School Occupational Therapist - $1,860 per week

Specialty: Occupational Therapist
Discipline: Therapy
Start Date: 11/16/2026
Duration: 13 weeks
40 hours per week
Shift: 8 hours, days
Employment Type: Travel

About the role

As an Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA), you will work under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist (OT) to help patients of all ages develop, improve, or recover the skills needed for daily living and working. You will assist in implementing treatment plans tailored to each patient's goals and functional abilities.

Responsibilities

• Deliver therapeutic activities and interventions as directed by the supervising OT.
• Monitor patient progress and report observations to the OT to support treatment plan adjustments.
• Document patient performance and progress accurately and in a timely manner per facility and state guidelines.
• Assist patients with exercises, mobility training, and use of adaptive equipment.
• Educate patients and families on techniques to improve independence in daily activities.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of treatment areas and equipment.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to support coordinated care.
• Comply with state licensing rules and adhere to facility and professional standards.

Requirements

• Must have 1 year of experience as an Occupational Therapy Assistant.
• Current BLS and COTA National certification.
• State-specific licensure is required.
• Ability to lift and assist patients safely.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Solid understanding of anatomy, motor function, and occupational therapy principles.

Additional certifications may be required before beginning an assignment.