at Amergis in Blue Springs, Missouri, United States
Job Description
MUST HAVE ACTIVE MISSOURI OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST LICENSE
Occupational Therapist (School-Based)
Location: Kansas City, MO
Start Date: August 10, 2026
Contract Length: 5 Months
Schedule: 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM or 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Hours: 37.5 Hours Per Week
Openings: 2
Position Overview
We are seeking dedicated Occupational Therapists to provide school-based OT services for elementary-aged students. Therapists will support students in achieving functional and educational goals through direct therapy services and collaboration with educational teams.
Responsibilities
+ Provide direct occupational therapy services to students.
+ Conduct assessments and develop treatment plans.
+ Maintain documentation and progress reports.
+ Collaborate with teachers, families, and support staff.
+ Attend meetings and provide recommendations regarding student services.
+ Manage a caseload of approximately 50 students (subject to change).
Additional Details
+ Elementary school population.
+ Assigned to a Amergisum of three sites.
+ Flexibility to create and manage daily schedules.
Benefits
At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:
+ Competitive pay & weekly paychecks
+ Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
+ 401(k) savings plan
+ Awards and recognition programs
*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.
About Amergis
Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.
Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Job Category: Education
Job Function: Education | Occupational Therapist | Occupational Therapist School
Job Type: Contract – Full Time
Setting: Schools
Position Type: Healthcare
Office Number: 0285
Contract Duration: 20
Pay Rate: $2175 / Week
Date Posted: 2026-07-02T15:41:22
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