Local Contract Occupational Therapist - $55-70 per hour Job at RCM HealthCare Travel, Emeryville, CA

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  • RCM HealthCare Travel
  • Emeryville, CA

Job Description

RCM HealthCare Travel is seeking a local contract Occupational Therapist for a local contract job in Emeryville, California.

Job Description & Requirements

  • Specialty: Occupational Therapist
  • Discipline: Therapy
  • Start Date: ASAP
  • Duration: 13 weeks
  • 40 hours per week
  • Shift: 8 hours
  • Employment Type: Local Contract

Full time Occupational Therapist needed near Emery, CA area (School-based)

Occupational Therapist (OT) – School-Based, Full-Time

Location: Emery, CA area

Schedule: Monday–Friday, approximately 37.5 hours/week

Start Date: August 2025 (for the 2025–2026 school year)

Compensation: $55–$70/hour, based on experience and skillset

Position Overview:

We are seeking a full-time, licensed Occupational Therapist to support students across a full range of grade levels in the Emery, CA area for the 2025–2026 school year. This position is school-based and involves working with a diverse caseload of students with varying needs.

Daily Responsibilities:



  • Conduct assessments to evaluate students' fine motor, sensory, visual-motor, self-help, and functional skills within the educational environment



  • Develop individualized goals and treatment plans in alignment with students' IEPs



  • Provide direct therapy services focused on fine motor development, handwriting, self-regulation, sensory processing, visual-perceptual skills, and functional school participation



  • Assist students with adaptive equipment and environmental modifications to increase access to curriculum and school routines



  • Support students in developing independence in tasks such as dressing, toileting, feeding, and organizing materials



  • Collaborate with teachers and classroom teams to integrate OT strategies into daily instruction and classroom activities



  • Model and train staff on sensory strategies, classroom modifications, and motor planning support



  • Participate in IEP meetings, contribute to goal setting, and provide regular updates on student progress



  • Maintain timely and accurate documentation of services, assessments, and communications



  • Participate in district-level collaboration and multidisciplinary team meetings as needed



  • Maintain professional standards and comply with all FERPA, HIPAA, and district regulations


Qualifications:



  • Master’s degree (or higher) in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program



  • Valid California Occupational Therapy License



  • NBCOT certification



  • Prior experience working in a school-based or pediatric setting preferred



  • Excellent communication, organization, and time management skills



  • Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team


Compensation:


  • $55–$70/hour, depending on experience, education, and clinical expertise

  • Full-time schedule aligned with the academic calendar (approximately 37.5 hours/week)

Why Work With RCM?

Since 1975, RCM Health Care Services has specialized in providing school districts with equal access to Special Education services such as Speech-Language Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, ABA Therapy, Behavioral and Mental Health services, Special Education Teachers, Paraprofessionals as well as Nursing services to many of the nation's top 100 school districts.

Through years of experience of focusing on an educationally based approach, RCM Health Care Services understands exactly what school districts and providers need to meet student IEP goals. We proudly hold the Joint Commission Gold Seal of Approval as well.

As a $200 million publicly traded company, we have the reliability, integrity and resources to meet the needs of students, staff and school districts nation-wide.

RCM Health Care Services believe all students deserve the best education in order to be successful in the academic environment, home environment and community. Our number one priority is student success. Therefore, it is important we hire exceptional Special Education staff that have the same mission and values as RCM Health Care Services. Students' first.

At RCM Health Care Services, you are a valuable team member. We believe you are important and we highly respect the knowledge and skills you have in order to help students' be successful. If you have a passion for students, student learning and the education field, we encourage you to apply to RCM Health Care Services. We believe you will make a big difference in the lives of children and adolescents. Please join us!

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Rcm HealthCare Travel Job ID #309616. Posted job title: Occupational Therapist

About RCM HealthCare Travel

RCM Health Care Services’ mission is to provide opportunities for qualified candidates across medical professions. We deliver timely results and have built a reputation of trust with our clients and candidates. Since 1975, we have been providing staffing solutions to many of the finest healthcare institutions across the nation and careers for thousands of candidates. As professional career opportunity matchmakers, we follow up and follow through to help our clients and candidates to reach their career and life goals.

We proudly hold the Joint Commission Gold Seal of Approval as well.

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Full time, Contract work, For contractors, Local area, Immediate start, Shift work, Monday to Friday,

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