School Based Occupational Therapist (OT)

The Columbus Organization, LLC; Spring Hill (KS); On-site; USD 65,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vision Care

Life Insurance

Short/Long Term Disability

401k Retirement Savings Plan

Continuing Education Allowance

Job summary

The Columbus Organization is seeking a dedicated School Based Occupational Therapist (OT) to join our team in the Spring Hill, KS area. This full-time, school-based opportunity involves evaluations, treatments, and collaboration with interdisciplinary teams to support students across grade levels.

You will participate in IEP development, maintain thorough documentation, and communicate with families and school staff to help students achieve functional and educational goals.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an AOTA-accredited Occupational Therapy program.
• Current and active Occupational Therapist license.
• Current NBCOT certification.
• One (1) year of experience as a practicing OT in a healthcare or educational setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive evaluations for students as ordered under physician direction.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans to meet each student's goals.
• Support and enhance students’ functional independence through OT procedures (ADL training, therapeutic exercise, sensory-motor strategies).
• Collaborate with teachers, staff, and other professionals to provide coordinated services.
• Consult with physicians and school teams on progress, treatment adjustments, and contraindications.
• Participate in IEP meetings and contribute to goal setting and documentation.
• Maintain accurate, timely documentation and complete billing as required by school and payer guidelines.
• Educate and involve families and caregivers in student care plans and home-based strategies.
• Supervise Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants (COTAs) and Rehab Aides as required.
• Ensure therapy environments are safe, clean, and conducive to student success.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Education

AOTA-accredited Occupational Therapy program

Current and active Occupational Therapist license

NBCOT certification

One year of OT experience (preferred)

Job description

Occupational Therapist (OT) - Full-Time School-Based Opportunity

Location: Spring Hill, KS

Schedule: Monday - Friday | School Hours | Follows School Calendar

Setting: Public School District

Employment Type: W-2

Compensation: $65,000 - $69,000

Position Summary:

The Columbus Organization is seeking a dedicated School Based Occupational Therapist (OT) to join our team in the Spring Hill, KS area. This is an exciting school-based opportunity to work with students across a range of grade levels, providing evaluations, treatments, and support in accordance with physician orders and within all state, federal, and professional practice guidelines. The therapist will also play an integral role in interdisciplinary collaboration, IEP development, and parent communication to help students achieve their functional and educational goals.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform comprehensive evaluations for students as ordered under physician direction
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans to meet each student's goals
• Support and enhance students’ functional independence through use of occupational therapy procedures (e.g., ADL training, therapeutic exercise, sensory-motor strategies)
• Collaborate with teachers, staff, and other professionals to provide coordinated services
• Consult with physicians and school teams on progress, treatment adjustments, and any contraindications
• Participate in IEP meetings and contribute to goal setting and documentation
• Maintain accurate, timely documentation and complete billing as required by school and payer guidelines
• Educate and involve families and caregivers in student care plans and home-based strategies
• Supervise Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants (COTAs) and Rehab Aides as required
• Ensure therapy environments are safe, clean, and conducive to student success
• Perform additional duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications:

• Graduate of an AOTA-accredited Occupational Therapy program
• Current and active Occupational Therapist license
• Current NBCOT certification
• One (1) year of experience as a practicing OT in a healthcare or educational setting preferred

Reimbursement & Benefits

• Cigna Medical/Dental/Prescription Insurance
• Vision Care
• Life Insurance with Buy-Up Option
• Professional Liability Insurance
• Short/Long Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Account
• 401k Retirement Savings Plan
• Reimbursement for Licensure/Certification
• Continuing Education Allowance
• Accident/Hospital/Cancer Plans
• Health Advocacy Program
• Summers + Holidays Of

Why Join The Columbus Organization?

The Columbus Organization

Because Everyone Deserves a Meaningful LifeTM

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer