**??** **School-Based Occupational Therapist (OT)**
**?? Location:** Seattle, WA (Multiple Elementary Sites)
**?? Start Dates:** August-November 2026 (varies by assignment)
**?? Contract Length:** 4+ Months (Full School Year Opportunities Available)
**? Schedule:** Up to 37.5 Hours/Week
**?? Openings:** 2
**?** **Position Overview**
We are seeking licensed **Occupational Therapists (OTs)** to support elementary students across multiple school sites in the **South/Central Seattle and surrounding neighborhoods** . In this role, you will provide evaluations, develop treatment plans, and deliver IEP-based therapy services to support student success in the classroom.
**??** **Current Openings**
**?? 0.8 OT - Full School Year**
+ **Dates:** August 27, 2026 - June 18, 2027
+ **Location:** South/Central Seattle
**?? 1.0 OT - Elementary Schools**
+ **Dates:** October 2026 - March 2027
+ **Sites:** 2 Elementary Schools
+ **Location:** Fremont & Ballard
**?? 0.8 OT - Elementary Schools**
+ **Dates:** November 2026 - May 2027
+ **Sites:** 2-3 Elementary Schools
+ **Location:** Laurelhurst & Sandpoint
**??** **Key Responsibilities**
+ Conduct **student evaluations** and develop therapy plans
+ Provide **direct occupational therapy services** aligned with IEP goals
+ Maintain compliant **documentation and progress tracking**
+ Collaborate with teachers, staff, and multidisciplinary teams
+ Support students in developing **motor, sensory, and functional skills**
**?** **Minimum Qualifications**
+ Active **Washington State Occupational Therapist License**
+ **ESA Certification required**
+ Minimum **1 year of OT experience preferred**
+ Strong understanding of **school-based therapy & IEP processes**
+ Current **CPR certification** (if applicable)
+ TB screening (PPD, questionnaire, or chest X-ray)
+ Must meet all **federal, state, and local requirements**
+ Must be **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:** 0680
**Contract Duration:** 16
**Pay Rate:** $2437 / Week
**Date Posted:** 2026-06-10T16:12:14