School-Based Occupational Therapist – OT
Location : | Anchorage, AK |
Salary : | $45.00 - $58.00/hour |
Pediatric Occupational Therapists: we are currently accepting applications for positions throughout Alaska. Full-time contract positions are currently available in Anchorage, Alaska. Interviewing now! We offer everything you need to transition to the Last Frontier including a generous travel allowance, competitive rates and an unforgettable experience!
* The caseloads are primarily mainstream with diagnoses such as developmental delays, sensory issues, ASD and birth defects
* Previous school system experience (fieldwork) as a Occupational Therapist is a plus but not required
* Familiarity with the IEP process is also helpful
* You'll receive plenty of support from the team whether you need assistance getting settled or with your job duties; Alaskans work as a team!
* Caseloads may include EI/EC, and/or pre-K through 12th grade and will be based on school district needs along with your strengths and desires.
Why contract/travel instead of apply directly?
* We afford you more opportunities to work in different settings as you navigate the job market out of school with no stigma of short term employment on your resume
* Generous travel reimbursement and per diem housing allowances let you get a jump start on your bills
* We offer clinical support in addition to supervision at the school level…so an extra set of eyes and ears to assist you through your first year
* We can fast track your application to the hiring managers and help you get interviewed quickly
* You're still a W-2 employee with access to benefits
Bring a friend or colleague and enjoy a year in beautiful Alaska…it's a place like no other! We offer up to $1,500 referral bonuses!
Qualifications: Must hold a Master's Degree (or higher) in Occupational Therapy and a current state license (or be eligible for same). We will reimburse for your license. Type C and AK state license are required. School-based experience is preferred.
Join our fabulous PediaStaff team! Here is a glimpse of what we offer:
- Comprehensive Insurance: Medical, dental, and vision — your medical benefit is available for only $29.00 per week.
- Year-Round pay! Choose our Stretch-Pay benefit and get paid every week including Winter and Spring breaks, even over the Summer, until the next school year begins.
- Seamless Summer Benefits – Keep your benefits all summer and avoid the hassle of COBRA, if you accept another assignment for the following school year.
- Housing Allowance: If you're coming from afar, we've got you covered with a weekly per diem allowance based on your IRS eligibility.
- Credentialing Reimbursements: We support your professional journey with licensure and credentialing reimbursements.
- 401(k): Savings program with matching contributions.
- Weekly Pay: Enjoy the convenience of weekly pay through direct deposit.
- Clinical Support: At PediaStaff, you're never alone!
…IT'S ALL ABOUT THE CHOICES!
Job ID : | JO-2409-28990 |
Would you like to apply to this job?