Occupational Therapist – School-Based | $68/hr | Full-Time | 2025–2026

Amergis Careers

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Occupational Therapist (OT) | $68/hr | Full-Time | Bakersfield, CA | 2025–2026 School Year

Amergis Educational Staffing is seeking a full-time Occupational Therapist to provide school-based therapy services for the 2025–2026 academic year in Bakersfield, CA. This in-person role begins September 15, 2025, and runs for 36 weeks. The OT will conduct student evaluations, implement individualized therapy plans, and maintain documentation in accordance with each student’s plan of care.

Position Overview

Start Date: September 15, 2025
Duration: 36 weeks
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 40 hours/week
Pay Rate: $68/hour
Modality: In-person only
Setting: School-based (specific campus details TBD)

Responsibilities

Perform evaluations and develop individualized therapy plans
Provide direct occupational therapy services to students
Collaborate with educators and support staff to integrate therapy into classroom routines
Maintain accurate documentation and ensure compliance with IEP goals and district standards

Minimum Requirements

Current licensure as an Occupational Therapist in the state of practice
One year of professional OT experience (preferred)
CPR certification, TB screening, and health certificate (if applicable)
Must meet all federal, state, and local requirements
Must be at least 18 years of age

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Cyrus Vess | Amergis Staffing davess@amergis.com 813-371-5185

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.