• Occupational Therapist - ST

    Amergis (Santa Maria, CA)


    Occupational Therapist (School-Based)

     

    Start Date: ASAP

     

    Contract Length: 22 Weeks

     

    Hours per Week: 20

     

    Interview: Virtual Interview Required

    Position Overview

    We are seeking a dedicated Occupational Therapist (OT) to join our school-based team. The OT will be responsible for conducting student evaluations, developing individualized therapy plans, delivering therapy services, and maintaining accurate documentation in accordance with each student’s plan of care.

    Key Responsibilities

    + Perform comprehensive student evaluations.

    + Develop and implement individualized therapy plans.

    + Provide direct therapy services to students.

    + Document all services accurately and timely.

    + Collaborate with educators, parents, and other professionals to support student success.

    Minimum Requirements

    + Current licensure as an Occupational Therapist in the state of practice.

    + One (1) year of prior professional Occupational Therapy experience preferred.

    + Compliance with all relevant 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.

    + Must be open to traveling between sites (within 15 minutes of each other).

    Position Details

    + Modality: Occupational Therapist – School Setting

    + Shift: Flexible

    + Pay Package:

    + Travel OT – Special Education:

    + Pay Rate: $33.50/hr

    + Meals: $644/week

    + Housing: $1,435/week

    + Total Weekly Package: $2,749

     

    Why Join Us?

     

    + Supportive school environment.

    + Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on students’ lives.

    + Competitive pay and benefits for travel assignments.

     

    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.