Occupational Therapist

Topaz HR • Salem, OR

15d • $45 - $65 • Onsite

About The Position

A nationwide provider of comprehensive school-based therapy services is seeking a part-time Occupational Therapist for a school-based position in Salem, Oregon. This 0.8 FTE role is approximately 30–32 hours per week and provides evaluations and IEP-directed therapy services to help students develop functional, academic, and independent living skills.

The Occupational Therapist works as a direct member of IEP teams and collaborates with teachers, administrators, families, and other educational team members. Compensation is $45–$65 per hour, commensurate with experience, and a sign-on bonus is available. The employer offers medical, dental, and vision benefits, clinical support, and collaboration opportunities.

The employer provides school-based therapy and educational services, including Occupational Therapy, Speech-Language Pathology, Special Education, and mental health and behavioral services. It emphasizes individualized student support, collaboration, professional growth, and clinician success. Topaz HR is conducting the search on behalf of a client; additional employer details will be shared with qualified candidates during interviews, and hiring decisions will be made by the employer.

Requirements

• Current Oregon Occupational Therapist (OT) license.
• Experience working as an OT in a school-based setting.
• Experience serving as a direct member of IEP teams.
• Experience conducting occupational therapy assessments and evaluations.
• Strong communication, organizational, and documentation skills.
• Commitment to supporting students and collaborating with school teams.

Responsibilities

• Provide occupational therapy evaluations and IEP-directed services in a school setting.
• Conduct comprehensive evaluations for initial eligibility and re-evaluations.
• Develop and implement occupational therapy goals and services aligned with student needs and IEPs.
• Maintain timely and accurate documentation of therapy sessions and evaluations.
• Serve as a direct member of IEP teams and attend IEP meetings.
• Collaborate with teachers, administrators, families, and educational team members.
• Help students develop functional, academic, and school-related skills.

Benefits

• Sign-on bonus available.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• Strong clinical support and collaboration.
• Opportunity to work as an integral member of school-based teams.
• Meaningful work supporting students' academic, functional, and developmental progress.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed