Virtual School-Based Occupational Therapist (OT) - Ohio

Hamilton, OH
ProCare Schools - OT - Telehealth Contract 3 days ago Apply

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Doctoral degree in Occupational Therapy from an ACOTE-accredited program
• Active Ohio Occupational Therapist license issued by the Ohio Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, and Athletic Trainers (OTPTAT) Board
• Active Ohio Pupil Services License in Occupational Therapy issued by the Ohio Department of Education and Workforce (DEW) (or immediate eligibility)
• Current NBCOT certification (OTR)
• Minimum of 2+ years of experience (school-based and/or teletherapy preferred)
• Familiarity with Ohio special education guidelines, the Evaluation Team Report (ETR) process, and virtual fine motor/sensory evaluations
• Strong clinical reasoning, caseload organization, and communication skills
• Comfortable navigating telepractice platforms, remote observation tools, and digital IEP systems

Key Responsibilities
Assessment & Intervention
• Conduct comprehensive virtual evaluations to assess fine motor skills, visual-motor integration, sensory processing, bilateral coordination, and activities of daily living (ADLs) within school settings
• Develop and implement individualized occupational therapy treatment plans aligned with each student’s Individualized Education Program (IEP)
• Deliver direct teletherapy services targeting fine motor development, visual-perceptual skills, self-regulation, and functional classroom access
• Collect and analyze objective clinical data continuously to monitor progress, adapt intervention strategies, and guide IEP goal updates

Collaboration & School Support
• Collaborate closely with general and special education teachers, related service providers (SLPs, PTs, School Psychologists), paraprofessionals, and parents
• Provide consultative support and practical recommendations regarding classroom accommodations, handwriting modifications, sensory strategies, and adaptive equipment
• Participate actively in virtual IEP team meetings, Evaluation Team Report (ETR) conferences, and Section 504 reviews

Documentation & Compliance
• Maintain accurate, compliant, and timely documentation of direct service logs, session notes, and quarterly IEP progress reports
• Ensure all evaluations and therapeutic services strictly comply with Ohio DEW operating standards, district policies, and IDEA mandates
• Complete comprehensive evaluation summaries, Present Levels of Academic Achievement and Functional Performance (PLAAFP), and required state compliance documentation

Technology & Teletherapy Delivery
• Utilize interactive digital platforms, visual modeling tools, and engaging online stimuli to conduct dynamic therapy sessions
• Adapt physical OT activities, fine motor exercises, and household items for effective remote learning and carryover
• Guide onsite school facilitators and families with session setup, camera positioning, and basic tech troubleshooting

Advocacy & Functional Independence
• Support students in accessing appropriate classroom adaptations, assistive technology, and ergonomic modifications
• Provide educational resources and consultation to educators and families regarding pediatric motor development, sensory integration, and self-care skills

Benefits of Role
• 1099 Independent Contractor Status
• Available for FT or PT schedules
• Compensation for both Direct & Indirect Service Hours
• Competitive Hourly Pay Rates
• Flexibility with schedule and working 100% from home

For additional information, please contact Charlie Harper, Account Executive @ Procare Therapy and VocoVision!
📍 (678) 538-6734
📍 [email protected]

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