School Occupational Therapist (OT)

Amergis; San Luis Obispo (CA); On-site; USD 97,000 - 138,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision, life insurance

401(k) savings plan

Awards and recognition programs

Job summary

Amergis is seeking a School Occupational Therapist (OT) for contract, full-time work located in San Luis Obispo, CA. The role involves evaluating students, designing and delivering therapy, and documenting progress per each student's care plan.

The position requires current OT licensure in the relevant state, potential 1 year of OT experience, CPR if applicable, health clearances, and compliance with all regulatory requirements. 18+ years old, with regular pay of $85 per hour.

Qualifications

• Current licensure as an Occupational Therapist in the state of practice.
• At least 1 year of prior OT experience preferred.
• CPR certification 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 OT therapy services.
• Document services in accordance with each student's plan of care.

Skills

OT licensure

OT experience

CPR certification

TB/PPD health screening

Health certificate

Age 18+

Job description

School Occupational Therapist (OT)

Setting: Schools

Job Type: Contract - Full Time

Pay: 85 Hour

Hours: 37.50

Location: San Luis Obispo, CA

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

Minimum Requirements:

• Current licensure as an Occupational Therapist in the Stateof practice
• One (1) year of prior professional Occupational Therapyexperience preferred
• Complies with all relevant professional standards ofpractice
• Current CPR if applicable
• TB questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable
• Current Health certificate (per contract or stateregulation)
• 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.

Job Category: Education

Job Function: Education | Occupational Therapist | Occupational Therapist School

Job Type: Contract - Full Time

Setting: Schools

Position Type: Healthcare

Office Number: 0748

Contract Duration: 39

Pay Rate: $85 / Hour

Date Posted: 2026-09-14T18:15:35