Job Description & RequirementsOccupational Therapist - School - (OT - School)
StartDate: 8/12/2026 Available Shifts: 7.5 D Pay Rate: $1817.00 - $1873.00
AMN Healthcare is partnering with a Salisbury, North Carolina 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
Licenses: OT-NC
References: 1 Reference in entire work history
Graduate from an accredited Occupational Therapy program
Active Occupational Therapy (OT) license in North Carolina
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 LocationSituated in Rowan County, Salisbury prides itself on offering visitors and residents an authentic North Carolina experience. Culture seekers will want to check out the African American Heritage Trail in which one can survey the historic monuments of the great African Americans who have lived in the city. Salisbury has no shortage of outdoors recreation options for the whole family, offering plenty of bicycling, camping, hiking and aquatic sports activities. Many great small businesses line the streets of Salisbury, offering regional crafts and antiques. Music fans will surely want to take in a show at the North Carolina Theater or check out the Salisbury Symphony Orchestra.
Job BenefitsAllied 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 CompanyAt 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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