Occupational Therapist - School

About the Role:

We’re looking for a compassionate and dedicated Occupational Therapist to join our school-based team. In this role, you’ll support students across grades K–12 by helping them build the skills they need to thrive academically, socially, and independently. You’ll conduct evaluations, develop individualized plans of care, provide therapy services, and document progress—all while collaborating with educators and families to create meaningful outcomes.

What You’ll Do:

• Perform student evaluations and develop individualized plans of care

• Provide direct therapy services aligned with each student’s goals

• Document services and progress clearly and accurately

• Collaborate with teachers, staff, and families to support student success

• Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local regulations

• Uphold professional standards of practice

Minimum Requirements:

• Current licensure as an Occupational Therapist in the State of practice

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

• Complies with all relevant professional standards of practice

• Current CPR 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.

Job Category: Education

Job Function: Education | Occupational Therapist | Occupational Therapist School

Job Type: Contract - Full Time

Setting: Schools

Position Type: Healthcare

Office Number: 0680

Contract Duration: 36

Pay Rate: $2437 / Week

Date Posted: 2026-06-29T15:01:57