School-Based Occupational Therapist | Empower Students

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

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

401(k) with company match

Licensure/CE reimbursement

Mileage reimbursement

Paid sick leave

Job summary

Ampersand Therapy is seeking a dedicated Occupational Therapist for a school-based role in Bellevue, WA for the 2026-2027 school year. The OT will evaluate students, develop treatment plans, provide services, and collaborate with families and school teams to support participation in the educational environment.

This full-time, in-person position offers competitive pay and opportunities to supervise COTAs, participate in IEP meetings, and receive licensure/CE reimbursements.

Qualifications

• Active OT license in the state of practice or eligible to obtain one.
• Graduate of an accredited occupational therapy program; school-based experience preferred.
• Current CPR certification and health documentation as required by assignment.
• Ability to meet district, state, and federal background-check requirements

Responsibilities

• Conduct occupational therapy evaluations and reevaluations.
• Develop and provide individualized therapy interventions based on students’ educational needs and IEP goals.
• Support students in fine-motor development, sensory regulation, self-care, accessibility, and daily school activities.
• Monitor student progress and adjust services as appropriate.
• Participate in IEP meetings, care conferences, and discharge or transition planning.
• Collaborate with teachers, families, administrators, and multidisciplinary team members.
• Recommend and provide training on adaptive equipment, assistive technology, orthotic devices, and environmental modifications.
• Educate students, families, caregivers, and school staff on strategies that support student independence.
• Complete accurate evaluations, progress reports, service notes, and other required documentation.
• Supervise Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants (COTAs), when applicable, according to state regulations and company policies.
• Maintain student confidentiality and comply with all applicable professional, district, state, and federal requirements.
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Skills

Communication

Collaboration

Documentation

Confidentiality

Education

OT Licensure in WA

ACOT program graduate

CPR certification

Job description

Ampersand Therapy is seeking a dedicated Occupational Therapist for a school-based role in Bellevue, WA for the 2026-2027 school year. The OT will evaluate students, develop treatment plans, provide services, and collaborate with families and school teams to support participation in the educational environment.

This full-time, in-person position offers competitive pay and opportunities to supervise COTAs, participate in IEP meetings, and receive licensure/CE reimbursements.