School Occupational Therapist - $2,140 per week

AMN Healthcare Allied is seeking a travel School Occupational Therapist for a travel job in Palm Springs, California.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Occupational Therapist
• Discipline: Therapy
• Start Date: 11/16/2026
• Duration: 29 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 7 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Description & Requirements
Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) - School - (COTA - School)
StartDate: 11/16/2026 Available Shifts: 7 D Pay Rate: $2108.00 - $2172.00

Work 35 hours per week providing occupational therapy support for students in a PreK-12 setting. Responsibilities include implementing therapy plans under the guidance of an occupational therapist, assisting with fine motor, sensory, and adaptive skills, and supporting students’ participation in academic and daily activities. You will also collaborate with educators and staff to ensure continuity of care and optimize student progress. Candidates must hold current COTA certification and have experience working with children or adolescents in educational or therapy settings. Palm Springs, CA offers sunny weather year-round, stunning desert scenery, and a vibrant arts and culture scene, making it a desirable location for your assignment. AMN Healthcare provides excellent compensation, exclusive discounts and perks, dedicated recruiters, clinical support, and the AMN Passport app for 24/7 assistance. Apply now to join this Travel COTA assignment in Palm Springs, CA.

Required Qualifications
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant, School

CA License, School Experience

Preferred Qualifications
CA License, School Experience

Facility Location
Surrounded by dramatic mountains, red-rock canyons and sweeping desert wilderness, Palm Springs is the ideal place to indulge in quiet pursuits or heart-pounding adventures. From mountain biking and hot air ballooning to tennis, shopping or poolside relaxation, this pristine oasis offers an abundance of pleasures.

Job Benefits
Allied travel assignments are typically for 13 weeks and offer generous packages that include:

• Competitive pay rates
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401(k) and Flex Spending
• Life Insurance
• Accident and Short-term Disability Coverage
• Free Continuing Education
• Competitive Housing Deal
• Refer a friend and earn extra cash!

About the Company
At AMN Healthcare, we strive to be recognized as the most trusted, innovative, and influential force in helping healthcare organizations provide quality patient care that continually evolves to make healthcare more human, more effective, and more achievable.

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AMN Healthcare Allied Job ID #3611176. Pay package is based on 7 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) - School - (COTA - School)

About AMN Healthcare Allied

Benefits

• Company provided housing options
• Medical benefits
• Dental benefits
• Continuing Education