Occupational Therapist - Contract (Hourly)

Massachusetts Health & Hospital Association; Wyandotte (MI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health

Dental

Vision

Life insurance

401(k)

Welfare programs

Employee discounts

Job summary

Massachusetts Health & Hospital Association is seeking a dedicated Occupational Therapist to support students in a Michigan school setting, conducting evaluations, developing goals aligned with IEPs, and delivering direct and indirect services.

This full-time role pays up to $55/hour, is open to local candidates and travelers, and requires a valid Michigan OT license plus ability to collaborate with teachers, parents, and multidisciplinary teams.

Qualifications

• Valid Michigan Occupational Therapist license.
• Experience in school-based or pediatric settings preferred; new graduates are welcome.
• Strong collaboration, communication, and documentation skills.
• Ability to assess various developmental and sensory needs of students.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive student evaluations and develop tailored therapy plans.
• Collaborate with teachers, parents, and multidisciplinary teams to adapt learning environments and recommend assistive technology or sensory accommodations.
• Maintain accurate, compliant documentation and progress notes.
• Support students' participation and functional performance through therapy interventions.

Skills

Michigan OT license

School-based experience

New graduates welcome

Collaboration & documentation

Developmental/sensory assessment

Job description

Role Overview:

An Occupational Therapist (OT) is responsible for assessing students' fine motor, sensory processing, visual-motor integration, and daily living skills in a school setting. They develop, implement, and manage individualized therapy goals aligned with students' IEPs, providing both direct and indirect services to improve functional performance and participation in educational activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive student evaluations and develop tailored therapy plans.
• Collaborate with teachers, parents, and multidisciplinary teams to adapt learning environments and recommend assistive technology or sensory accommodations.
• Maintain accurate, compliant documentation and progress notes.
• Support students' participation and functional performance through therapy interventions.

Qualifications & Skills

• Valid Michigan Occupational Therapist license required.
• Experience in school-based or pediatric settings preferred; new graduates are welcome.
• Strong collaboration, communication, and documentation skills.
• Ability to assess various developmental and sensory needs of students.

Additional Details:

This is a full-time, school-based role with a pay rate up to $55/hour, serving students during the 2026-2027 school year. The position is suitable for local candidates and travelers.

• health
• dental
• vision
• life insurance
• 401(k)
• welfare programs
• employee discounts