Amergis Healthcare Staffing, Inc.-Allied is seeking a travel Occupational Therapist for a travel job in National City, California.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Occupational Therapist
- Discipline: Therapy
- Duration: 20 weeks
- 40 hours per week
- Shift: 8 hours
- Employment Type: Travel
Occupational Therapist (OT) – School-BasedLocation: National City, CA
Start Date: January 20, 2026
Contract Length: 20 weeks
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Hours per Week: 40
Position OverviewThe Occupational Therapist (OT) is responsible for performing student evaluations, developing individualized therapy plans, providing therapy services, and documenting all services in accordance with each student’s plan of care. This role supports middle and high school students across multiple school sites.
Key Responsibilities- Conduct comprehensive student evaluations.
- Develop and implement therapy plans tailored to student needs.
- Document therapy sessions and progress per established guidelines.
- Collaborate with educators, parents, and multidisciplinary teams.
- Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations.
Minimum Requirements- Current licensure as an Occupational Therapist in the State of California.
- One (1) year of prior professional OT experience preferred.
- Compliance with all relevant professional standards of practice.
- Current CPR certification (if applicable).
- TB questionnaire, PPD, or chest X-ray (if applicable).
- Current health certificate (per contract or state regulation).
- Must meet all federal, state, and local requirements.
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
Additional Details- Grade Levels: Middle and High School.
- Caseload: Approximately 70–80 students.
- Setting: In-person.
- Experience Preferred: School-based OT experience.
- Certifications Required: CA OT License.
Compensation- Local Pay Rate: Up to $68/hour
- Travel Weekly Pay: $2,835 (contact for adjustments if needed)
Benefits At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:
- Competitive pay & weekly paychecks
- Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
- 401(k) savings plan
- Awards and recognition programs
*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.
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 ID #1063905. 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
About Amergis Healthcare Staffing, Inc.-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.
