School Services - Occupational Therapist

Company: Preferred Healthcare Staffing
Location: Lakewood
Posted on: February 12, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Preferred Healthcare Staffing is seeking a School Services Occupational Therapist for a travel job in Lakewood, Washington. Job Description & Requirements - Specialty: Occupational Therapist - Discipline: School Services - Start Date: ASAP - Duration: 13 weeks - 40 hours per week - Shift: 8 hours - Employment Type: Travel Occupational Therapist (OT) - School OT Job Summary: We are looking for a talented Occupational Therapist with pediatric experience to work at an excellent school district in Lakewood, Washington. This is a fantastic opportunity to build upon your occupational therapy skills while advancing your OT career. The job will entail providing therapy and rehabilitation services to students of the school district. You care about kids and are committed to empowering them to participate more fully in educational tasks when that ability is compromised by a health condition. You will work with the IEP team to create individualized plans of treatment that consist of appropriate therapeutic exercises, procedures, and techniques Job Responsibilities: - Assess functional needs and set appropriate goals for the student. - Reassess functional needs and adjust care plan as indicated to ensure optimal outcomes. - Document evaluations and occupational therapy treatment goals and plans. - Utilize resources and materials in an efficient and safe manner. - Perform all duties promptly in a competent and caring manner. Job Requirements: - Active state license as an occupational therapist - Current CPR/BLS certification - 6 months of OT experience within the last 5 years What We Offer: - Competitive pay package - Medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) matching - Retirement planning and savings options - Continuing Education reimbursement - Ability to make an impact in the communities we serve featured opportunity Preferred Healthcare is a well-established and highly reputable staffing agency that specializes in placing therapy and allied health professionals in positions carefully aligned with their skills and career goals. We pride ourselves on honesty, building lasting relationships, and genuinely taking care of our HCPs. We believe this helps to achieve our mutual goal: better patient care. Awarded Best of Staffing (6 years straight!) and Certified by The Joint Commission. For immediate consideration, please call or apply to this job. Preferred Healthcare Staffing is an Equal Opportunity Employer We are committed to the hiring, advancement and fair treatment of all individuals and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected status as designated by federal, state, or local law. Preferred Healthcare Staffing Job ID 1160672. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. About Preferred Healthcare Staffing “We care for you, so you can care for others” When you decide to join Preferred, you get a partner working tirelessly by your side to ensure all your needs are met. From the outset and throughout your tenure with us, you’ll receive personalized service and be treated with kindness and respect. This exclusive treatment is what distinguishes us from the rest. Don’t just take our word for it, Preferred has won ClearlyRated’s Best of Staffing in both Client and Talent Satisfaction for eight straight years, earning us the coveted diamond award in each category. Experience the Preferred touch today! Benefits - Medical benefits - Dental benefits - Vision benefits - 401k retirement plan

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