Occupational Therapist

Ampersand Therapy

$87K — $104K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Active (or eligible) Tennessee Occupational Therapist license
  • Master's degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills
  • Preferred experience in school-based or pediatric settings

Responsibilities

  • Demonstrate prompt and regular attendance
  • Evaluate student abilities across functional areas
  • Select and administer appropriate assessments and therapy services
  • Participate in IEP meetings to develop student goals
  • Obtain and document adaptive equipment as needed
  • Instruct and support staff, parents, and students
  • Train staff on the use of adaptive/assistive devices

Benefits

  • Benefits applicable to 0.8 FTE and above after a waiting period
Full Job Description
Job Title:
Occupational Therapist

Pay Range:

$42-50/hour

Job Description:

Occupational Therapist



Position Details:
  • Caseload within Jefferson County School District
  • Full Time Position
  • Start date: October 2026
  • 1.0 FTE, M-F


What You'll Do
  • Demonstrate prompt and regular attendance
  • Evaluate student abilities across functional areas including oral motor, sensory motor, activities of daily living, fine motor, and postural skills
  • Select and administer appropriate assessments and provide direct, consultative, and collaborative therapy services
  • Participate in IEP meetings and support development of student goals and services
  • Obtain, modify, and document adaptive equipment and supplies as needed
  • Instruct and support staff, parents, and students in therapeutic and follow-up activities at school and home
  • Train staff on proper handling, positioning, and use of adaptive/assistive devices
  • Maintain accurate documentation and records and perform other duties as assigned


What We're Looking For
  • Active (or eligible) Tennessee Occupational Therapist license
  • Master's degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills
  • School-based or pediatric experience preferred, not required


Benefits apply to 0.8 FTE and above after a short waiting period.

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