Occupational Therapist - School

Occupational Therapist (School-Based)

?? Schedule: Flexible; create your own schedule (37.5 hours/week)
?? Start Date: Estimated October 13, 2025
?? Contract Length: 6 months (School Year 2025–2026)
?? Employment Type: Full-Time, Contract

Position Summary

Amergis is seeking two full-time Occupational Therapists to provide in-person services across multiple school sites in the Hampstead, NC area. Therapists will perform student evaluations, develop individualized therapy plans, deliver services, and document progress in accordance with each student’s plan of care. Mileage reimbursement is provided for travel between schools during the same day.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct assessments and evaluations of students’ functional abilities.
• Develop and implement individualized therapy plans.
• Provide direct therapy services in school settings.
• Collaborate with educators and support staff to integrate therapy into the classroom.
• Maintain accurate documentation and comply with all charting requirements.

Minimum Requirements

• Current licensure as an Occupational Therapist in the state of North Carolina.
• One (1) year of prior professional OT experience (preferred).

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 

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.