Occupational Therapist

Watauga; Boone (NC); On-site; USD 71,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits

Job summary

Watauga County Schools in Boone, North Carolina seeks an Occupational Therapist to provide school-based therapy services for eligible students. Responsibilities include evaluating students, developing treatment plans, and collaborating with families, staff, and medical contacts.

Requires graduation from an accredited OT program and NC OT licensure; a Master's in Physical Therapy or 2+ years of experience qualifies.

Qualifications

• Graduation from a four-year accredited program of occupational therapy.
• Two years of experience or a Master's degree in physical therapy compatible with state licensure.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate students to determine need for occupational therapy.
• Develop therapy programs and routines for classroom/home adaptation.
• Provide direct service and/or consult with school staff, families, and medical personnel.
• Document planning and treatment activities and progress reports.
• Consult with parents and teachers; modify equipment/environment as needed.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy

Master's degree in Physical Therapy

Job description

Occupational Therapist

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Job Details

Job ID: 5940433

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Sep 25, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

An employee in this class provides specialized occupational therapy services for eligible school students. Work involves evaluating students to determine the need for occupational therapy; developing appropriate therapy programs, including routines for classroom and home adaptation; and providing therapy to students. Services include direct service and/or consultation with school staff, families, medical personnel, community agencies, and others as needed. Employee is responsible for documenting planning and treatment activities, preparing reports of students' progress, and consulting with parents and classroom teachers. Employee is also responsible for modifications or equipment and/or environment in in-service training. Problems that arise in the treatment program are expected to be resolved independently.

Graduation from a four-year accredited program of occupational therapy and two (2) years of experience or a master's degree in physical therapy, or any equivalent combination of training and experence which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. Individual must be licensed as an Occupational Therapist in North Carolina prior to employment.

Ten (10) month position with full benefits. Position beginsimmediately.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $6,961.21 Per Month

Job Categories: Student Services > Occupational Therapist

Contact Information

• Christy Parker
• 175 Pioneer Trail
• Boone, North Carolina 28607
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]