Local Contract Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant - $47 per hour

American Medical Staffing is seeking a local contract Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant for a local contract job in Emporia, Kansas.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
• Discipline: Therapy
• Start Date: ASAP
• Duration: 32 weeks
• 37.5 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, days
• Employment Type: Local Contract

We’re living in the new normal. Lives and careers look different today. So why shouldn’t you have a role that delivers excitement, fewer restrictions, and brings you closer to loved ones? At American Medical Staffing (AMS), we believe in supporting the pioneers who embody the sense of adventure each new placement brings and we’re looking for a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant for a school-based contract assignment.

Job Title: Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant
Location: Emporia, KS
Setting: School-Based (Pre-K through 12, depending on assignment)
Pay Range: Competitive, negotiable, with weekly pay.
Schedule: Monday–Friday – no weekends, no holidays, no call
Hours: ~35 hours/week (based on school bell hours)
Contract Length: 12 Weeks
Candidate Type: Local and traveler friendly

Requirements

• 2 years of experience as a COTA
• Qualified applicants MUST have at least 2 years of experience in the school setting
• Valid Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant license
• Be willing to obtain KS licensure

Why Choose American Medical Staffing?

• Day-One Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision plans with no waiting period
• Wellness PTO: Build 1 or 2 weeks of paid time off into your contract
• Hotel Discounts: Save up to 60% through our partnership with Hotel Engine
• Loyalty Program: Earn financial incentives automatically based on hours worked
• Referral Program: $500 for you and $500 for each referral after 450 hours—no limits
• Working Advantage: Exclusive discounts on retail, entertainment, and travel
• Scrub Discount: 20% off scrubs through our AMS store
• Retirement Plans: 401(k) options available after 90 days
• Compliance & Credentialing Support: We handle the logistics
• Mentoring & Support: Guidance from professionals who understand the school setting

 
Responsibilities

• Provide essential support and specialized care to students in educational settings.
• From IEP meetings to direct therapy or nursing care, your role will have a lasting impact on the well-being and development of students throughout the academic year.
• Collaborate with school staff, therapists, and families to ensure students receive services tailored to their individual needs.
• Provide treatment for students with various communication disorders such as articulation, language, and fluency.
• Conduct speech and language evaluations.
• Write and implement goals and objectives for IEP’s.
• Collaborate across a multi-disciplinary team and provide classroom support.
• Work with children in variety of classroom settings and provide additional services depending on the needs of the student population.

 
Apply now to take the next step in your journey.

American Medical Staffing is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, or any other non-merit factor.

American Medical Staffing Job ID #89151. Posted job title: COTA:COTA,08:00:00-15:30:00

About American Medical Staffing

Benefits

• 401k retirement plan
• Life insurance
• Medical benefits
• Dental benefits
• Vision benefits