Occupational Therapist
Occupational Therapist
Role: Occupational Therapist (OT)
Location: Mesa, AZ (ZIP: 85201)
Schedule: Full-Time | 40 hours per week
Term: Full 2026/2027 School Year
Start Date: July 27, 2026
End Date: May 2027
Setting: High-impact placement within a public university framework.
Caseload & Responsibilities
Caseload Profile: Specific caseload size, age groups, and school sites will be discussed in detail during the interview process to ensure a great fit for your clinical strengths.
Service Delivery: Conduct screenings and comprehensive evaluations, and implement direct therapy interventions to support student independence and functional success.
Documentation & Compliance: Manage IEP development, track progress milestones, and maintain compliant records in accordance with institutional guidelines.
Multidisciplinary Collaboration: Partner closely with educators, families, and specialized academic staff to implement effective classroom strategies and accommodations.
Qualifications
Licensure: Active Arizona State License as an Occupational Therapist.
Security Clearance: Valid Arizona Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card.
Skills: Strong communication, time-management, and collaborative skills to effectively support an academic community.
Mindset: A student-centered clinician who thrives in a collaborative, resource-rich educational environment.
Why This Position?
Full School Year Stability: Enjoy a guaranteed 40-hour work week with a predictable schedule running from late July through May.
Professional Growth: Experience the unique advantages, robust resources, and collaborative network that come with working within a public university system.
Vibrant Location: Based in Mesa, offering a fantastic community with excellent dining, outdoor recreation, and easy access across the entire Phoenix East Valley.
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