School Occupational Therapist

The Gifted Healthcare Education Experience\u00a0 \nGifted Healthcare Education prioritizes your career because we know your passion for School-Based Nursing, Therapy, and Special Education drives you. With access to both Local or Travel contracts, our nationwide partnerships offer you the flexibility to choose where, when, and how you\u2019ll help change the lives of the individuals you work compassionately alongside. With hundreds of opportunities, from large school systems to small districts, rural towns or urban settings, we work tirelessly to find the perfect assignment for your needs and professional goals. \nWe strive to make a difference \u2013 join Gifted and make an impact in your career! \nResponsibilities \nSchool Occupational Therapists work with students who have fine motor delays, handwriting issues, self-care deficits, and sensory difficulties which interfere with their access to the school curriculum to facilitate full access and success in their learning environment. Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to: \n

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Evaluate students that are injured, ill or disabled, creating customized solutions to promote independence and recovery, and document student progress as required by the district \nConsult with teachers, staff and parents on classroom interventions and techniques. \nAttend ARD\/IEP meetings and complete documentation in the district-approved web-based program \n \nCertifications \n

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Master of Occupational Therapy or Doctor of Occupational Therapy \nNBCOT License \n