What are the responsibilities and job description for the Occupational Therapist - Travel Contract position at Jackson Therapy Partners?
Make a meaningful difference as a travel OT. We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Occupational Therapist to help patients with injuries, illnesses, or disabilities regain or improve their daily skills while exploring a new location.
Minimum Requirements
- Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctoral degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited educational program.
- Active Montana OT license is required to start the assignment.
- BLS certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross may be required.
- Experience working in a skilled nursing facility or long-term care setting is required.
- Experience with documentation in electronic medical records is required.
- Client requires availability for Monday through Friday day shift scheduling (5 x 8 hour shifts).
- Must be able to meet facility onboarding requirements, including any background checks and health screenings.
- Preferred: experience with geriatric populations and restorative therapy programs.
Assignment Details
- Facility Type: Skilled Nursing Facility.
- Shift Name: Days.
- Shift Details: 8-hour shifts, Monday through Friday.
- Positions Available: 1.
- Assignment Dates: June 15 start with assignment through mid-September to early October timeframe.
- Cancellation Terms: 14 day cancellation; 36 hour minimum cancellation window.
Location Highlights
Missoula offers outdoor recreation and cultural attractions within easy reach. The city sits near the Rattlesnake National Recreation Area and Reserve, about a 10–20 minute drive from central Missoula, and is roughly 1.5 hours from Glacier National Park, offering hiking, camping, and alpine scenery. Missoula features the Clark Fork River running through downtown with riverfront trails and rafting opportunities, and is home to the University of Montana, contributing cultural events, live music venues, and museums within a short commute. The area supports an outdoors-oriented lifestyle with nearby mountain biking and skiing options at Lost Trail Powder Mountain within a 90–120 minute drive, and offers a compact urban core with restaurants, galleries, and public transit connections for an easy suburban-to-urban experience.
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EEO Statement
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability, or protected veteran status.