Occupational Therapist OT

Ampersand Therapy; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 76,000 - 96,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid sick leave

Healthcare benefits

401(k) with company matching

Mileage reimbursement

Referral bonuses

Job summary

Ampersand Therapy is seeking a dedicated Occupational Therapist (OT) for a full-time position in Tacoma, WA for the remainder of the 2026–2027 school year. This onsite role involves supporting secondary school students and supervising a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA).

The candidate will provide OT services, conduct assessments, and develop individualized education plans (IEPs). Benefits include healthcare, paid sick leave, and 401(k) matching.

Qualifications

• Must hold an active Washington State Occupational Therapist license.
• Must be fingerprinted and cleared through the Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction (OSPI).
• Ability to supervise and collaborate with a COTA.

Responsibilities

• Provide school-based OT services, including assessments, treatment, and consultation.
• Support a secondary-school caseload.
• Conduct evaluations and prepare written reports.
• Participate in IEP meetings and develop appropriate IEP goals.
• Supervise and collaborate with a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant.

Skills

Active Washington State OT license

Supervisory skills

School-based experience

Job description

Job Title

Occupational Therapist OT Pay Range: $55-70/hour

Job Description

School-Based Occupational Therapist (OT) | Tacoma, WA | Full-Time | 2026–2027

Ampersand Therapy is seeking a passionate and dedicated Occupational Therapist (OT) to join our team for the remainder of the 2026–2027 school year in the Tacoma, Washington area. This is a full-time, onsite position supporting a secondary-school caseload and supervising a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA). Whether you’re an experienced school-based OT or looking to continue your career in a collaborative educational setting, we’d love to hear from you!

Job Highlights

• Location: Tacoma, WA area
• Position: Occupational Therapist (OT) – School Setting
• Schedule: Full-Time, Setting: Onsite only
• Caseload: Secondary students
• Additional Responsibility: Supervision of a COTA
• Start Date: ASAP
• End Date: June 23, 2027

Responsibilities

• Provide school-based OT services, including assessments, treatment, and consultation
• Support a secondary-school caseload
• Conduct evaluations and prepare written reports
• Participate in IEP meetings and develop appropriate IEP goals
• Supervise and collaborate with a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
• Provide guidance to support the consistent and effective delivery of services
• Collaborate with teachers, special education staff, families, and multidisciplinary teams
• Maintain timely documentation, progress notes, and service records

Qualifications

• Must hold an active Washington State Occupational Therapist license
• Must be fingerprinted and cleared through the Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction (OSPI)
• Ability to supervise and collaborate with a COTA
• Previous school-based or secondary-level experience preferred

Benefits

• Paid sick leave
• Healthcare benefits*
• 401(k) with company matching
• W-2 employment with general and professional liability insurance
• Reimbursement for licensure, CEUs, and other professional expenses
• Mileage reimbursement at the IRS rate between school sites
• Referral bonuses
• No non-compete clauses
• Paid time off for volunteer work and donation matching*

*Benefits apply to employees working 0.8 FTE and above, following a short waiting period.

Why Join Ampersand Therapy?

Ampersand Therapy is a local, women‑and‑therapist‑operated company founded by providers who understand what it’s like to work in schools. Our mission is to build a community of therapists who feel supported, appreciated, and empowered to make a difference. We proudly serve school districts throughout Western Washington and across several other states. You’ll work alongside a small, passionate team of school‑based specialists—some of whom are still active providers in schools themselves. We offer mentorship and ongoing support and are deeply committed to equity, sustainability, and community involvement.

Core Values

• Equity & Inclusion: Creating a diverse and inclusive environment for all
• Community Impact: Supporting nonprofits and empowering our team to give back
• Environmental Responsibility: Reducing our carbon footprint and supporting sustainable practices

Ampersand Therapy is an equal‑opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment and sense of belonging for all employees. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or any other protected characteristic.

About the Team

We're a small business, local to many of the areas we hire in, and are proud to be women, minority, and therapist-founded and run. We began our career working in schools both as district and contract employees. We sought to create an alternative to working with big staffing companies. The result is a small team of like‑minded specialists who are striving to create a company that we would want to work for. Because we are therapists ourselves, we are deeply appreciative of and understand the work that you do. We're also in a unique position to be able to support and mentor those who are new to this practice area. We're so passionate about students that we're often working in the schools ourselves. You might find us doing treatments alongside you!