Occupational Therapist - Multiple Practice Settings Available

Job Description

Job Description

The Staff Pad has partnered with a reputed healthcare organization in Helena, MT to hire dependable & experienced Occupational Therapists for providing skilled, patient-centered occupational therapy services & promote independence, maximize functional outcomes, and improve quality of life.

Reporting to the Director of Rehabilitation , you will be responsible for evaluating patients, developing and implementing individualized treatment plans, collaborating with interdisciplinary teams, and ensuring high-quality, compliant care in accordance with physician orders and organizational standards.

Available Practice Settings

• Home Health/Hospice – 0.8 FTE
  
• Acute Care – 1.0 FTE | Monday–Friday | Flexible 8- or 10-hour shifts | Some weekends
  
• Outpatient Occupational Therapy – Full-time
  

What You'll Do

General Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients & provide OT services to promote patient independence and quality of life
  
• Develop individualized treatment plans based on physician orders and patient assessment
  
• Communicate & coordinate patient care with patients, families, physicians, clinical leadership, and interdisciplinary teams and resolve concerns
  
• Support patient transitions while ensuring safe, high-quality care aligned with the plan of care
  
• Treat patients with diverse diagnoses, including dementia, learning disabilities, and chronic conditions
  
• Delegate appropriate tasks and maintain professional competency through continuing education
  
• Manage workload effectively using strong critical thinking, problem-solving, and multitasking skills
  
• Serve as a clinical resource, promote teamwork and adapt to changing patient care needs
  
• Participate in case conferences, staff meetings, committee meetings, budget planning, interdisciplinary teamwork, department and organizational improvement initiatives, equipment training, and safety programs
  
• Connect patients with appropriate community resources while promoting financial stewardship
  
• Ensure compliance with regulations, agency policies, and documentation standards
  

Home Health Responsibilities

• Develop individualized treatment and home exercise plans and deliver occupational therapy services in patients' homes based on physician orders and patient assessments
  
• Complete OASIS patient assessments and maintain accurate, timely documentation ensuring compliance with home health regulations
  
• Improve patient independence through interventions targeting ADLs, IADLs, mobility, and functional skills
  
• Perform home safety assessments, recommend adaptive equipment, and educate patients, caregivers, and home health aides on safe home practices
  

What We Are Looking For 

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program
  
• Current Montana Occupational Therapy license
  
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
  
• 2+ years of experience in Acute Care, Outpatient, Rehabilitation, Home Health, or related settings
  
• Home and Community Based Program experience preferred (for the Home Health opportunity)
  
• Ability to work independently with strong clinical judgment
  

Additional Skills

• Clinical observation, assessment & ADL equipment instruction
  
• Time management, organizational & communication skills  
  
• Professionalism and emotional intelligence
  
• Crisis intervention and patient/family support
  

What You Can Expect:

Benefits:

• Competitive Compensation
  
• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
  
• Long & Short-Term Disability Coverage, HSA& FSA Options
  
• Generous PTO, Vacation days, holidays & sick leave
  
• Tuition Assistance & Reimbursement
  
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with 3% employer match
  
• Cafeteria, Health Club Membership & Affordable Child Care
  
• Success Share Payout
  

Compensation is reviewed annually to remain competitive with industry standards.

If you are a compassionate and clinically skilled professional who demonstrates sound judgment, strong communication, adaptability, and a commitment to continuous learning, we encourage you to apply today! 

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