School Occupational Therapist - $2,000 per week

AMN Healthcare Allied; Buckeye (AZ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 92,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing options

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Continuing Education

Job summary

AMN Healthcare Allied seeks a School Occupational Therapist for a travel assignment in Buckeye, AZ. You will evaluate and support students across multiple campuses, focusing on fine motor skills, sensory processing, and functional school-based abilities.

Requirements include an AZ OT license and an AZ Department of Education educational license. Pediatric/school experience is preferred; criminal background checks are required. Buckeye offers a convenient desert setting near Phoenix.

Qualifications

• Must hold AZ OT license and AZ ED educational license.
• Background check and fingerprinting may be required.
• Pediatric or school-based therapy experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct school-based OT evaluations and provide therapy.
• Prepare reports and document progress for students.
• Recommend adaptive equipment and accommodations.
• Collaborate with teachers, parents, and district staff across campuses.

Skills

Pediatric therapy

Education

Active AZ OT license

AZ Department of Education license

Graduate from accredited OT program

Job description

AMN Healthcare Allied is seeking a travel School Occupational Therapist for a travel job in Buckeye, Arizona.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Occupational Therapist
• Discipline: Therapy
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Description & Requirements
Occupational Therapist - School - (OT - School)
StartDate: ASAPAvailable Shifts: 7.5 DPay Rate: $1970.00 - $2030.00

AMN Healthcare is seeking a School Occupational Therapist for a district in Buckeye, AZ for the 2026–2027 school year.You will provide occupational therapy evaluations and support for students across multiple campuses, focusing on fine motor skills, sensory processing, and functional abilities in the school environment. Responsibilities include conducting assessments, preparing reports, recommending adaptive equipment, and collaborating with teachers, parents, and district staff. A valid Arizona OT license is required, and experience with pediatric or school-based therapy is preferred.Buckeye offers a growing community with affordable living, scenic desert landscapes, and easy access to outdoor recreation. Nearby suburbs like Goodyear and Avondale are within a 30-minute commute and provide vibrant neighborhoods, shopping, and dining options. Living in Buckeye means enjoying a relaxed lifestyle while being close to the amenities of the greater Phoenix area.AMN Healthcare provides excellent compensation, discounts and perks, dedicated recruiters, clinical support, and the AMN Passport app for 24/7 career assistance.

Required Qualifications

• Occupational Therapist, School
• Experience: New Grad Accepted
• References: 1 Reference in entire work history Graduate from an accredited Occupational Therapy program
• Active Occupational Therapy (OT) license in AZ
• Educational License through AZ Department of ED
• Completion of a criminal record and background check

Preferred Qualifications

• Initial certification through NBCOT
• Clear, articulate communication skills
• Ability to explain results to a varied audience
• Candidates with previous school experience a plus!

Job Benefits
Allied travel assignments are typically for 13 weeks and offer generous packages that include:

• Competitive pay rates
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401(k) and Flex Spending
• Life Insurance
• Accident and Short-term Disability Coverage
• Free Continuing Education
• Competitive Housing Deal
• Refer a friend and earn extra cash!

About the Company
At AMN Healthcare, we strive to be recognized as the most trusted, innovative, and influential force in helping healthcare organizations provide quality patient care that continually evolves to make healthcare more human, more effective, and more achievable.occupational therapist, occupational therapy, OT, therapist, patient care, healthcare, health care, school occupational therapist, education occupational therapist, school

AMN Healthcare Allied Job ID #3575909. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Occupational Therapist - School - (OT - School)

About AMN Healthcare Allied

AMN Healthcare is a leading force in the healthcare industry, committed to being the most trusted, innovative, and influential partner for healthcare organizations. With a focus on providing quality patient care, AMN Healthcare offers holistic solutions that reduce costs, streamline processes, and improve efficiencies. The company boasts over 30 years of experience and takes pride in staffing leading healthcare facilities with the nation's best travelers. As an industry leader, AMN Healthcare offers a diverse team dedicated to supporting healthcare workers and facilities, ensuring a personalized and supportive experience for both clients and candidates.

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Benefits

• Company provided housing options
• Medical benefits
• Dental benefits
• Continuing Education