Occupational Therapist - School OT
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Job Description
We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Occupational Therapist (OT) with pediatric experience to join a reputable school district in Carlsbad, NM. This is an excellent opportunity to expand your occupational therapy expertise while supporting students with diverse physical and developmental needs.
In this role, you will provide therapy and rehabilitation services that empower students to participate more fully in school-based tasks when their abilities are impacted by health conditions.
You’ll work closely with the IEP team to develop and implement individualized treatment plans using therapeutic interventions that promote functional independence in the classroom.
Responsibilities
- Conduct assessments to determine student functional needs and set developmentally appropriate goals
- Reassess progress regularly and adjust therapy plans to optimize outcomes
- Document evaluations, goals, and treatment plans in accordance with school standards
- Select and utilize materials and equipment safely and efficiently to support therapy goals
- Perform all responsibilities with professionalism, care, and a student-centered mindset
Requirements
- New Mexico Occupational Therapy (OT) License
- New Mexico Public Education Department (PED) License.
- Current BLS/CPR certification
- At least 6 months of relevant OT experience within the past 5 years
Benefits
- Competitive pay package
- Continuing Education reimbursement
- Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the communities we serve
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
Key Skills
Occupational Therapist Career Context
The cost-of-living index for New Mexico is 92.2 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 61.4% of New Mexico clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Of the 50 active Occupational Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 2% are remote, 52% have no call, 68% require no weekends.
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Work-life score | 7.2 / 10 · top 10% in occupational therapy | ranked against 9,043 Occupational Therapy listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| Listed pay | not listed | Occupational Therapy median $95k (middle half $86k–$105k)215 comparable listings, Nov 2026 |
| Cost of living | New Mexico index 92.2 | US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Occupational Therapy listings in New Mexico | 57 active | 9,040 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 2% remote · 52% no call · 68% no weekends50 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | US occupational therapist listings (all specialties): 13% state a sign-on bonus (median $10k) · 8% offer loan repayment1,000 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| New Occupational Therapy listings | 3,212 in the last 30 days | 1,658 the 30 days before (+94%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Occupational Therapy pay trend | +3.8% vs prior quarter | —through Oct 2026 |
| TheraEd Staffing Group | silver tier, 72/100 | Top Employers work-life index117 active listings |
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Occupational Therapist - School OT at TheraEd Staffing Group a 7.2 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as very good. This places the position in the top 10% in Occupational Therapy — ranked against 9,043 active Occupational Therapy listings on WeekdayDoc.
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