Local Contract Occupational Therapist - $60-65 per hour

RCM Healthcare Services; Winchester (NH); On-site; USD 83,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Per Diem / Temporary (Hourly) Roles

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Company-paid Life/AD&D and Long-Term (

Paid sick leave where applicable

401(k) plan

Job summary

RCM HealthCare Travel in Winchester, NH is seeking an Occupational Therapist for a local contract in a school setting, starting ASAP for a 13-week assignment. The role involves direct student assessment, collaboration with teachers and families, and participation in IEP meetings.

The OT will document progress, coordinate with the broader academic team, and provide therapies to support student goals within a school day framework.

Qualifications

• Must have NH Occupational Therapy licensure.
• Experience collaborating with teachers and parents to develop plans.
• Ability to prepare evaluations, progress notes, and IEP-related documentation.
• Strong communication skills with staff, parents, students, and outside professionals.

Responsibilities

• Assess students' fine motor and developmental skills to determine deficits and plan services.
• Consult with teachers, parents, and staff to develop plans and recommendations.
• Lead and document IEP meetings and parent conferences.
• Instruct students to implement remediation plans for functional limitations.
• Prepare written reports and progress notes for stakeholders.
• Present therapy-related information to teams for feedback.
• Conduct RTIs to implement remediation plans.
• Screen students for further assessment needs.
• Assist other staff as needed.
• Attend site meetings and credential-related sessions.
• Supervise district COTA.

Skills

Assessment planning

IEP collaboration

Documentation

Communication with families

Education

OT licensure NH

Job description

Job Description & Requirements

RCM HealthCare Travel is seeking a local contract Occupational Therapist for a local contract job in Winchester, New Hampshire.

Job Details

• Specialty: Occupational Therapist
• Discipline: Therapy
• Start Date: ASAP
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 7 hours, days
• Employment Type: Local Contract

Hourly Rate

$60-65

Location

Winchester/Hinsdale NH; Onsite – School Setting

Job Responsibilities / Requirements

• Assesses students' fine motor skills and development skills (e.g. perceptual-motor, motor coordination, sensory development, muscle strength, etc.) for the purpose of determining their deficits and developing recommendations.
• Consults with teachers, parents, other personnel and/or outside professionals for the purpose of providing requested information, developing plans for services and/or making recommendations.
• Facilitates meetings (e.g. IEP conferences, parent meetings, in-services, etc.) for the purpose of developing plans and/or providing information regarding students' functional goals.
• Instructs students for the purpose of implementing plans for remediation of functional limitations.
• Prepares documentation (e.g. evaluations, observations, progress, contacts with parents, teachers and outside professionals, etc.) for the purpose of providing written support, developing recommendations and/or conveying information.
• Presents information on various topics related to professional expertise in occupational therapy for the purpose of communicating information and gaining feedback on treatment issues.
• Conducts RTIs for the purpose of implementing plans for remediations of functional limitations
• Screens students for the purpose of determining the need for further individualized assessment.
• Assists other personnel as may be required for the purpose of supporting them in the completion of their work activities.
• Participates in various meetings (e.g. parent conferences, in-service training, site meetings, etc.) for the purpose of receiving and/or providing information and/or meeting credential requirements.
• Supervision of district COTA

Schedule / Shift

• Shift details: School Day Schedule
• Hours per week: 30 hours per week
• Contract length: School Year

Required Qualifications

Experience Required: Prior job-related experience.

Skills, Knowledge and/or Abilities Required

• Skills to apply assessment techniques and treatment modalities and communicate effectively.
• Knowledge of assessment techniques and treatment modalities, relevant education codes, state and district policies, and child development patterns.
• Abilities to complete a case study and develop an individual education plan; work independently, be flexible and work under time constraints, work effectively with staff, parents, students, and community. Significant physical abilities include lifting/carrying/pushing/pulling, reaching/handling/fingering, talking/hearing conversations, near/far visual acuity/visual accommodation.

Licenses, Certifications, and/or Testing Required

Licensure for NH Occupational Therapy, Valid Driver's License.

Benefits

• Per Diem / Temporary (Hourly) Roles
• Comprehensive benefits that include medical, dental, and vision
• Company-paid Basic Life/AD&D and Long-Term Disability for employees working 30+ hours/week
• Paid sick leave may be available based on hours worked and state laws
• Benefit offerings are subject to legal requirements, eligibility status, and work location
• Employees 21+ can participate in the 401(k) Savings Plan

About Us

RCM Healthcare Services works with professionals across schools, healthcare, and community-based settings nationwide. We support both contract and direct hire opportunities, connecting people early in their careers and experienced professionals to roles that align with their experience and preferences.

With more than 50 years of staffing experience, our team understands the environments you’re stepping into and what it takes to be successful in them. We stay closely involved from first conversation through placement, with consistent communication, a reliable point of contact, and follow-through at every step.

We’re committed to caring for the professionals we work with and the communities they support, and offer competitive pay and benefits designed to support your well‑being.

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RCM HealthCare Travel Job ID #330003. Posted job title: Occupational Therapist (OT)

About RCM HealthCare Travel

RCM Health Care Services’mission is to provide opportunities for qualified candidates across medical professions. We deliver timely results and have built a reputation of trust with our clients and candidates. Since 1975, we have been providing staffing solutions to many of the finest healthcare institutions across the nation and careers for thousands of candidates. As professional career opportunity matchmakers, we follow up and follow through to help our clients and candidates to reach their career and life goals.

We proudly hold the Joint Commission Gold Seal of Approval as well.