Occupational Therapist School Setting in Atlanta, GA

Job Description

Job Description

Step into an impactful role supporting students as a contract Occupational Therapist in the Atlanta area. This opportunity allows you to apply your expertise in various settings while helping children achieve their personal and educational goals.

Your experience with school-based OT, as well as familiarity with home health environments, will allow you to address diverse needs, collaborating closely with teachers, families, and fellow specialists. You’ll work with a range of cases—fostering student independence, adapting curriculum access, and crafting therapy plans that maximize abilities.

Key Qualifications:

• Active Occupational Therapist license for the state of Georgia
• Background in school-based occupational therapy
• Experience in home health and general healthcare OT settings
• Strong communication, collaboration, and documentation skills
• Ability to develop individualized education plans (IEPs) and adapt interventions
• Passion for helping students reach developmental and functional milestones

Responsibilities:

• Assess students to determine individual needs and appropriate OT interventions
• Design, implement, and update treatment plans that promote academic participation and daily living skills
• Work closely with educational staff, families, and outside providers
• Document evaluations, treatments, and progress per school and health standards
• Support inclusive practices and adapt classroom materials as needed
• Participate in IEP meetings, delivering insights to align services with educational objectives

This contract position offers the unique blend of variety and stability—expand your clinical range while making a real difference in students’ lives. You’ll be welcomed by a collaborative environment, supportive resources, and meaningful work each day.

If empowering students through occupational therapy sounds like your next career step, take the leap today and submit your application. Experience the rewards of shaping brighter futures while advancing your professional journey.

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