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LOCATION
Tacoma, WA
POSTED
30+ days ago
**School Occupational Therapist (OT)**
**Location:** Washington
**Pay Rate:** $65/hour (Local)
**Start Date:** August 24, 2026
**Schedule:** Monday-Friday | 37 Hours/Week
**Contract Length:** 42 Weeks
**Openings:** 2
**Position Overview**
We are hiring **2 Occupational Therapists (OTs)** for the 2026-2027 school year in a supportive school setting. This role focuses on providing therapy services, completing evaluations, and supporting student outcomes through individualized care plans.
Open positions include:
+ **Early Learning Center (Pre-K)** - Full-time, caseload of 45-50 students
+ **Secondary (Middle/High School)** - Caseload of 45-50 students
**Key Responsibilities**
+ Conduct student evaluations
+ Develop and implement individualized therapy plans
+ Provide direct occupational therapy services
+ Maintain accurate documentation aligned with student care plans
+ Collaborate with educators, families, and multidisciplinary teams
**Requirements**
+ Active **Occupational Therapist license** (state of practice)
+ At least **1 year of experience preferred**
+ Knowledge of professional standards and compliance guidelines
+ CPR certification (if applicable)
+ TB screening and health clearance as required
+ 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:** Travel
**Setting:** Schools
**Position Type:** Healthcare
**Office Number:** 0680
**Contract Duration:** 42
**Pay Rate:** $2756 / Week
**Date Posted:** 2026-06-02T19:43:38