Child Development, Communication Skills, Conferences, Consulting, Criminal Justice, Documentation, Driver's License, Follow Through, Healthcare, Medical Treatment, Occupational Therapy, Policy Development, Training/Teaching
Occupational Therapist (OT)
Hourly Rate: $57-62
Location:Olympia, WA; Onsite - School Setting
Position Summary:
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES/REQUIREMENTS:- Assesses students' fine motor skills and development skills (e.g. perceptual-motor, motor coordination, sensory development, muscle strength, etc.) for the purpose of determining their deficits and developing recommendations.
- Consults with teachers, parents, other personnel and/or outside professionals for the purpose of providing requested information, developing plans for services and/or making recommendations.
- Facilitates meetings (e.g. IEP conferences, parent meetings, in-services, etc.) for the purpose of developing plans and/or providing information regarding students' functional goals.
- Instructs students for the purpose of implementing plans for remediation of functional limitations.
- Prepares documentation (e.g. evaluations, observations, progress, contacts with parents, teachers and outside professionals, etc.) for the purpose of providing written support, developing recommendations and/or conveying information.
- Presents information on various topics related to professional expertise in occupational therapy for the purpose of communicating information and gaining feedback on treatment issues.
- Researches resources and methods (i.e. intervention and treatment techniques, assessment tools and methods, community resources, etc.) for the purpose of determining an appropriate approach for addressing students' functional goals.
- Screens students for the purpose of determining the need for further individualized assessment.
Other Job Functions:- Assists other personnel as may be required for the purpose of supporting them in the completion of their work activities.
- Participates in various meetings (e.g. parent conferences, in-service training, site meetings, etc.) for the purpose of receiving and/or providing information and/or meeting credential requirements.
Schedule / Shift:- Shift details: School Day Schedule
- Hours per week: 37.5 hours per week
- Contract length: School Year
Required Qualifications:
Job Requirements - Qualifications:- Experience Required: Prior job-related experience.
- Skills, Knowledge and/or Abilities Required:
- Skills to apply assessment techniques and treatment modalities and communicate effectively.
- Knowledge of assessment techniques and treatment modalities, relevant education codes, state and district policies, and child development patterns.
- Abilities to complete a case study and develop an individual education plan; work independently, be flexible and work under time constraints, work effectively with staff, parents, students, and community. Significant physical abilities include lifting/carrying/pushing/pulling, reaching/handling/fingering, talking/hearing conversations, near/far visual acuity/visual accommodation.
- Licenses, Certifications, and/or Testing Required: Licensure for Occupational Therapy, Washington State ESA Certificate, Criminal Justice Fingerprint Clearance, Valid Driver's License.
Benefits- 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
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.