Occupational Therapist School Setting - Mesa, AZ

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Category Schools - OT
Job Type Contract

Take the next step in your occupational therapy career by supporting students’ development in a dynamic educational environment near Mesa, AZ. This contract position offers the unique chance to provide a meaningful impact across multiple settings, including schools and remote services, all while leveraging your diverse OT expertise.

Desired Qualifications and Experience:

  • Valid Occupational Therapist license in Arizona
  • Experience in school-based OT services, with an understanding of IEPs and goal setting
  • Proficiency in home health OT or willingness to adapt to in-home interventions
  • Familiarity with teletherapy platforms and technology for remote sessions
  • Ability to collaborate effectively with educators, caregivers, and interdisciplinary teams
  • Strong documentation, assessment, and organizational skills
  • Compassionate, student-centered approach with flexibility to tailor interventions to individual needs

Key Responsibilities:

  • Conduct comprehensive evaluations to determine students’ therapy needs within school and home settings
  • Develop and implement individualized intervention plans that support students’ functional independence and academic participation
  • Deliver OT services through a mix of in-person, home visits, and teletherapy platforms depending on students’ needs
  • Collaborate closely with teachers, families, and school staff to ensure coordinated care
  • Track progress and maintain detailed, compliant documentation in accordance with state and district guidelines
  • Participate in IEP meetings, providing input on goals and progress while advocating for students’ needs
  • Adapt interventions and strategies to best serve students across a diverse caseload

This role invites you to bring your energy, creativity, and clinical skills into a flexible assignment that makes a real difference. If you thrive in a collaborative, student-focused atmosphere and are eager to shape positive outcomes in multiple therapy settings, we encourage you to apply today and start your next rewarding chapter!

 

Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled

  • Competitive Salary
  • Weekly Paycheck
  • Matching 401(k) Plan
  • Extensive Medical Coverage
  • Licensing Assistance
  • Custom Housing
  • Travel Assistance
  • Professional Development Reimbursement