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Job overview
Amergis is hiring an OT 26/27. The Occupational Therapist (OT) helps elementary students access education by improving functional, sensory, and motor skills. This role involves conducting evaluations, developing individualized therapy plans, and providing direct and consultative services. The OT will support a caseload capped at 55 students, making a meaningful impact in elementary school settings.
Key focus areas include Perform student evaluations to identify functional, sensory, and motor needs, Develop and implement therapy plans aligned with each student’s goals, and Provide direct OT services in elementary school environments.
Successful candidates bring Occupational Therapist License, CPR Certification, and TB Test. Important skills include Professional Standards Of Practice. Preferred (not required): Student Evaluations, Develop Therapy Plans, Implement Therapy Plans, and Direct OT Services.
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Full job description
?? School-Based Occupational Therapist (OT) – Elementary Focus ??
?? Location: Peninsula Region (Elementary Schools) ?? Hours: 37.5 per week ?? Contract Length: 38 weeks ?? Start Date: September 1, 2026 ?? Openings: 1 ?? Interview: Yes — with SPED Director
? About the Role
The Occupational Therapist (OT) plays a vital role in helping students access their education by improving functional, sensory, and motor skills. You’ll conduct evaluations, develop individualized therapy plans, and provide direct and consultative services — all while supporting a caseload capped at 55 students . This is a great opportunity for an OT who loves working in elementary settings and making a meaningful impact every day.
?? What You’ll Do
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Perform student evaluations to identify functional, sensory, and motor needs
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Develop and implement therapy plans aligned with each student’s goals
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Provide direct OT services in elementary school environments
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Document services according to each student’s plan of care
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Collaborate with teachers, SPED teams, and administrators
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Support a manageable caseload (capped at 55 students)
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Participate in IEP processes as needed
?? Minimum Requirements
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Current Occupational Therapist license in the state of practice
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One year of OT experience preferred
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Compliance with all professional standards of practice
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CPR certification (if applicable)
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TB test or chest X-ray (as required)
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Health certificate (as required)
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Must meet all federal, state, and local requirements
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Must be at least 18 years old
?? Compensation
- Local OT Rate: $72/hour
Benefits
At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:
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Competitive pay & weekly paychecks
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Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
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401(k) savings plan
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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: 38
Pay Rate: $2700 / Week
Date Posted: 2026-05-27T19:03:10
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