Job Description
Occupational Therapist (OT) Hourly Rate: $60-65/hour
Location: Concord, NH; Onsite – School Setting
Position Summary: RCM Healthcare is seeking a part-time, school-based OT to work with our district partners this year to manage a diverse caseload for the 2026-27 school year. The job of Occupational Therapist was established for the purpose(s) of assessing students’ functional physical development level, planning and implementing appropriate treatment to meet individual student objectives, identifying architectural barriers and providing recommendations for accessibility, program development and student placement in various school locations as needed.. At RCM Healthcare Services, we're passionate about connecting talented professionals with the right opportunities - join our network and be supported every step of the way.
Key Duties: - Administers occupational therapy procedures and modalities for the purpose of achieving IEP/504 plan objectives.
- Assesses students’ fine motor skills, sensory processing skills, and functional abilities (e.g. perceptual-motor, hand functions, motor coordination, sensory development, muscle strength, etc.) for the purpose of determining program eligibility and developing recommendations for treatment, appropriate assistive devices and/or school placement.
- Collaborates with a variety of groups and/or individuals (e.g. parents, teachers, physicians, administration, maintenance personnel, team members, other professionals, etc.) for the purpose of communicating information, resolving issues and providing services in compliance with established guidelines.
- Consults with teachers, parents, other personnel and/or outside professionals for the purpose of providing requested information, developing plans for services, making recommendations and/or coordinating occupational therapy services with those of other disciplines.
- Develops treatment plans, interventions and/or educational materials for the purpose of remediating students’ motor skill deficits and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Identifies structural issues for the purpose of removing barriers for students with physical limitations and/or identifying appropriate assistive technology.
- Instructs students and staff for the purpose of providing information on medical/behavioral attributes, use of assistive devices and/or implementing plans for remediation of functional limitations.
- Interprets medical reports for the purpose of providing information and/or ensuring that treatment/intervention plans are appropriate.
- Maintains files and/or records (e.g. progress reports, activity logs, billing information, treatment plans, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring the availability of information as required for reference and/or compliance.
- Participates in meetings, workshops, and seminars (e.g. training, IEP’s, team meetings, etc.) for the purpose of conveying and/or gathering information.
- Performs site visits at multiple sites including home visits for the purpose of providing direct therapy interventions and assistance as required
- Prepares a wide variety of written materials (e.g. activity logs, correspondence, memos, treatment plans, Medicaid billings, reports, etc.) for the purpose of documenting activities, providing written reference, and/or conveying information.
- Provides direct occupational therapy service for the purpose of developing students daily living skills in compliance with established goals and objectives.
- Researches resources and methods (e.g. intervention and treatment techniques, assessment tools and methods, community resources, etc.) for the purpose of determining the appropriate approach for addressing students’ functional goals.
- Travels to various work sites as needed to provide consultative services, direct therapy, etc. for the purpose of occupational therapy services to students.
Responsibilities: - Serve as a member of an IEP team to screen, diagnose, and to determine eligibility for occupational therapy services for the child;
- Complete all required components of the occupational therapy case study evaluation;
- Enhance student mobility and participation in educational activities by increasing strength, accuracy, and speed;
- Improve manipulative skills for self-care and paper/pencil tasks through reach, grasp, and dexterity;
- Enhance comfort, participation, and attending by maintaining functional postures;
- Increase functional use of hands and visual regard by providing stable positions;
- Ensure independence in feeding and oral motor skills for safety and nourishment;
- Facilitate safety in the school environment by decreasing the possibility of injury to student’s self or others as he/she moves or performs skills/tasks;
- Improve success for fine motor school tasks by increasing coordination of eye-hand movements;
- Increase functional use of extremities through adapted equipment;
- Enhance ability to learn through sensorimotor activities that address motor planning, attending, and behavior issues;
- Facilitate student’s independence through access to assistive technology;
- Perform consultative and/or resource services to parents, classroom teachers, and other professional personnel; and
Schedule / Shift: - Shift details: School Day Schedule
- Hours per week: 21-22.5 hours per week
- Contract length: School Year
Job Requirements - Qualifications: - Experience Required : Prior job-related experience.
Licenses, Certifications, and/or Testing Required :
- Registered Occupational Therapist –State of MH
- NH Driver’s License
Benefits - Per Diem / Temporary (Hourly) Roles
- Comprehensive benefits that include medical, dental, and vision
- Company-paid Basic Life/AD&D and Long-Term Disability for employees working 30+ hours/week
- Paid sick leave may be available based on hours worked and state laws
- Benefit offerings are subject to legal requirements, eligibility status, and work location
- Employees 21+ can participate in the 401(k) Savings Plan
About Us RCM Healthcare Services works with professionals across schools, healthcare, and community-based settings nationwide. We support both contract and direct hire opportunities, connecting people early in their careers and experienced professionals to roles that align with their experience and preferences.
With more than 50 years of staffing experience, our team understands the environments you’re stepping into and what it takes to be successful in them. We stay closely involved from first conversation through placement, with consistent communication, a reliable point of contact, and follow-through at every step. We’re committed to caring for the professionals we work with and the communities they support, and offer competitive pay and benefits designed to support your well-being.
RCM Healthcare Services is Joint Commission certified, reflecting a commitment to quality, compliance, and a consistent experience.
Equal Employment Opportunity & Reasonable Accommodation RCM Technologies is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state laws. If you require reasonable accommodation to apply for or perform this role, please contact us and we will engage in an interactive process to support your needs.
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Job Tags
Hourly pay, Daily paid, Contract work, Temporary work, Part time, Shift work