Job Description
Occupational Therapist
Location: Juneau, AK
Agency: AMN Healthcare Allied
Pay: $2,100 to $2,163 per week
Contract Duration: 41 Weeks
Start Date: ASAP
About the Position
Job Description & Requirements
Occupational Therapist - School - (OT - School)
StartDate: ASAP
Available Shifts: 7.5 D
Pay Rate: $2100.00 - $2163.00
AMN Healthcare is partnering with a Juneau City, AK 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.
Competitive Pay & Full Weekly Stipends
Comprehensive Benefits (Health, Dental, Vision, and Life)
401K with Matching Plan
State License Reimbursements
Access to AMN's Free Online CEU Database
The Most Trusted Recruiters in the Industry
Priority Access to Exclusive Orders with AMN Clients
Required Qualifications
Occupational Therapist, School
References: 1 Reference in entire work history
Graduate from an accredited Occupational Therapy program
Active Occupational Therapy (OT) license in AK
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 Juneau is located in the Panhandle of Southeast Alaska about 900 miles north of Seattle with a current population of 31,275. Its economy is based on tourism, fishing and mining. Juneau is one of the most beautiful state capitals in the entire nation! If Juneau were a type of music, it would be at the same time funk, part soul, part bluegrass, and a whole lot of classic rock.
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
References: 1 Reference in entire work history
Graduate from an accredited Occupational Therapy program
Active Occupational Therapy (OT) license in AK
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!
Job Tags
Weekly pay, Extra income, Full time, Contract work, Temporary work, Shift work