Occupational Therapist
Company: Therapy
Location: Indianapolis
Posted on: March 16, 2026
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Job Description:
Now Hiring for the 2026-2027 School Year! Occupational Therapist
Key Responsibilities: - Treatment Planning: Create and deliver
treatment programs for students K-12 based on their IEPs or medical
plans. Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to set goals and
accommodations. Oversee and support Occupational Therapy Assistants
(COTAs) as needed. - Consultation & Instruction: Act as a
district-wide resource by offering consultation, training, and
support to educational staff and caregivers. Build and maintain
positive relationships with students, parents, and staff, and
coordinate with medical personnel to implement home programs. -
Data Collection & Documentation: Conduct comprehensive evaluations
of students' needs, perform initial and ongoing assessments, and
complete annual and triennial reviews. Maintain timely and
compliant documentation, and provide detailed reports on student
progress. - Time Off Management for Full-Time School Employees:
Employees are encouraged to schedule their time off during school
breaks. Time off requests will be reviewed and approved by the
supervisor to ensure minimal disruption to normal operations.
Occupational Therapist Qualifications: - Licensure: Current
Occupational Therapist license in the state where services are
delivered or eligibility to obtain such licensure; NBCOT
registration preferred. - Clearances: Background Check required;
must be eligible to work in the US. - Experience: Preferred
experience in school or treatment settings with students facing
learning or social-emotional challenges, including involvement with
IEPs. - Specialized Knowledge & Skills: Proficient in sensory
integration techniques and supporting students with disabilities;
certifications in Pro-Act, CPI, and/or CPR are helpful - not
required. - Communication: Excellent written and verbal
communication skills in English. Occupational Therapist Physical
Demands - Environment: Occasional exposure to dust, pollen, and
fumes. - Activity: Frequent engagement in tasks such as reaching,
handling, standing, walking, and lifting items up to 50 lbs, with
or without reasonable accommodations. - Sensory: Ability to perform
essential job functions with or without assistive devices or
accommodations, including working in moderate to high noise levels.
This job description reflects essential functions and may be
adjusted as needed. PQI is an Equal Opportunity Employer and
considers all qualified applicants regardless of race, gender,
color, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender
identity, disability, veteran status, or other classification
protected by law.
Keywords: Therapy, Greenwood , Occupational Therapist, Healthcare , Indianapolis, Indiana
