School Occupational Therapist
San Jose, CA
AMN Healthcare Allied
5x8 hrs, Days

Job Description & Requirements
Occupational Therapist - School - (OT - School)
StartDate: 11/16/2026 Available Shifts: 7.5 D Pay Rate: $3193.00 - $3291.00

Work 37.5 hours per week providing occupational therapy services for students in PreK–7th grade across four nearby school sites. You will manage a caseload of about 55 students, write and update IEPs, perform initial evaluations and re-evaluations, and deliver direct therapy services. Collaboration with teachers and families will be key to developing strategies that support fine motor skills, sensory processing, and academic participation. Candidates must hold a valid California OT license and have experience in pediatric or school-based therapy. San Jose, CA offers a vibrant community at the heart of Silicon Valley with great weather, cultural attractions, and outdoor opportunities from nearby redwood forests to coastal getaways. AMN Healthcare provides excellent compensation, exclusive discounts and perks, dedicated recruiters, clinical support, and the AMN Passport app for 24/7 assistance. Apply now to join this Travel Occupational Therapist assignment in San Jose, CA.

Required Qualifications
Occupational Therapist, School

Certifications: OTR-National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy

Graduate from an accredited Occupational Therapy program
Active Occupational Therapy (OT) license in California

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!
Completion of a criminal record and background check

Facility Location
Ranked as the fifth most popular place to live in America, it’s no wonder that traveling health care professionals enjoy packing their bags for San Jose. Once a sleepy orchard town, the prosperity of Silicon Valley has transformed this area into a thriving city of fine restaurants, great shopping, world-class arts and culture, a state-of-the-art light-rail system and plenty of big-city excitement.

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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