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Occupational Therapist (School-Based)

Local Opportunity | Tacoma, WA | 2026-2027 School Year

Make a meaningful difference in the lives of students while enjoying a consistent school-based schedule in Tacoma, Washington. We are seeking a dedicated Occupational Therapist to join a local school setting for the upcoming academic year.

Position Overview

The Occupational Therapist (OT) is responsible for conducting student evaluations, developing individualized plans of care, providing therapy services, and completing documentation in alignment with each student's educational and therapeutic needs. This role plays a vital part in helping students improve functional skills and succeed in the school environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform occupational therapy assessments and student evaluations

• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans

• Deliver direct therapy services in accordance with the plan of care

• Collaborate with teachers, families, and multidisciplinary teams

• Maintain accurate and timely documentation

• Ensure compliance with professional, federal, state, and local regulations

Minimum Requirements

• Current Occupational Therapist license in the state of practice

• One (1) year of professional Occupational Therapy experience preferred

• Adherence to all relevant professional standards of practice

• Current CPR certification (if applicable)

• TB screening (questionnaire, PPD, or chest X-ray as required)

• Current Health Certificate (per contract or state regulation)

• Must meet all federal, state, and local requirements

• Must be 18 years of age or older

Position Details

• Setting: School-Based

• Hours per Week: 37

• Contract Length: 42 weeks

• Client Interview Required: Yes

• Timekeeping System: MaxView Timeclock

Compensation

• Hourly Rate: $60

Why Join This Opportunity?

• Consistent weekly hours aligned with the school calendar

• Competitive local pay rate

• Opportunity to positively impact students' academic performance and daily functioning

• Supportive school-based environment with clearly defined expectations

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.

Job Category: Education

Job Function: Education | Occupational Therapist | Occupational Therapist School

Job Type: Travel

Setting: Schools

Position Type: Healthcare

Office Number: 0680

Contract Duration: 42

Pay Rate: $2479 / Week

Date Posted: 2026-04-27T20:48:05