Occupational Therapist School Setting - Southport, NC

Soliant; North Carolina; On-site; USD 65,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Soliant is seeking an experienced school-based Occupational Therapist for a contract role across elementary, middle, and high school settings. The assignment runs through the remainder of the academic year with a 37.5-hour workweek and opportunities to impact students’ educational progress.

Required is valid OT licensure and experience in school environments; candidates should be ready to begin promptly and collaborate with teachers, special education teams, and families to support

Qualifications

• Valid licensure as an Occupational Therapist.
• Experience in school settings is highly valued.
• Ability to start as soon as possible and commit through the end of the school year.
• Strong communication and organizational abilities.

Responsibilities

• Deliver evidence-based occupational therapy services to help students access and progress in their educational programs.
• Serve children at elementary, middle, and high school levels with varying needs.
• Collaborate with educators, special education teams, and families.
• Assess student needs, develop and monitor individualized treatment plans, and document progress in accordance with regulations.
• Participate in IEP meetings and contribute expertise to multi-disciplinary discussions.

Skills

Excellent communication

Organizational skills

Adaptability

Student-centered approach

Education

Licensed Occupational Therapist

Job description

Job Description

Step into an engaging school-based occupational therapy opportunity supporting elementary, middle, and high school students in a dynamic academic environment. We seek an experienced Occupational Therapist eager to make an immediate impact for the remainder of the academic year. This contract role consists of 37.5 hours per week and offers the chance to contribute your expertise across various age groups, fostering meaningful progress in students’ educational journeys.

Key Qualifications:

• Valid licensure as an Occupational Therapist
• Prior experience working within school settings is highly valued
• Skills in OT for home health or diverse healthcare settings welcome
• Strong ability to adapt therapeutic approaches for both younger and older students
• Excellent communication and organizational abilities
• Ability to start as soon as possible and commit through the end of the school year

Primary Responsibilities:

• Deliver evidence-based occupational therapy services to help students access and progress in their educational programs
• Serve children at elementary, middle, and high school levels with varying needs
• Collaborate closely with educators, special education teams, and families
• Assess student needs, develop and monitor individualized treatment plans, and document progress in accordance with regulations
• Participate in IEP meetings and contribute expertise to multi-disciplinary discussions

What You’ll Enjoy:

• Variety in your daily work with students of all age groups
• Support from knowledgeable and responsive educational teams
• Opportunity to quickly step into a fulfilling position and see your impact through year’s end

If you are ready for a rewarding contract role where your skills will make a true difference, we want to hear from you! Interviews are being scheduled now to ensure a seamless start.