Occupational Therapist (Part-Time)

Working Title: Occupational Therapist (Part-Time)

State Role Title: Therapist III

Position Type: Part-time - Wage / Part-time Salaried

Position Status: Part-Time

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt: Eligible for Overtime

 

College/Division: College of Health and Behavioral Studies

Department: 100633 - OT Clinical Educ SVC

 

Pay Band: 5

Pay Rate: Pay Range

Specify Range or Amount: $40 - $45 / hour 

 

Is this a JMU only position? No

Is this a grant-funded position? No

Is this a Conflict of Interest designated position? No

 

Beginning Review Date: 3/26/2026

 

About JMU:

At James Madison University (JMU), we’re more than just a publicly funded institution — we’re a vibrant, welcoming community located on a stunning campus where innovation, collaboration, and personal growth thrive. Our mission is to prepare students for a bright future, and we believe that starts with supporting the people who make it all possible: our employees.

JMU offers several perks to all employees including:
• A Tuition Waiver Program that allows employees to have tuition waived for undergraduate and graduate level courses taken at JMU.
• Free Access to the University Recreation Center (UREC): Employees can enjoy facility access and program registration privileges at UREC and University Park. This includes the climbing wall, equipment centers, and group exercise studios.
• A variety of voluntary benefits such as Pet Insurance, Identity Theft and Legal Protection Plans, and several other supplemental benefits.
• Holiday Breaks: The university is granted 12 holidays a year.
• Talent Development Trainings: The Talent Development department offers a wide variety of personal and professional trainings, eligible for all employees to join.

At JMU, we believe in Being the Change — and that starts with creating an environment where you can grow, contribute meaningfully, and feel supported every step of the way.

Discover what makes JMU a great place to work: bit.ly/JMUEmployment

 

General Information:

Occupational Therapy Clinical Education Services (OTCES) at James Madison University is accepting applications for part-time OT positions in our pediatric outpatient therapy clinic. OTCES employs part-time Occupational Therapist or Occupational Therapist Assistants to provide weekly treatment sessions to pediatric clients. As a part-time clinician, your case load will be determined by your availability and client’s schedules.
Your schedule may flex from 2 to 29 hours per week, depending on your availability and client availability. These positions are part-time wage positions, with no benefits, and cannot exceed 1,500 hours over the course of a calendar year.

 

Duties and Responsibilities:

Duties may include but are not limited to:
• Provide direct weekly occupational therapy services, evaluations and consultations.
• Assist in supervising fieldwork students.
• Assist in completing all required documentation associated with placements (evaluations, progress reports, etc.).

 

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:
• Licensed as an occupational therapist (OT) or Occupational Therapist Assistant (OT-A) in Virginia
• Certified in CPR and First Aid
• Ability to respectfully collaborate with students and colleagues
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Highly organized with ability to multi-task and self-motivate

Additional Considerations:
• Experience working with the pediatric population
• Experience working in an outpatient pediatric setting
• Experience developing and implementing specialized groups for children
• Experience with or interest in working with graduate students

 

Additional Posting Information:

Review of candidates will begin 1/08/2026. Applicants must complete the online application and provide: (1) resume; (2) cover letter describing your experiences in OT practice; (3) names and contact information of three professional references.

 

Conditions of Employment:  

Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background check.