School Occupational Therapist - $50-55 per hour

RCM Healthcare Services; Broomall (PA); On-site; USD 69,000 - 76,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Per Diem / Temporary hourly roles

Medical, dental, and vision

401(k) Savings Plan

Paid sick leave may be available

Job summary

RCM HealthCare Travel in Broomall, Pennsylvania is seeking a School-Based Occupational Therapist for the 2026/2027 school year on a local contract basis. The role focuses on low-incidence students, delivering evaluations, direct therapy, and collaboration with IEP teams to improve student participation in school activities.

You will conduct evaluations, develop individualized plans, and work with teachers, psychologists, and BCBA professionals to support sensory processing, motor skills, and

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Occupational Therapy is required.
• Active Pennsylvania OT license or eligibility is required.
• Background checks and clearances as required by PA regulations.

Responsibilities

• Conduct occupational therapy evaluations for sensory, motor, and self-regulation needs.
• Develop and implement IEP-aligned treatment plans.
• Collaborate with teachers, BCBAs, school psychologists, and teams.
• Recommend environmental modifications and adaptive equipment.
• Maintain documentation and progress reports according to regulations.

Skills

Pediatric care

IEP collaboration

Sensory processing

Emotional regulation

Documentation

Multidisciplinary collaboration

Education

Master's Degree in Occupational Therapy

Active Pennsylvania OT License

Job description

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Job Title

School-Based Occupational Therapist – Low Incidence

Compensation

Hourly Rate: $50.00-$55.00per hour

Location

Broomall, Pennsylvania

Employment Type

Local Contract

Introduction

RCM HealthCare Travel is seeking a local contract School Occupational Therapist for a local contract job in Broomall, Pennsylvania.

Position Summary

As a School-Based Occupational Therapist serving low-incidence students, you will provide specialized evaluations, direct therapy services, and consultation to support students with significant physical, neurological, and multiple disabilities. You will collaborate with multidisciplinary educational teams to develop and implement individualized services that promote student access to the educational environment and support participation in school-based activities. At RCM Healthcare Services, we're passionate about connecting talented professionals with the right opportunities—join our network and be supported every step of the way.

Schedule / Shift

• Shift details: School Year
• Hours per week: 5days per week
• Contract length: 2026/2027 school year

Key Duties

• Conduct occupational therapy evaluations to assess students' sensory, motor, functional, and self-regulation needs.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans aligned with each student's IEP goals.
• Collaborate with special education teachers, BCBAs, school psychologists, and multidisciplinary teams to support student success.
• Recommend sensory strategies, environmental modifications, adaptive equipment, and classroom accommodations to promote participation.
• Maintain accurate documentation, evaluation reports, progress notes, and Medicaid or district-required records while remaining compliant with federal and Pennsylvania regulations.

About Us

RCM Healthcare Services works with professionals across schools, healthcare, and community-based settings nationwide. We support both contract and direct hire opportunities, connecting people early in their careers and experienced professionals to roles that align with their experience and preferences. With more than 50 years of staffing experience, our team understands the environments you're stepping into and what it takes to be successful in them. We stay closely involved from first conversation through placement, with consistent communication, a reliable point of contact, and follow-through at every step. We're committed to caring for the professionals we work with and the communities they support, and offer competitive pay and benefits designed to support your well‑being. RCM Healthcare Services is Joint Commission certified, reflecting a commitment to quality, compliance, and a consistent experience.

Equal Employment Opportunity & Reasonable Accommodation

RCM Technologies is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state laws. If you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for or perform this role, please contact us and we will engage in an interactive process to support your needs.

Benefits (only for temporary roles)

• Per Diem / Temporary (Hourly) Roles
• Comprehensive benefits that include medical, dental, and vision
• Company-paid Basic Life/AD&D and Long-Term Disability for employees working 30+ hours/week
• Paid sick leave may be available based on hours worked and state laws
• Benefit offerings are subject to legal requirements, eligibility status, and work location
• Employees 21+ can participate in the 401(k) Savings Plan

Skills

Experience working with pediatric or school‑aged students, preferably in emotional support or behavioral settings. Knowledge of sensory processing, emotional regulation, trauma‑informed practices, and school-based interventions. Strong collaboration, communication, and documentation skills. Ability to develop educationally relevant treatment plans and contribute effectively to multidisciplinary IEP teams.

Licenses & Certifications

• Required: Active Pennsylvania Occupational Therapist License (or eligibility through the Pennsylvania State Board of Occupational Therapy).
• Current Pennsylvania Child Abuse History Clearance.
• Pennsylvania State Police Criminal Background Check.
• FBI Federal Criminal History Fingerprint Clearance.

Education

• Required: Master's Degree or higher in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program.

Job ID

RCM HealthCare Travel Job ID #334644. Posted job title: Occupational Therapist (OT), school based, 5 days per week

About RCM HealthCare Travel

RCM Health Care Services’mission is to provide opportunities for qualified candidates across medical professions. We deliver timely results and have built a reputation of trust with our clients and candidates. Since 1975, we have been providing staffing solutions to many of the finest healthcare institutions across the nation and careers for thousands of candidates. As professional career opportunity matchmakers, we follow up and follow through to help our clients and candidates to reach their career and life goals.

We proudly hold the Joint Commission Gold Seal of Approval as well.

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