Travel Occupational Therapist
Missoula, MT
Cross Country Allied
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Job Summary:
A highly qualified Occupational Therapist specialized in Home Health services is sought for a position located in Missoula, Montana. The clinician will be responsible for evaluating and implementing rehabilitation interventions within the home setting, managing patient care plans, and supervising therapy support staff. Candidates are required to bring their professional license on the first day of employment. This role involves working primarily Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with occasional evening or weekend shifts.

Job Details:

• Schedule: Typically Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with occasional evening or weekend shifts, minimum of 40 hours per week.
• Required Qualifications: Bachelor of Science (BS) degree or higher from an accredited Occupational Therapy program; current license to practice in the State of Montana; valid drivers license; appropriate auto insurance; and zero years of minimum experience required, though two years of previous OT experience is preferred.
• Preferred Qualifications: Two years of previous occupational therapy experience preferred.
• Additional Information: The Occupational Therapist will evaluate and establish care plans to meet patient needs in the home environment, coordinate multidisciplinary care, provide direct patient care, and manage documentation in accordance with evidence-based practice guidelines and Medicare regulations. The role includes supervising Occupational Therapy Assistants, managing time logs and mileage, participating in quality improvement initiatives, and ensuring licensure and continuing education requirements are maintained. Responsibilities also involve planning admissions and discharges, and participating in relevant care conferences.

Benefits:
The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:

• Private housing or generous housing allowance
• Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
• Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
• Competitive salaries
• Referral bonuses
• Travel reimbursement
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Direct deposit/free checking
• Unlimited free CE credits

All candidates must be prepared to present a valid Montana occupational therapy license upon starting the assignment.