Hiring Now - School-Based Occupational Therapist (OT/OTR), Mesa, AZ

Job Description

Job Description

Master's degree in Occupational Therapy, active Occupational Therapist license and 1+ year of Occupational Therapy experience required. Applicants who do not meet these qualifications will not be considered.

Position: Occupational Therapist (OTR/L) | Location: Greater Phoenix Area, Arizona | Setting: School-Based | Employment Type: Full-Time Contract.

About Blazer Jobs
Blazer Jobs is a Special Education staffing organization partnering with school districts nationwide to provide specialized services to students with IEPs. We are committed to connecting highly qualified professionals with meaningful school-based opportunities where they can make a real difference in the lives of students who need it most.

About the Area
The Greater Phoenix area is one of the most dynamic and fastest-growing regions in the entire United States. Known for its year-round sunshine, stunning desert landscapes, world-class golf, and a thriving arts and culinary scene, the Phoenix metro offers an outstanding quality of life at a relatively affordable cost of living. With top-rated neighborhoods, excellent schools, and easy access to outdoor recreation from hiking to lakes and mountains, it is easy to see why so many people are proud to call the Valley of the Sun home.

Benefits
- Health care plan options
- 401(k) with employer match
- Weekly pay
- Very Competitive pay rates
- Professional support and development

State Requirements - Education, Licensure, and Certification

- Valid Arizona Occupational Therapist license (OTR/L) issued by the Arizona Board of Occupational Therapy Examiners (ABOTE)
- Active NBCOT OTR certification in good standing; NBCOT verification must be submitted directly to ABOTE as part of the licensure process
- Completion of a minimum of 928 hours of supervised occupational therapy fieldwork experience as part of an ACOTE-accredited program
- Two letters of reference from a supervisor or professor required as part of the Arizona licensure application
- Experience working in a school-based setting is strongly preferred

Typical Job Duties
- Conduct occupational therapy evaluations to assess students' functional performance, fine motor skills, sensory processing, and participation in school activities
- Develop and implement individualized, school-based OT intervention plans aligned with each student's IEP goals
- Participate in IEP meetings and collaborate with teachers, administrators, and related service providers
- Recommend and support implementation of adaptive equipment, assistive technology, and environmental modifications
- Communicate with families regarding student progress and home carryover strategies
- Maintain accurate documentation in compliance with district, state, and federal requirements

How to Apply
For more information, including pay, call or text
Lily Boulos
Recruiter
(813) 358-9581
[email protected]

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