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Helena, Montana

Physical / Occupational Therapist Consultant

Occupational TherapistContract

Listed compensation

from $135

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Posted 3mo ago

Job Description

Independent Consultant Opportunity for Occupational or Physical Therapist

Looking to put your clinical skills to work in a position that values your expertise and gives you the chance to make a difference, one assessment at a time? The Periscope Group is a nationwide network of physical and occupational therapists who perform one-time, in-home medical necessity assessments.

  • Job Responsibilities
  • Participate in training to become a certified wearable device trainer
  • Perform one-time medical device training to patients with peripheral neuropathy
  • Provide education on use of the device
  • Complete documentation in a timely manner with collaboration with the review team as needed

Qualifications and Requirements

  • Current licensure as a Physical or Occupational Therapist (Sorry, No PTAs or COTAs).
  • Malpractice/Liability Insurance (may be purchased at the time of job offer).
  • Ability to lift up to 30 pounds, navigate stairs and varied home environments, and perform physical assessments as needed
  • Reliable transportation and the ability to travel to and from member homes
  • Proficient with technology: able to navigate online portals, upload documents, and use your preferred device (computer, tablet, or smartphone) for all work tasks
  • Strong critical thinking, problem-solving, and communication skills
  • Preferred Experience (Not Required)
  • Home safety assessment background
  • Knowledge (Familiarity) of durable medical equipment
  • Experience with home modifications
  • Work history with diverse medical conditions

Why Choose Us?

  • Set your own schedule as an independent contractor, within assessment timeframes
  • Compensation ranges from $135 to $200 per assessment, with rates varying based on your location and the specific type of assessment performed.
  • Access continuing education benefits and professional growth through our training and mentoring program
  • Become part of a nationwide network of expert consultants
  • Simple, fast onboarding and a streamlined documentation process

About Periscope

Founded in 1997, The Periscope Group is a privately held consulting company providing accurate, timely, and objective reports that help medical management teams serve their most vulnerable populations. Our services now reach all demographics and lines of business across 46 states. Learn more at periscope365.com.

  • If you’re looking to make a meaningful impact in a supportive setting, we’d love to connect with you!
  • Routine Assessment Rate
  • $135—$200 USD

Key Responsibilities

Perform one-time, in-home medical necessity assessments and provide training on wearable devices to patients with peripheral neuropathy. Complete timely documentation and collaborate with the review team to ensure accuracy.

Requirements

Must hold a current license as a Physical or Occupational Therapist and possess malpractice/liability insurance. Requires the ability to travel to homes, lift up to 30 pounds, and be proficient with digital portals and devices.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Physical TherapyOccupational TherapyPatient EducationClinical AssessmentTechnology Proficiency

Occupational Therapist Career Context

In Montana, the Occupational Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$100k (19 salary observations; 90 listings), vs ~$97k nationally (6,734 salary observations; 25,870 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-01-01 through 2026-10-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.

The cost-of-living index for Montana is 94.6 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$168k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $177k in an average-cost state. 59.2% of Montana clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

What does the Occupational Therapy market look like in Montana?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Work-life score7.5 / 10 · top 10% in occupational therapyranked against 9,325 Occupational Therapy listingslisting-based score, 0–10
Listed pay$135k–$200kOccupational Therapy median $101k (middle half $84k–$110k)28 comparable listings, Oct 2026
Montana vs national$100k median in Montana$97k nationally (+3%)19 state / 6,734 national salary observations
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$177k in purchasing powerMontana index 94.6 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Occupational Therapy listings in Montana35 active9,374 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 40% no call · 60% no weekends40 benchmarked listings
Occupational Therapy pay trend+1.5% vs prior quarter—through Sep 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index (9,325 Occupational Therapy listings), BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Oct 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Physical / Occupational Therapist Consultant at Confidential Employer a 7.5 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as very good. This places the position in the top 10% in Occupational Therapy — ranked against 9,325 active Occupational Therapy listings on WeekdayDoc.

Top contract/1099 Occupational Therapist Jobs

21 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

21 jobs · 12 employers
1
$90k
7
$95k-105k
7
$105k-110k
2
$110k-130k
4
$130k+

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

21 jobs · 12 employers
401k / retirement match
90%
CME allowance
52% this job
Sign-on bonus
43%
Loan repayment
14%
Relocation assistance
5%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

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$80-$130/hr
#2

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$154k-$207k
#3

Occupational Therapist Matawan NJ

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#4

Occupational Therapist Marlboro NJ

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+ 19 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

median 4.8this job 7.5
Among the best 10% of Occupational Therapy listings for work-life

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 9,325 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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About Confidential Employer

Hospitals and Health Care
San Francisco , CA
51-200 employees

Benefits & Perks

Set your own schedule
Continuing education
Training and mentoring program
Streamlined documentation

Living in Helena

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$479k≈ 3.5× annual pay
Typical market rent
$1,616/mo≈ 14% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
14 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
95.7
State income tax
Up to 6.8%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Helena, MT metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

Ratios use this listing’s gross annual pay. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.