School Occupational Therapist

Amergis Educational Staffing; Arlington Heights (IL); On-site; USD 68,000 - 97,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) savings plan

Weekly pay

Job summary

Amergis Educational Staffing is hiring Occupational Therapists for school-based opportunities in Illinois. You will perform student evaluations, develop and provide therapy services, and document care according to the plan of care for each student.

Placements span elementary through high school with caseloads varying by district needs and therapist preferences. Enjoy competitive pay up to $60/hour, weekly pay, comprehensive benefits, and flexible placement options for the current school year.

Qualifications

• Current licensure as an Occupational Therapist in the state of practice.
• One year of prior professional Occupational Therapy experience preferred.
• Complies with all relevant professional standards of practice.
• Current CPR if applicable.
• TB questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable.
• Current Health certificate (per contract or state regulation).
• Must meet all federal, state and local requirements.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.

Responsibilities

• Perform student evaluations.
• Develop and provide therapy services.
• Document services in accordance with the plan of care for each student.

Skills

Student evaluations

Therapy provision

Documentation

Education

Licensed Occupational Therapist

Job description

The Occupational Therapist (OT) is responsible for performing student evaluations, developing and providing therapy services, and documenting services in accordance with the plan of care developed for each student.

We are hiring Occupational Therapists for multiple school-based opportunities throughout the area. Placements are available across elementary, middle, and high school settings, with caseloads varying based on district needs and therapist preferences.Competitive pay up to $60/hour, weekly pay, comprehensive benefits, and flexible placement opportunities available for the current school year.

Enjoy a predictable school schedule with weekends, evenings, school holidays, and breaks off while making a meaningful impact on student success.

Our team works closely with therapists to identify assignments that align with their experience, clinical strengths, and preferred student populations.

Minimum Requirements:

• Current licensure as an Occupational Therapist in the State of practice
• One (1) year of prior professional Occupational Therapy experience preferred
• Complies with all relevant professional standards of practice
• Current CPR if applicable
• TB questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable
• Current Health certificate (per contract or state regulation)
• Must meet all federal, state and local requirements
• Must be at least 18 years of age

Benefits

At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:

• Competitive pay & weekly paychecks
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) savings plan
• Awards and recognition programs
• *Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.

About Amergis

Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.

Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.