Occupational Therapist

Job Description

Job Description

Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA)

Outpatient | Helena, MT

The Staff Pad has partnered with look to hire an Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) to join a close-knit, mission-driven therapy team in Helena, Montana.

This is an outpatient-based role. The focus is simple - High-quality care, delivered in the setting that best supports each family.

• Small practice with meaningful, long-term patient relationships
  

• Collaborative team environment
  

• Flexible service settings. Clinic, home, and community
  

• Strong compensation and professional support
  

• Entry-level candidates welcome
  

• Provide therapeutic and self-care interventions to patients under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist (OTR)
  

• Monitor patient performance to ensure exercises and activities are completed safely and correctly
  

• Participate in team meetings and case conferences to support coordinated care plans
  

• Document daily treatment notes and weekly progress accurately and on time
  

• Maintain treatment areas, therapy equipment, and supplies
  

• Educate patients, families, and caregivers on treatment techniques under OTR guidance
  

• Support administrative tasks as needed to ensure smooth clinic operations
  

Required Qualifications

• Associate degree from an ACOTE-accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program
  

• Current Montana OTA license, or ability to obtain licensures
  

• CPR certification
  

• Valid driver’s license
  

Preferred Skills & Competencies

• Compassion and patience when working with patients and families
  

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
  

• Physical capability to lift patients, carry equipment, and remain active throughout the day
  

• High attention to detail and ability to follow treatment plans precisely
  

• Strong organizational skills and respect for patient confidentiality
  

• Negotiable Hourly Rate (dependent on education and experience)
  

• Relocation Assistance: Negotiable
  

• Continuing Education Stipend
  

• License Fee Reimbursement
  

Work Environment

• Outpatient setting
  

• Combination of clinic-based, in-home, and community services
  

• Supportive team culture focused on quality care over volume