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AMN Healthcare Allied lists this School Occupational Therapist opportunity in maricopa, Arizona. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Job Description
AMN Healthcare Allied is seeking a travel School Occupational Therapist for a travel job in Maricopa, Arizona.
Job Description & Requirements
Specialty: Occupational Therapist
Discipline: Therapy
Duration: 33 weeks
40 hours per week
Shift: 8 hours, days
Employment Type: Travel
Job Description & Requirements
Occupational Therapist - School - (OT - School)
StartDate: ASAP Available Shifts: 8 D Pay Rate: $ - $
AMN Healthcare is seeking a School Occupational Therapist for a district in Maricopa, AZ for the 2026–2027 school year. You will serve multiple campuses, conducting occupational therapy evaluations for K-12 students with a range of physical, sensory, and developmental needs. Your responsibilities include assessing fine motor skills, sensory processing, visual-motor integration, and functional abilities within the school setting.
You will interpret evaluation results, prepare detailed reports with recommendations, and collaborate with teachers, parents, and district staff. A valid Arizona OT license is required, and experience with school-based assessments is preferred. Living in Maricopa means you can enjoy a relaxed lifestyle while being close to the amenities of the Phoenix metro area. Maricopa offers a welcoming community, affordable living, and easy access to outdoor recreation.
If you want to live a little closer to Phoenix, Chandler and Ahwatukee are also excellent southern Phoenix suburbs within a 30-minute commute, offering vibrant neighborhoods, shopping, and dining. AMN Healthcare provides excellent compensation, discounts and perks, dedicated recruiters, clinical support, and the AMN Passport app for 24/7 career assistance. Apply now to join this Travel School Occupational Therapist assignment in Maricopa, AZ.
Required Qualifications
Occupational Therapist, School
Experience: New Grad Accepted
References: 1 Reference in entire work history Graduate from an accredited Occupational Therapy program
Active Occupational Therapy (OT) license in AZ
Educational License through AZ Department of ED
Preferred Qualifications
Initial certification through NBCOT
Clear, articulate communication skills
Ability to explain results to a varied audience
Candidates with previous school experience a plus!
Job Benefits
Allied travel assignments are typically for 13 weeks and offer generous packages that include:
Competitive pay rates
Medical, Dental, Vision
401(k) and Flex Spending
Life Insurance
Accident and Short-term Disability Coverage
Free Continuing Education
Competitive Housing Deal
Refer a friend and earn extra cash!
About the Company
At AMN Healthcare, we strive to be recognized as the most trusted, innovative, and influential force in helping healthcare organizations provide quality patient care that continually evolves to make healthcare more human, more effective, and more achievable.
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AMN Healthcare Allied Job ID # . 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 - School - (OT - School)
About AMN Healthcare Allied
AMN Healthcare is a leading force in the healthcare industry, committed to being the most trusted, innovative, and influential partner for healthcare organizations. With a focus on providing quality patient care, AMN Healthcare offers holistic solutions that reduce costs, streamline processes, and improve efficiencies. The company boasts over 30 years of experience and takes pride in staffing leading healthcare facilities with the nation's best travelers. As an industry leader, AMN Healthcare offers a diverse team dedicated to supporting healthcare workers and facilities, ensuring a personalized and supportive experience for both clients and candidates.
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Benefits
Company provided housing options
Medical benefits
Dental benefits
Continuing Education
Who can apply
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