional and ethical practice following the guidelines of the State of Texas Board of Examiners for Occupational Therapy.
Services are delivered within the framework of an interdisciplinary team approach, including the patient and significant others. These services are delivered in compliance with CommonSpirit, St. Joseph's mission, ethical standards, and policies and procedures.
Job Requirements
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor Degree In Occupational Therapy
- Licensed by the State of Texas in Occupational Therapy
- Certified by the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT)
- BLS CPR certified, American Heart Association
Minimum Experience:
Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Effective Communication
- Knowledge of the principles and skills of the clinical process to provide patient care and treatment.
- Critical thinking skills
- Demonstrates excellent interpersonal skills both written and verbal
- Basic Computer skills
St. Joseph Health – Bryan/College Station, Navasota, Caldwell, Madisonville, TX. Since 1936, St. Joseph Health has been caring for the communities in and surrounding the Brazos Valley. We have a Level III Trauma Center, the first Joint Commission certified Primary Stroke Center, and the first accredited Chest Pain Center in the Brazos Valley. St. Joseph Health is a leader in critical care and the largest provider of cardiovascular care in the region. As an integrated healthcare system St. Joseph Health includes a comprehensive network of over 100 employed providers including primary care physicians specialists and advanced practice clinicians. The network includes more than 30 ambulatory clinics featuring primary care, Express Clinics, and imaging and diagnostic services.
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Frequently asked questions
Bryan, TX has a growing demand for occupational therapists, especially within integrated healthcare systems like Catholic Health Initiatives. The competition is moderate, given the presence of multiple critical access hospitals, meaning candidates with Texas licensure and NBCOT certification have an advantage.
Besides the mandatory Texas state license and NBCOT certification, employers in Bryan value BLS CPR certification from the American Heart Association. This ensures therapists meet local healthcare standards and can respond effectively in emergency situations.
Strong clinical evaluation abilities, critical thinking, and excellent communication are pivotal. Occupational Therapists need to design individualized treatment plans that maximize patient outcomes, while collaborating effectively within interdisciplinary teams in hospital environments.
Occupational therapists in Bryan can advance into supervisory or specialist roles within healthcare networks like Catholic Health Initiatives. With experience, pathways may include becoming occupational therapy consultants or managers, contributing to program development and team leadership.
Therapists hired by Catholic Health Initiatives may float among three critical access hospitals, primarily serving Navasota and Caldwell. Flexibility to work across these sites enhances patient reach and broadens clinical experience in varied community hospital settings.
Yes, Catholic Health Initiatives offers a $10,000 sign-on bonus plus relocation assistance for eligible occupational therapists, reflecting their commitment to attracting skilled professionals to serve Bryan and surrounding Texas communities.
Occupational therapists in Bryan typically earn between $65,000 and $85,000 annually, depending on experience and credentials. With Catholic Health Initiatives’ incentives and the regional cost of living, compensation remains competitive among Texas healthcare providers.
Occupational Therapists in Bryan perform patient evaluations, craft personalized treatment plans, and closely monitor progress. Their work is deeply collaborative, engaging with patients and interdisciplinary teams to optimize recovery in both inpatient and outpatient settings.
Catholic Health Initiatives emphasizes ethical practice following Texas state guidelines and fosters a mission-driven environment. Therapists benefit from working in a network with advanced trauma and stroke centers, enhancing clinical exposure and professional growth.
Therapists may encounter the challenge of floating between multiple hospital sites, requiring adaptability to different team dynamics and patient populations. However, this also provides varied clinical experiences and opportunities to impact diverse communities.