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WVU Medicine

Occupational Therapist

Princeton, WV · On-site

$39 - $51.25/hr

... Temporary License through Maryland Board of Occupational Therapy Practice OH: Occupational Therapist through the Ohio Board of Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, and Athletic Training PA:

WVU Medicine

Occupational Therapist

Uniontown, PA · On-site

$37.50 - $49.50/hr

... Temporary License through Maryland Board of Occupational Therapy Practice OH: Occupational Therapist through the Ohio Board of Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, and Athletic Training PA:

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How much do temporary occupational therapy receptionist jobs pay per hour?

As of May 28, 2026, the average hourly pay for temporary occupational therapy receptionist in the United States is $17.82, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.14 and $19.95 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Temporary Occupational Therapy Receptionist, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Temporary Occupational Therapy Receptionist, you need strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and experience with office administration, often supported by a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with scheduling software, electronic medical records (EMR) systems, and basic office equipment is typically required. Excellent communication, professionalism, and the ability to multitask help create a positive environment for clients and staff. These skills and qualities ensure smooth front-desk operations, accurate patient management, and effective support for the therapy team.

What are the main responsibilities of a Temporary Occupational Therapy Receptionist on a day-to-day basis?

As a Temporary Occupational Therapy Receptionist, your daily responsibilities typically include greeting patients, managing appointment schedules, answering phone and email inquiries, and maintaining accurate patient records. You may also be responsible for processing insurance information, assisting therapists with administrative tasks, and ensuring the waiting area is welcoming and organized. This position often requires multitasking in a fast-paced healthcare environment while maintaining a friendly and professional demeanor with both patients and staff.

What does a Temporary Occupational Therapy Receptionist do?

A Temporary Occupational Therapy Receptionist provides administrative support in an occupational therapy clinic or department on a short-term basis. Their duties typically include greeting and scheduling patients, managing phone calls, maintaining patient records, and assisting therapists with paperwork or other clerical tasks. They help ensure the front desk runs smoothly, support communication between patients and staff, and may handle insurance or billing inquiries. The temporary aspect means the position is often to cover short-term staffing needs such as vacations, leaves, or busy periods.
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Temporary Occupational Therapist

Temporary Occupational Therapist

Chicago Public Schools

Chicago, IL

$41.50 - $54.75/hr

Other

Posted 29 days ago

Job description

Temporary Occupational Therapist

Chicago Public Schools (CPS) is a district on the rise, serving over 320,000 students in 500+ schools and employing over 44,000 people, most of them teachers. CPS has set ambitious goals to ensure that every student, in every school and every neighborhood, has access to a world-class learning experience that prepares each for success in college, career, and civic life. In order to fulfill this mission, we make three commitments to our students, their families, and all Chicagoans: academic progress, financial stability, and integrity. Six core values are embedded within these commitments – student-centered, whole child, equity, academic excellence, community partnership, and continuous learning.

Job Summary: Under the IDEA an occupational therapist provides services to a student within their least restrictive environment to help each student benefit from his or her special education program. Occupational therapy services address performance within an educational context, including classroom lessons and activities, self-help skills, prevocational and vocational activities, play and leisure, and social skills. Outcomes are directed toward improved student participation in the general education curriculum, access to the school environment, and participation in extracurricular activities. The OT evaluates students through skilled professional observation, therapeutic handling, record review, and parent, student, and teacher interviews. OTs interpret assessment findings and appropriately communicate information to parents and school teams through written and oral means. The OT collaborates with the school team to develop Individualized Education Programs and Section 504 Plans to address the students' unique needs.

The temporary Occupational Therapist will be held accountable for the following responsibilities:

  • Improving manipulative skills for self-care and paper/pencil tasks through reach, grasp and dexterity
  • Enhancing school transitions and participation in educational activities by providing environmental accommodations
  • Enhancing comfort, participation and attending by maintaining functional postures
  • Increasing functional use of hands and visual regard by providing stable positions
  • Ensuring independence in feeding for safety and nourishment
  • Facilitating 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
  • Improving success for small muscle school tasks by increasing coordination of eye-hand movements
  • Facilitating access to and mobility within school by assessing and changing the environment
  • Increasing functional use of extremities through use of adapted equipment
  • Enhancing ability to learn through sensorimotor activities that address motor planning, attending and behavior issues
  • Promoting competency and safety of educational staff in body mechanics, handling techniques, motor skills and classroom adaptations
  • Facilitating student's independence through access to assistive technology

In order to be successful and achieve the above responsibilities, the temporary Occupational Therapist must possess the following qualifications:

  • Education Required: Bachelor, Master, or Doctoral degree in occupational therapy from an accredited occupational therapy program as approved by the AOTA
  • The OT must pass the National Board Certification for Occupational Therapy.
  • OT must hold a current and active Illinois license to practice as issued by the IL Department of Professional Regulations. This license must be renewed every two years upon payment on or before December 31st of given renewal year. In addition, the IL OT practice act mandates 24 hours of continuing education per license renewal cycle.
  • Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: OT evaluates students through skilled professional observation, therapeutic handling, record review, and parent, student, and teacher interviews. OTs interpret assessment findings and appropriately communicate information to parents and school teams through written and oral means. The OT collaborates with the school team to develop Individualized Education Programs and Section 504 Plans to address the students' unique needs using evidence based practices. Develops and implements individualized OT intervention strategies. Collaborates with student, school team members, parents, community agencies, administrators, and physicians regarding effective coordination of services. Collaborates with student, school team members, parents, community agencies, administrators, and physicians regarding transition from school to community, preparing student to function independently when outlined outcomes are achieved. Documents all OT services provided within a timely manner as outlined by the Office of Diverse Learner Supports and Services. Evaluates and documents student progress in accordance with the ILOTA as well as school district, State and Federal policies. Addresses personal care, student role, interaction skills, process skills, play, community integration/work, graphic communication, needs for assistive technology, accessibility, environmental accommodations as required to access their educational environment through collaboration and participation with school staff. Seeks regular opportunities for professional growth. Participates in clinical educational opportunities for students of occupational therapy. Adheres to professional, ethical and legal standards of practice as defined by the American Occupational Therapy Association. Provides direct supervision of occupational therapy assistants in accordance with Illinois Occupational Therapy Practice Act.

Conditions of Employment As a condition of employment with the Chicago Public Schools (CPS), employees are required to:

  • Establish/Maintain Chicago Residency - Employees are required to live within the geographic boundaries of the City of Chicago within six months of their CPS hire date and maintain residency throughout their employment with the district. The Chicago residency requirement does not apply to temporary/part-time positions, however, all CPS employees must be residents of Illinois.

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