Travel Occupational Therapist
Listed on 2026-02-10
-
Healthcare
Occupational Therapy
Amergis Healthcare Staffing, Inc.
-Allied is seeking a travel Occupational Therapist for a travel job in Santa Maria, California.
- Specialty:
Occupational Therapist - Discipline:
Therapy - Duration:
16 weeks - 40 hours per week
- Shift: 8 hours
- Employment Type:
Travel
Location: School-Based Setting
Schedule: Weekdays | 40 Hours/Week
Contract Length: 22 Weeks
Start Date: January 19, 2026
Interview: Virtual Interview Required
We are seeking a dedicated and collaborative Occupational Therapist (OT) to provide school-based services in support of student success. The OT will conduct evaluations, develop individualized treatment plans, deliver direct therapy, and maintain accurate documentation for each student in alignment with their plan of care.
This role is full-time, offers a consistent weekly schedule, and provides the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on student development and functional skills in an educational environment.
Essential Responsibilities- Perform comprehensive occupational therapy evaluations to identify student needs.
- Develop and implement individualized plans of care aligned with IEP goals.
- Provide direct therapy services targeting fine motor, sensory processing, self-care, and functional school skills.
- Collaborate with teachers, support staff, and multidisciplinary teams to promote student progress.
- Accurately document all therapy services, progress, and recommendations in accordance with school and state requirements.
- Maintain equipment and ensure safe therapy practices at all times.
- Communicate effectively with families and school personnel regarding student needs and progress.
- Perform additional duties as assigned by the school or supervisory team.
- Active Occupational Therapist license in the state of practice
- One (1) year of OT experience preferred
- Knowledge of and compliance with professional standards of practice
- Current CPR certification (if applicable)
- TB questionnaire, PPD, or chest X-ray (as required)
- Current health certificate (as required by state/contract)
- Must meet all federal, state, and local regulations
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- Hours: 40 per week
- Shift: Weekdays
- Interview: Virtual
- Start Date: January 19, 2026
- Pay Rate: $75/hour
- Weekly Amount: Based on hours worked
- Pay Rate: $35.50/hour
- Meals: $644/week
- Housing: $1,435/week
- Total Weekly Package: $3,419
- Competitive pay & weekly paychecks
- Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
- 401(k) savings plan
- Awards and recognition programs
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.
Amergis Healthcare, Inc.
-Allied Job . Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title:
Occupational Therapist - ST
-Allied
Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has connected the nation’s top talent to a variety of healthcare and educational partners since 1988. We achieved a pioneering certification with the Joint Commission in 2008 and have since evolved into one of the foremost staffing companies in the United States. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of professionals, across health systems, government facilities, or schools.
Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions. Our commitment to a higher standard of service has fueled our growth, solidifying our nationwide and local presence in healthcare and education.
(If this job is in fact in your jurisdiction, then you may be using a Proxy or VPN to access this site, and to progress further, you should change your connectivity to another mobile device or PC).