Outpatient Occupational Therapist
Bozeman, MT
American Traveler
5x8 hrs, Days

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 5x8hrs
• Hours: 40 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Aug 3, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring a travel Occupational Therapist for a full-time outpatient rehabilitation position requiring strong orthopedic and neurological rehab skills, including splinting and modalities.

Details

• Outpatient rehabilitation therapy setting at a hospital
• Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM day shift
• Focus on orthopedic cases including shoulders, elbows, wrists, and hands, as well as neurological rehabilitation
• Specialized procedures include splinting fabrication and modifications, manual therapy, modalities, and therapeutic exercise
• 13-week contract

Requirements

• Graduate of an AOTA-accredited Occupational Therapy program
• Active Montana OT license required (license required if applicable)
• Current AHA BLS certification required
• Minimum 2 years of hospital-based (inpatient/outpatient) OT experience preferred
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs repeatedly and perform physically demanding tasks including standing, walking, twisting, bending, and reaching above shoulder level
• Candidates must live at least 90 miles from the facility to be eligible

Additional Information

• Evaluate physical and functional status including muscle groups, motor function, upper extremity function, ADLs, coordination, and neurological status
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans including therapeutic exercise, neuromuscular reeducation, ADL training, splinting, and AAC and mobility consultations
• Prepare home exercise programs and provide patient, family, and caregiver education on pain management, safety, and individualized care plans
• Perform Functional Capacity Evaluations, work screens, and driver's evaluations (if trained)
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members and other healthcare providers for coordinated care planning
• Document evaluations, progress notes, daily treatments, and discharge summaries in compliance with facility rehabilitation policies
• Participation in two hours of cerebrovascular disease (stroke) education within one year of hire is required
• Must demonstrate strong emotional intelligence, sound judgment, and the ability to work independently in a busy environment
• Role may require working beyond standard hours; on-call availability may be needed