Occupational Therapist School Setting in Akron, OH

Soliant Health; Akron (OH); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hours

Autonomy with IEP coordination

Occasional on-site travel

Job summary

Soliant Health is seeking a contract Occupational Therapist to support students in and around Akron, OH. The role emphasizes testing and supervision, with autonomy to manage your schedule and collaborate with school teams and IEP Coordinators to assess needs and promote student outcomes.

The position offers a flexible mix of in-person and virtual service delivery, with occasional on-site travel to nearby school sites during busier periods, and opportunities to shape your hours while maintaining

Qualifications

• Must hold an Ohio OT license.
• Experience in school-based OT settings.
• Familiarity with IEP processes and collaboration with school teams.

Responsibilities

• Perform assessments and documentation for students as needed.
• Provide on-site and virtual supervision to support school programs.
• Coordinate scheduling with IEP Coordinator and offer input on flexibility.
• Travel to nearby Akron-area school sites during busier weeks when required.
• Engage with educational staff and families to support student progress.
• Maintain thorough records in compliance with school and state regulations.

Skills

School-based OT

Licensed OT (Ohio)

Home health OT

Communication skills

Independent work

Hybrid/remote service delivery

Job description

Make a meaningful impact supporting students as a contract Occupational Therapist focused on testing and supervision. This flexible opportunity is ideal for professionals who enjoy variety and autonomy in their schedules. Located near Akron, OH, you'll collaborate closely with school teams and IEP Coordinators to assess needs and provide supervision, enhancing outcomes for students.

What You’ll Bring:

• Valid Occupational Therapy license for Ohio
• Experience in school-based OT settings
• Competence in home health and healthcare OT preferred
• Strong communication skills for effective collaboration and supervision
• Comfort with both in-person and virtual service delivery
• Ability to work independently and organize a varied schedule

Your Responsibilities Will Include:

• Conducting assessments and documentation for students as needed
• Providing both on-site and virtual supervision to support school programs
• Coordinating scheduling directly with IEP Coordinator, offering input and flexibility
• Traveling to school sites near Akron when required during busier weeks
• Engaging in professional communication with educational staff and families to support student progress
• Maintaining thorough records in compliance with school and state regulations

Perks and Flexibility:

• Highly adaptable hours: some weeks may be fully virtual, with other weeks involving up to 2–3 onsite days depending on testing demands
• Autonomy to plan your schedule in partnership with the IEP Coordinator
• Occasional, rather than daily, on-campus work—ideal for travel professionals seeking work-life balance or supplemental income

If you are interested in leveraging your OT expertise while enjoying the flexibility to manage your own hours, make a positive difference supporting students’ needs!