• Occupational Therapist - ST

    Amergis (Fillmore, CA)


    Occupational Therapist (OT) – School Setting

     

    Start Date: January 5, 2026

     

    Contract Length: 20 weeks (through end of school year)

     

    Schedule: Full-time, 40 hours/week (AM shift)

     

    Setting: In-person only

    Position Overview

    The Occupational Therapist (OT) will be responsible for:

    + Performing student evaluations

    + Developing and implementing therapy services

    + Documenting services in accordance with individualized plans of care

     

    You will work with students ranging from preschool to post-secondary, supporting mild to severe needs. A COTA will assist, but please note the caseload is approximately 70 students.

    Minimum Requirements

    + Current CA Occupational Therapist license

    + At least 1 year of professional OT experience (school experience preferred)

    + Compliance with all professional standards of practice

    + Current CPR certification (if applicable)

    + TB questionnaire, PPD or chest X-ray (if applicable)

    + Current health certificate (per contract or state regulation)

    + Must meet all federal, state, and local requirements

    + Must be at least 18 years of age

    Compensation

    + Local Pay: $75–$80/hour

    + Travel Package: $3,539/week gross

    Additional Details

    + Grade Levels: Preschool – Post-secondary

    + Classroom Setting: Mild to severe needs

    + Guaranteed Hours: 40/week

     

    Interested? Apply today or contact National Recruitment Manager, Erika Schweitzer at [email protected] or 813-261-4385.

     

    Benefits

    At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:

    + Competitive pay & weekly paychecks

    + Health, dental, vision, and life insurance

    + 401(k) savings plan

    + Awards and recognition programs

    *Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.

     

    About Amergis

     

    Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.

     

    Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.