2024-25 School-Based Occupational Therapist – OT

Location : Anchorage, AK
Salary : $45.00 - $58.00/hour

Pediatric Occupational Therapists: we are currently accepting applications for the 2024-25 School Year for positions throughout Alaska. Full-time contract positions are currently available in Anchorage, Alaska. Interviewing now! We offer everything you need to transition to the Last Frontier including a generous travel allowance, competitive rates and an unforgettable experience!

Timeline: You can expect to begin the process with us now, and your contract should finalize this spring. The ten month contract will start late summer to early fall according to the school calendar and go through the 2024-25 school year. Pay is hourly and competitive. Top Rate varies +/- based on experience and taxable status. School-based experience is preferred.  

*  The caseloads are primarily mainstream with diagnoses such as developmental delays, sensory issues, ASD and birth defects
*  Previous school system experience (fieldwork) as a Occupational Therapist is a plus but not required
*  Familiarity with the IEP process is also helpful
*  You'll receive plenty of support from the team whether you need assistance getting settled or with your job duties; Alaskans work as a team!
*  Caseloads may include EI/EC, and/or pre-K through 12th grade and will be based on school district needs along with your strengths and desires. 

Why contract/travel instead of apply directly?
* We afford you more opportunities to work in different settings as you navigate the job market out of school with no stigma of short term employment on your resume
* Generous travel reimbursement and per diem housing allowances let you get a jump start on your bills
* We offer clinical support in addition to supervision at the school level…so an extra set of eyes and ears to assist you through your first year
* We can fast track your application to the hiring managers and help you get interviewed quickly
* You're still a W-2 employee with access to benefits

 Bring a friend or colleague and enjoy a year in beautiful Alaska…it's a place like no other! We offer up to $1,500 referral bonuses!

 Qualifications: Must hold a Master's Degree (or higher) in Occupational Therapy and a current state license (or be eligible for same). We will reimburse for your license. Type C and AK state license are required.
  
Pediatric therapy is our specialty – and our expertise is backed by excellent hourly rates and per diem offered based upon IRS eligibility. Additional benefits include: nationally recognized medical insurance, 401K, generous relocation and continuing education assistance, optional paid leave, reimbursement for state licensure and/or teacher certifications, and completion bonuses.

Our management team provides 24/7-telephone support to our therapists – you are not alone when you are on assignment with us. In addition, we provide Clinical Coordinators to assist our therapists in managing their caseloads effectively. Our Clinical Coordinators are experienced therapists who have excelled within their profession and are able to help you succeed. Respond now and learn how YOU can be a part of our team! There is never a charge to applicants and new graduates are always encouraged to apply.

…IT'S ALL ABOUT THE CHOICES!

 

 

Job ID : JO-2407-27300

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