School Based Occupational Therapist- SAN DIEGO, CA

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7/31/2026 11:55 PM Pacific

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SUMMARY OF ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Possess a clinical knowledge of fine motor skills, visual motor skills and sensory processing impairments, development, and specialized educational needs. Provide comprehensive assessment of students’ fine motor skills, visual motor skills and sensory processing impairments on new referrals and for three-year re-evaluation. Participate as a specialist in the area of fine motor skills, visual motor skills and sensory processing abilities in determining eligibility. Provide direct instruction in therapeutic services and compensatory skills as needed in the areas the students may have difficulty with as a result of the impairments related to OT. Complete treatment notes and progress reports in a timely manner according to school policy and company billing policies. Manage a detailed log of service provided and services missed due to student or therapist absences.

REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND LICENSES: Master’s Degree in Occupational Therapy Valid CPR/First Aid/AED infant/child/adult certification for clinic based positions Ability to pass background/fingerprint clearance, health screenings and provide/obtain immunizations (TB) valid within the last year. Maintain current CA Board License or CTC Rehabilitation Certificate and additional requirements related to license renewal such as completing Continuing Education courses. Valid Driver’s License, proof of auto insurance, and reliable transportation. Virtual providers are exempt from this requirement. Ability to travel to school sites and/or clinics for in-person providers. Virtual providers are exempt from this requirement. COMPETENCIES: Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Enthusiastic, Professional, Responsible Dedication to working with students with special needs. Understanding of legal and ethical obligations. Personal Effectiveness/Credibility Communicate in the spirit of cooperation, compassion and openness. Demonstrate cultural competence through understanding other cultures, understanding cultural differences, understanding how cultural differences may affect fine motor skills, visual motor skills and sensory processing abilities, and valuing the importance of culture and valuing the difference. Intermediate skills in Microsoft and Google documents. Proficiency in maintaining detailed virtual service records with adherence to school policy and HIPPA compliance. Adhere to deadlines related to completing notes and reports according to company billing policies and school policy. Customer service orientated and professional. Proficiency in providing virtual therapeutic services via virtual platforms.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: There are prolonged periods standing and walking throughout school and classroom. Must be able to traverse the classroom and adjust one’s tone, demeanor, and height, by bending or leaning, to teach each client. Must be able to assist students who have physical difficulties such as self-injurious behaviors, elopement, physical/emotional dysregulation. Must be able to kneel, sit, stand, crawl, push and pull to teach and or therapeutic activities for clients throughout the day. There are prolonged periods sitting and working on a computer to complete necessary paperwork using typing or speech to text. Specific vision abilities required to read printed materials and a computer screen; including close vision and the ability to adjust focus. The employee must possess alertness and stamina to perform daily duties with attention to detail and work indoors. The work requires light physical exertion including occasional lifting/moving of items over 25 pounds. Ability to lift and safely transport materials in and out of vehicles/schools. Effective hearing and speech communication in person and over the telephone/computer is essential to fulfilling the duties of this position. Note: Physical Demands may vary for virtual workers. Please reference the Employee Remote Agreement. WORK ENVIRONMENT: The duties of this job are almost always indoors which is climate controlled. Working conditions are normal for a TK-12 school and/or pediatric clinic. In school settings, during times of inclement weather, providers are able to use their best judgment to determine if working indoors is most appropriate. Employees are frequently in the presence of students, other employees, school staff and student parents while working in person, virtually or having conversations on the phone. The office/school temperature is climate-controlled but may from time to time be warmer than normal (summer) or colder (winter). The sound level is generally quiet however can vary based on school class/activities (recess, PE, etc), client engagement or behavior. The employee often performs work in an unsupervised setting. If interested in this position please send resume to erin@theoascenter.com