Job Description

Occupational Therapist
Location: Bridgeport, CT
Agency: AMN Healthcare Allied
Pay: $1,911 to $1,970 per week
Shift Information: Days - 5 days x 7 hours
Contract Duration: 41 Weeks
Start Date: 8/31/2026

About the Position

Job Description & Requirements
Occupational Therapist - School - (OT - School)
StartDate: 8/31/2026 Available Shifts: 7 D Pay Rate: $1911.00 - $1970.00

Travel Occupational Therapist job in Bridgeport, Connecticut lets you help students develop skills for academic and daily success in a school environment. You will provide individual and group occupational therapy services, participate in IEP meetings, and collaborate with district staff to support students with medical and developmental disabilities. Responsibilities include conducting evaluations, documenting progress, recommending assistive technology, and training district staff in therapy techniques. Required qualifications include a Connecticut occupational therapist license and registration. NBCOT certification is preferred. Experience in school-based settings, strong communication skills, and knowledge of IEP systems are recommended. Bridgeport offers waterfront parks, diverse dining, and easy access to cultural attractions in southwestern Connecticut. AMN Healthcare provides excellent compensation, discounts and perks, dedicated recruiters and clinical support, and the AMN Passport app for 24/7 assistance. As a publicly traded company, AMN Healthcare upholds higher ethical standards. Apply now to join this Travel Occupational Therapist assignment in Bridgeport, Connecticut.

Required Qualifications
Occupational Therapist, School
Experience: New Grad Accepted

Graduate from an accredited Occupational Therapy program
Active Occupational Therapy (OT) license in Connecticut

Preferred Qualifications
Initial certification through NBCOT
Clear, articulate communication skills
Ability to explain results to a varied audience
Candidates with previous school experience a plus!
Completion of a criminal record and background check

Facility Location
Part of Fairfield County, the Bridgeport/Norwalk area of Connecticut is an energetic region with an extensive network of top-rated hospitals and medical facilities. Located on the southern coast of the state, just a stone’s throw from New York City, this area is known for both its beautiful scenery and ideal location. Famous for its delectable oysters and idyllic New England countryside, the areas of Bridgeport and Norwalk are not to be missed.

Job Benefits
Allied travel assignments are typically for 13 weeks and offer generous packages that include:

• Competitive pay rates
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401(k) and Flex Spending
• Life Insurance
• Accident and Short-term Disability Coverage
• Free Continuing Education
• Competitive Housing Deal
• Refer a friend and earn extra cash!

About the Company
At AMN Healthcare, we strive to be recognized as the most trusted, innovative, and influential force in helping healthcare organizations provide quality patient care that continually evolves to make healthcare more human, more effective, and more achievable.

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Requirements

Occupational Therapist, School Experience: New Grad Accepted Graduate from an accredited Occupational Therapy program Active Occupational Therapy (OT) license in Connecticut

Benefits

Allied travel assignments are typically for 13 weeks and offer generous packages that include:

• Competitive pay rates
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401(k) and Flex Spending
• Life Insurance
• Accident and Short-term Disability Coverage
• Free Continuing Education
• Competitive Housing Deal
• Refer a friend and earn extra cash!

Job Tags

Extra income, Full time, Contract work, Temporary work, Shift work

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