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Bartow, Georgia

Occupational Therapist - Maternity Leave Coverage

Occupational TherapistNo weekendsFull-Time

Listed compensation

$47-$52/hr

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Job Description

Job Title

Occupational Therapist - Maternity Leave Coverage

Pay Range

$47-$52/hourly

Job Description

Occupational Therapist - Maternity Leave Coverage

Up to $52/hour | Bartow, GA | Full Time Hours | 2026-2027 School Year | Maternity Leave Coverage needed for 12 weeks!

Position Details

  • Maternity Leave Coverage: Starting November 2026 - February 2027
  • Elementary school caseload
  • Full-Time Position
  • Monday - Friday

About the Role

Hello, Occupational Therapists! Ampersand Therapy is hiring a Full-Time Occupational Therapist for a Maternity Leave Coverage in Bartow, GA. In this role, you’ll play a critical part in student success by planning, organizing, and delivering occupational therapy services to support student development, rehabilitation, and progress toward IEP goals.

Why Join Us

  • Competitive pay (Up to $52/hour) + steady school-year schedule
  • W-2 employment with liability insurance included
  • Healthcare benefits* + 401(k) with company match
  • Reimbursement for licensure, CEUs, and professional expenses
  • Mileage reimbursement between sites + referral bonuses

What You’ll Do

Demonstrate Prompt and Regular Attendance

Evaluate student abilities across functional areas including oral motor, sensory motor, activities of daily living, fine motor, and postural skills

Select and administer appropriate assessments and provide direct, consultative, and collaborative therapy services

  • Participate in IEP meetings and support development of student goals and services
  • Obtain, modify, and document adaptive equipment and supplies as needed
  • Instruct and support staff, parents, and students in therapeutic and follow-up activities at school and home
  • Train staff on proper handling, positioning, and use of adaptive/assistive devices
  • Maintain accurate documentation and records and perform other duties as assigned
  • What We’re Looking For
  • Active (or eligible for) Georgia Occupational Therapist license
  • Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills
  • School-based or pediatric experience preferred, not required

About Ampersand Therapy

Ampersand Therapy is a women- and therapist-operated company built by providers who understand school-based work. We focus on support and mentorship so clinicians can do their best work. Our team is committed to equity, community impact, and creating a workplace where therapists feel valued.

Benefits apply to 0.8 FTE and above after a short waiting period.

Ampersand Therapy is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment and sense of belonging for all employees. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or any other identity characteristics. We encourage all qualified individuals to apply and join our team.

Key Responsibilities

The Occupational Therapist will evaluate student abilities and deliver direct therapy services to support progress toward IEP goals. They are also responsible for maintaining accurate documentation and training staff on the use of adaptive and assistive devices.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy and possess an active Georgia Occupational Therapist license. Previous school-based or pediatric experience is preferred but not required.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure

Key Skills

IEP DevelopmentStudent AssessmentFine Motor SkillsSensory Motor SkillsOral Motor SkillsPediatric TherapyStaff Training

Occupational Therapist Career Context

In Georgia, the Occupational Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$96k (100 salary observations; 830 listings), vs ~$97k nationally (5,363 salary observations; 27,244 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-01-01 through 2026-10-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.

The cost-of-living index for Georgia is 96.3 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$103k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $107k in an average-cost state. 59.8% of Georgia clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

What does the Occupational Therapy market look like in Georgia?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Work-life score6.0 / 10 · above average in occupational therapyranked against 9,128 Occupational Therapy listingslisting-based score, 0–10
Georgia vs national$96k median in Georgia$97k nationally (about the same)100 state / 5,363 national salary observations
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$107k in purchasing powerGeorgia index 96.3 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Occupational Therapy listings in Georgia296 active9,127 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 4% remote · 42% no call · 50% no weekends50 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedGeorgia Occupational Therapist listings: 14% state a sign-on bonus (median $10k) · 6% offer loan repayment322 active listings, Oct 2026
Occupational Therapy pay trend+3.6% vs prior quarter—through Sep 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index (9,128 Occupational Therapy listings), BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Oct 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Occupational Therapist - Maternity Leave Coverage at Eleutheria a 6.0 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Occupational Therapy — ranked against 9,128 active Occupational Therapy listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no weekend requirements.

Top Occupational Therapist Jobs

22 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

22 jobs · 16 employers
5
<$95k
13
$95k-110k
1
$123k
1
$130k
2
$140k+

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

22 jobs · 16 employers
401k / retirement match
91% this job
CME allowance
36% this job
Sign-on bonus
27%
Loan repayment
27%
PSLF eligible
9%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

#1

Occupational Therapist (Home Health)

21st Century Home Health Services · Galt, California

$130k-$160k
#2

Occupational Therapist - PRNPer Diem

Sentara Health · Virginia Beach, Virginia

$96k-$141k
#3

Occupational Therapist (OT) Acute Care

$80k-$130k
#4

OT / Occupational Therapist - Home Health

$98k-$123k
+ 20 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

median 4.8this job 6.0
Better work-life than 70% of Occupational Therapy listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 9,128 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • No weekends
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About Eleutheria

Health, Wellness & Fitness
Goodyear, Arizona
11-50 employees

Benefits & Perks

W-2 employment with liability insurance
Healthcare benefits
401(k) with company match
Reimbursement for licensure, CEUs, and professional expenses
Mileage reimbursement between sites
Referral bonuses

Living in Bartow

Median resident rent
$669/mo
Residents’ average commute
30 min
State income tax
Up to 5.8%
Sources & methodology

Sources: U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.