Occupational Therapist (School-based OT)

RCM Healthcare Services; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 163,328,000 - 177,655,000; Full time

Job summary

RCM Healthcare Services is seeking a school-based Occupational Therapist to support a diverse K-12 caseload in Philadelphia, PA. This onsite, full-time contract role offers an hourly rate of $57-62 and a start date as soon as possible through June 12, 2026.

You will evaluate students, develop individualized plans, participate in IEP meetings, and collaborate with teachers, parents, and the school team to promote functional skills and academic participation.

Qualifications

• Experience as an Occupational Therapist in a school setting preferred.
• Must hold PA state OT license and PA driver’s license.
• PA clearances as required.

Responsibilities

• Administers OT procedures to meet IEP/504 goals.
• Assesss students' fine motor and sensory skills for program planning.
• Collaborates with parents, teachers, and staff to coordinate services.
• Deliver direct and consultative OT services to a K-12 caseload.
• Maintain timely documentation per school policy.

Skills

School-based OT

IEP collaboration

Job description

Occupational Therapist (School-based OT)

Philadelphia, PA 19127

Occupational Therapist (OT)

Hourly Rate: $57-62/hour

Location: Philadelphia, PA; Onsite – School Setting

Position Summary: Bring your expertise as a school-based Occupational Therapist to a rewarding contract assignment supporting a diverse K-12 caseload in an urban Pennsylvania setting. This onsite, full-time opportunity is ideal for experienced professionals passionate about fostering student growth through therapeutic intervention. With a start date as soon as possible and placement continuing through June 12, 2026, you’ll play a vital role in helping students reach their fullest potential. At RCM Healthcare Services, we're passionate about connecting talented professionals with the right opportunities - join our network and be supported every step of the way.

Key Duties

• Administers occupational therapy procedures and modalities for the purpose of achieving IEP/504 plan objectives.
• Assesses students’ fine motor skills, sensory processing skills, and functional abilities (e.g. perceptual-motor, hand functions, motor coordination, sensory development, muscle strength, etc.) for the purpose of determining program eligibility and developing recommendations for treatment, appropriate assistive devices and/or school placement.
• Collaborates with a variety of groups and/or individuals (e.g. parents, teachers, physicians, administration, maintenance personnel, team members, other professionals, etc.) for the purpose of communicating information, resolving issues and providing services in compliance with established guidelines.
• Consults with teachers, parents, other personnel and/or outside professionals for the purpose of providing requested information, developing plans for services, making recommendations and/or coordinating occupational therapy services with those of other disciplines.
• Deliver direct and consultative OT services to a K-12 caseload
• Conduct evaluations, develop individualized plans, and implement interventions
• Maintain accurate, timely documentation in accordance with school policies
• Participate in IEP meetings and deliver progress reports
• Contribute expertise to the broader school support team as needed

Responsibilities

• Serve as a member of an IEP team to screen, diagnose, and to determine eligibility for occupational therapy services for the child;
• Complete all required components of the occupational therapy case study evaluation;
• Enhance student mobility and participation in educational activities by increasing strength, accuracy, and speed;
• Improve manipulative skills for self-care and paper/pencil tasks through reach, grasp, and dexterity;
• Enhance comfort, participation, and attending by maintaining functional postures;
• Increase functional use of hands and visual regard by providing stable positions;
• Ensure independence in feeding and oral motor skills for safety and nourishment;
• Facilitate safety in the school environment by decreasing the possibility of injury to student’s self or others as he/she moves or performs skills/tasks;
• Improve success for fine motor school tasks by increasing coordination of eye-hand movements;
• Increase functional use of extremities through adapted equipment;
• Enhance ability to learn through sensorimotor activities that address motor planning, attending, and behavior issues;
• Facilitate student’s independence through access to assistive technology;
• Perform consultative and/or resource services to parents, classroom teachers, and other professional personnel; and

Schedule / Shift

• Shift details: School Day Schedule
• Hours per week: 14-35 hours per week
• Contract length: ASAP-February, 2027

Job Requirements - Qualifications

Experience Required: Prior job-related experience.

Licenses, Certifications, and/or Testing Required

• Registered Occupational Therapist –State of PA
• Pennsylvania clearances as required
• PA 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.

RCM Healthcare Services is Joint Commission certified, reflecting a commitment to quality, compliance, and a consistent experience.

Equal Employment Opportunity & Reasonable Accommodation

RCM Technologies is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state laws. If you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for or perform this role, please contact us and we will engage in an interactive process to support your needs.