TITLE: Occupational TherapistLOCATION: Miles City, MONTANA
Now is your chance to join a top hospital where career growth and opportunity await you.
They are committed to building healthcare teams whose care exceeds the expectations of their patients and community and are looking for individuals who share the same values.
You could live in an area with a low cost of living work at a medical center which is a progressive rural healthcare organization located in the picturesque Badlands of Eastern Montana might be the place.
What they’re looking for:
•Bachelor's degree in occupational therapy required.
•Current registration with the American Occupational Therapy Association required.
•Licensed within the State of Montana
Hours and compensation potential:
•Position is day shift.
•The range is between $34.50hr-$42hr plus full benefits and relocation/sign on bonus.
What you’ll be doing:
•The Registered Occupational Therapist will provide diagnostic evaluations and treatment to assigned patients, and help patients reach maximum performance level and to use skills learned to the fullest to function in the community within the limits of their capabilities.
•Administers comprehensive evaluations and documents of assigned patients in accordance with departmental standards and procedures. Provides consultation in areas such as environmental design, adaptive equipment, proper positioning of patients to prevent contractures and splinting, and to agencies such as local schools, nursing homes, home care agencies, and hospital settings.
•Maintains timely and accurate patient records and reports.
•Designs and administers treatment programs to increase patients' levels of functioning. Uses therapeutic exercises and activities to improve or maintain strength, range of motion, and fine-motor coordination. Instructs patients in adapted techniques and the use of adaptive equipment for meal preparation, home management, dressing, feeding, and other self-care skills. Trains patients in the use of upper-extremity prosthetic devices to resume previous daily routines. Participates in home assessments.
•Provides therapy for neurological integration; administers sensor-motor integration treatment techniques and visual perceptual-motor remediation programs. Uses activities to increase developmental levels of patients. Designs and provides individualized therapy for adult learning-disabled patients.
•Designs and fabricates splints as specified by doctors' prescriptions; designs and/or fabricates slings and adaptive equipment to meet the needs of patients and/or their families.
•Administers treatment programs to traumatic brain-injured patients. Uses activities to improve judgment skills, reality orientation, and organizational skills.
•Provides prevention therapy to maintain functional skills; instructs patients in energy conservation, joint protection, safety techniques for sensory loss, and transferring and visual field deficits; instructs patients' families in personal care for patients, especially proper transfer techniques to avoid back strain.
•Provides activities to assess patients' organizational skills, attention spans, cognitive abilities, coordination (fine and gross-motor), and adaptive-equipment needs.
•Designs home programs and instructs patients or families in carrying out such programs.
•Participates in patient support groups with other team members.
•Provides evaluations and develops a plan of care.
Additional Info:
Facility is a 25 bed critical access hospital. Great team environment and it's a great place to work.
If you're a dedicated Occupational Therapist seeking a rewarding career in a supportive healthcare environment, look no further. Join us outside of Miles City and become part of our exceptional team dedicated to providing top-notch care to our community. Apply now and take the next step in your career journey!
Freqently Asked Questions
In Miles City, MT, Occupational Therapists often work in a tight-knit rural hospital environment, focusing on community-based rehabilitation and adapting treatments to local resources. This contrasts with urban settings where caseloads may be larger and specialized services more readily available, making rural therapy roles uniquely community-oriented.
Beyond the mandatory Montana state license and AOTA registration, additional credentials like Certified Hand Therapist (CHT) or neurorehabilitation certifications can enhance an occupational therapist’s profile in Montana’s healthcare market, reflecting the region’s demand for versatile skills in diverse clinical settings.
Therapists in rural hospitals such as Recruiting Group Inc's facility often experience accelerated professional growth by taking on diverse responsibilities, including home assessments and interdisciplinary consultations, fostering broad clinical expertise and leadership roles uncommon in larger urban centers.
Working in a smaller facility requires adaptability as therapists manage varied cases, from neurological rehab to splint fabrication, often with limited onsite resources. Balancing comprehensive patient care with administrative duties like timely documentation is essential to maintain quality standards.
Recruiting Group Inc provides competitive hourly wages ($34.50-$42), full benefits, and relocation bonuses tailored to attract skilled therapists to rural Montana. Their emphasis on team culture and career advancement creates a supportive environment rarely found in comparable rural healthcare jobs.
Miles City’s rural setting results in moderate competition, with fewer qualified therapists available locally. Employers often value candidates willing to relocate and offer incentives, making it an attractive market for Occupational Therapists seeking impactful roles with less saturated demand.
Occupational Therapists in Montana's rural hospitals typically earn between $34.50 and $42 per hour, reflecting the balance of rural cost of living and specialized skill demands. This range includes additional benefits and signing bonuses, making total compensation competitive for similar roles nationwide.
Therapists at Recruiting Group Inc enjoy a collaborative, patient-focused culture emphasizing professional respect and community impact. The small hospital setting fosters close-knit teamwork and flexible clinical roles, enhancing job satisfaction and personal connection to patient outcomes.
Yes, the company offers relocation bonuses and assistance to ease the transition for new Occupational Therapists moving to Miles City. This support reflects their commitment to building a diverse healthcare team despite the challenges of rural recruitment.
Successful therapists here combine strong diagnostic evaluation skills with hands-on abilities in adaptive equipment design and patient education. Familiarity with neurological integration and sensorimotor treatments is highly advantageous, aligning with the hospital’s broad therapy needs.
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