Occupational Therapist School Setting in Hyattsville, MD

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Job Description

Step into a fulfilling opportunity supporting students in a specialized school setting serving ages 6-21. This contract Occupational Therapy role offers full-time hours on an 11-month school schedule, providing a unique chance to deliver comprehensive services to a diverse caseload. As an itinerant therapist, you'll support learners with a variety of needs, making a meaningful difference across multiple school environments.

What you'll bring:

• Master's degree in Occupational Therapy and a current Maryland OT license
• Several years of experience in school-based, healthcare, home health, or teletherapy environments
• Strong background in developing and implementing individualized education plans (IEPs)
• Familiarity with a caseload or workload model within a school setting
• Dedication to working with students who have specialized needs; previous experience in a similar environment is a plus
• Excellent communication and documentation skills
• Flexibility to work itinerantly and adapt to new challenges as they arise

Your responsibilities will include:

• Conducting evaluations and developing treatment plans within an IEP-based framework
• Providing direct therapy services to students while maintaining accurate and timely documentation
• Collaborating with teachers, parents, and support staff
• Attending and contributing to team meetings, with indirect/admin time incorporated
• Adapting therapy tools and environments to support diverse learners
• Traveling between assigned schools within the district

Enjoy a professional setting where ongoing training is provided and in-depth support is available. Interviewing will take place onsite, offering you the opportunity to connect with the team and learn more about the school's initiatives firsthand.

This is a chance to make a genuine impact in a specialized educational environment. Take the next step in your therapy careerapply today and help empower students to reach their fullest potential!

Compensation for this position ranges from $27.00 to $60.00. Eligible candidates may also receive healthcare benefits, housing, and meals/incidentals. Full details of our healthcare benefits plan can be found here. This posting is open for 60 days after the posting date.