Occupational Therapist

AnthroMed Education (School Services) • Elk River, MN

3d • $50 - $60 • Onsite

About The Position

AnthroMed Education is hiring two school-based Occupational Therapists in Elk River, Minnesota, for the 2026–2027 school year. Each position is listed as 1.0 FTE, with part-time coverage options considered. The assignment runs from November 2026 through March 2027 and serves students from preschool through 12th grade across multiple school buildings. Assignments are organized geographically to minimize travel. Each OT will support approximately 60 students, with caseloads varying according to building, programming, and student needs. The student population includes early childhood learners and students in center-based special education programs with significant sensory and functional support needs.

Services are primarily indirect and consultative, with direct intervention provided as student needs require. The role supports students’ functional and educational participation, addresses sensory and motor needs, collaborates with school teams, and maintains documentation. OTs work alongside a collaborative team and have dedicated workspace for documentation, preparation, and collaboration, as well as additional workspace at assigned schools. Start and end times are flexible based on school schedules and commuting needs.

AnthroMed provides regular caseload support and mentorship from its Clinical Support Director, bi-weekly team meetings, access to a materials database and stipend, and reimbursement for licensure and continuing education. The position offers a starting rate of $50–$60 per hour based on experience. Full-time employment is preferred, with part-time options available.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy.
• Active Minnesota Occupational Therapist (OT) license; a Professional Educator License is not required.
• Strong collaboration skills.
• Interest in school-based practice.

Responsibilities

• Support students' functional and educational participation.
• Address students' sensory and motor needs.
• Collaborate with school teams and fellow occupational therapists.
• Provide primarily indirect and consultative services, with direct intervention as student needs require.
• Maintain documentation.
• Participate in collaborative consultation and problem-solving with the OT team.

Benefits

• 100% employer-paid medical/health insurance.
• 401(k) with employer match and immediate vesting.
• PTO aligned with the school calendar, including school breaks, snow days, and holidays.
• 100% reimbursement for licensure, licensure dues, and continuing education.
• $2,000 relocation bonus when applicable.
• Annual therapy materials stipend and access to a generous materials database.
• Mileage reimbursement.
• W-2 employment with professional and general liability insurance coverage.
• $2,000 referral bonus opportunities.
• Clinician-specific CEUs and access to a clinical resource portal.
• One-on-one caseload support, mentorship, and clinical guidance from experienced school-based professionals.
• No non-compete clauses.
• Flexible scheduling.
• Collaborative, collegial culture and dedicated clinical support.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time