School Occupational Therapist
Medford, OR
Access Healthcare
5x7 hrs, Days

Occupational Therapist School - Travel/Contract Position

Location: Medford, Oregon (worksite in Klamath Falls)
Contract Length: 36 weeks

Job Details

• Specialty: Therapy/Rehabilitation (Occupational Therapist)
• Work Schedule: Day shift, 5 days per week, 7.5 hours per day (8:00 AM - 5:00 PM)
• Caseload: Typically 12-15 students, can go up to 20
• Client Population: Students from Kindergarten through 12th grade, with a small caseload of early childhood
• Weekly Hours: 37.5 hours

Location Highlights

• Klamath Falls is known as Oregon’s "City of Sunshine" with excellent stargazing opportunities nearby, including a large International Dark Sky Sanctuary
• Close to outdoor recreational areas such as Crater Lake National Park (52 miles away), Lava Beds National Monument, hiking, skiing, and water sports on Upper Klamath Lake
• Affordable housing and low cost of living compared to national averages
• Offers a slower pace of life with local cultural amenities including museums and breweries

Required Qualifications

• Valid Occupational Therapist license in Oregon

Additional Requirements

• Unexpired government-issued photo ID (Driver’s License or State ID)
• Required accounting and tax documents (W4, State-specific W4 if applicable, Permanent Tax Declaration, Direct Deposit Authorization and supporting documents)
• Emergency Contact Form and Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) forms
• Arbitration Agreement (expires annually)
• Proof of name change if applicable
• FERPA agreement signed and updated annually (required for Educational Services candidates)

Optional / Client-Dependent Requirements

• Physical exam, TB testing, immunizations (Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Hepatitis B, Varicella), drug testing, flu vaccination only if specifically requested by the client or state
• Competency exams only if required by the school/client
• References and employment application only if requested by client

Notes

• Client is open to hiring younger professionals and providing training support
• Prior travel experience is not explicitly required for this position

This position offers a unique opportunity to work in a scenic, outdoor-oriented community with a manageable caseload and a supportive environment for newer therapists.