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Soliant Health

Occupational Therapist School Setting in Shawnee, KS

Pay: Not specified

Posted: 5 days ago

Location: Shawnee, KS (Onsite)

Last Updated: 3 days ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 10/4/2026

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What they do

An Occupational Therapist helps patients with injuries, illnesses, and disabilities recover, improve, or develop skills needed for everyday activities. Assists people with mobility impairments to move easily around their homes; develops school and workplace settings that are accessible for individuals with physical or mental disabilities. May specialize in certain types of impairments or certain categories of patients.

$88,010 / year median in Kansas

-6% projected decline

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Job Description

Category Schools - OT Job Type Contract Step into a vital role as a school-based Occupational Therapist, serving students across several educational settings near Shawnee, KS. This contract opportunity runs through May 2027 and offers you the autonomy to design your daily schedule, visiting between one and three schools each day based on your caseload. With 50-60 students assigned, your expertise will empower young learners to reach their full potential. As a traveling professional in this position, you will collaborate with supportive school teams at various sites, including Camber, Bridges Academy, New Chelsea Elementary, Emerson Elementary, and Welborn Elementary. Your skills in evaluation, treatment planning, and hands-on therapy intervention will play a crucial role in students' academic and functional success.

Qualifications & Skills:

Active Kansas Occupational Therapy license (required) Previous school-based OT experience strongly preferred Ability to develop and implement IEP goals Skilled in providing direct and consultative OT services Professional communication and adaptability across K-12 settings Capable of managing a diverse, manageable caseload

Key Responsibilities:

Assess and support students with a range of occupational needs Develop and execute individualized therapy plans in accordance with student IEPs Track and report on student progress Collaborate with educators, support staff, and families Travel to multiple school sites as scheduled (1-3 schools per day) Adjust approaches to meet the unique needs of each student

Why You'll Love This Role:

Flexible self-created schedule Opportunity to impact a diverse student population Supportive, innovative school communities Long-term contract stability through May 2027 Take the next step in your OT career, working with students across dynamic educational environments. If you are a motivated professional who thrives on flexibility and meaningful impact, apply now to transform students' lives this school year and beyond! Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled