Travel Occupational Therapist (OT) - $2,181 to $2,316 per week in Glendale, AZ

Occupational Therapist

Location : Glendale, AZ

Agency : AMN Healthcare Allied

Pay : $2,181 to $2,316 per week

Contract Duration : 13 Weeks

Start Date : ASAP

About the Position

Job Description & Requirements

Occupational Therapist - School - (OT - School)

StartDate : ASAP

Pay Rate : $2181.00 - $2316.00

AMN Healthcare is partnering with a Peoria, AZ school district to hire a qualified Occupational Therapist (OT) to work with one of the top districts in the area, providing services to children of all ages. Generally, the OT will address motor skills, sensory processing, and cognitive functions that impact a student's academics, self-care skills, play, and social participation, as well as transitional skills.

Responsibilities for this role include :

Partner with the district as a member of a collaborative team to help students achieve their academic goals.

Screen and evaluate students referred to Occupational Therapy.

Appropriately collect data and report findings.

Provide evidence-based direct and consultative therapy services as required.

Maintain accurate documentation and billing per district and state standards.

The OT will provide training and resources for teachers and staff on effective strategies to improve participation and progress toward educational goals.

Participate in a collaborative team and maintain clear communication with teachers, district staff, and families regarding student performance.

Required Qualifications

Occupational Therapist, School

Experience : New Grad Accepted

References : 1 Reference in entire work history

Graduate from an accredited Occupational Therapy program

Active Occupational Therapy (OT) license in Arizona.

Preferred Qualifications

Initial certification through NBCOT

Clear, articulate communication skills

Ability to explain results to a varied audience

Candidates with previous school experience a plus!

Completion of a criminal record and background check

Facility Location

Glendale, AZ is part of Maricopa County and home of Super Bowl 2015. Just nine miles northwest of downtown Phoenix, Glendale is also the headquarters for the renowned Thunderbird International School of Business. Two of the most interesting monuments in Glendale are the Sugar Beet Factory Building, which was built in 1906 and the Glendale High School Auditorium, built in 1939.

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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Requirements

Occupational Therapist, School

Experience : New Grad Accepted

References : 1 Reference in entire work history

Graduate from an accredited Occupational Therapy program

Active Occupational Therapy (OT) license in Arizona.

Benefits

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