Occupational Therapist School Based - School Based Therapy (Days) (PRN)

Tanner Health; Villa Rica (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Tanner Health is seeking a school-based occupational therapist to evaluate and treat impairments in daily living skills that hinder students' educational goals. The role focuses on school-aged children (roughly ages 3–19) and involves collaboration with educators to implement treatment plans within the school setting.

Candidates must hold an OT degree and obtain Georgia licensure, with CPR/BLS within 30 days.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s/Master’s/Doctoral degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited institution.
• Licensure by the Georgia State Board of Examiners of Occupational Therapy.
• BLS/CPR certification within 30 days.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and treat impairments in daily living skills for students to meet educational goals.
• Provide consultation and advisory services in educational settings to prevent or reduce disability.
• Serve school-aged children (typically 3–19 years old).

Skills

Comprehensive knowledge of OT

No prior work experience required

Education

Occupational Therapy degree (Bachelor’s/Master’s/Doctoral)

Job description

School-based occupational therapist performs evaluation and treatment of impairment in functional status in daily living skills that are negatively affecting a student's ability to meet educational goals. Occupational Therapists provide consultation and other educational and advisory services for the purpose of preventing or reducing the incidence and severity of physical disability, bodily malfunction and pain, as defined by the IEP. The person in this position provides services to the following populations: School-aged children (generally ages 3-19).

Required Knowledge & Skills

• Education: Bachelor's Degree
• Experience: No prior work experience required

Licenses and Certifications

• HEALTHCARE PROVIDER (CPR)
• OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST

Supervision

Has limited supervision. May serve as supervisor to staff occupational therapy assistants and or therapy aides if assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelors, Masters, or Doctoral degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited institution.
• Licensure by the Georgia State Board of Examiners of Occupational Therapy.
• Comprehensive knowledge of occupational therapy treatment procedures.
• NOTE: BLS within 30 days.