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Job Title: Occupational Therapist (School-Based)

Start Date: ASAP

Hours per Week: 40

Schedule: Weekdays

Pay Rate:

+ Local Pay Rate: $75

+ Travel Package: $3,419/week

Position Overview

The Occupational Therapist (OT) is responsible for evaluating students, developing individualized therapy plans, delivering therapy services, and documenting progress in accordance with each student’s plan of care. This role plays a critical part in supporting students’ functional and academic success.

Key Responsibilities

+ Conduct comprehensive student evaluations.

+ Develop and implement therapy plans tailored to individual needs.

+ Provide direct therapy services in a school setting.

+ Maintain accurate documentation of services and progress.

+ Collaborate with educators, families, and other professionals to support student goals.

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.

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.