Occupational Therapist
Listed compensation
$33.5-$50.24/hr
The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed
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Job Description
A healthcare facility in Eastern Montana is looking for an Occupational Therapist to join its team in a full-time, permanent position. This is a great opportunity to make a meaningful difference in patients’ lives while enjoying a supportive work environment, competitive benefits, and the beauty of Montana’s outdoors.
Pay Range: $33.50–$50.24 per hour
Occupational Therapist Benefits
- Relocation Assistance: Available on a case-by-case basis.
- Temporary Housing: Two months of complimentary housing to help make your transition to the area easier.
- Health Insurance: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- Retirement Savings: 401(k) plan with employer matching contributions.
Occupational Therapist Responsibilities
Assess patients’ physical, cognitive, and emotional abilities to determine individual needs and establish appropriate therapy goals.
Create and implement customized treatment plans designed to improve daily functioning, mobility, and independence.
Provide occupational therapy interventions using a variety of techniques, equipment, and adaptive tools.
Guide patients and their families through treatment plans, recovery expectations, and strategies for managing everyday activities.
Work closely with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate care and support positive patient outcomes.
Maintain detailed clinical documentation, including treatment plans, patient progress, and therapy outcomes.
Occupational Therapist Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Therapy required.
- Current registration with the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA) required.
Previous occupational therapy experience is preferred, with at least one year of experience considered an advantage.
The Location
- Affordable Living: Benefit from a lower cost of living and an attractive quality of life.
- Peaceful Community: Enjoy the comfort and quiet of a rural setting known for its low crime rates.
Outdoor Recreation: Take advantage of year-round opportunities for hunting, fishing, camping, hiking, biking, and wildlife watching, with the scenic Yellowstone River right nearby.
Small-Town Appeal: Explore locally owned shops, unique businesses, and welcoming restaurants that give the community its distinctive charm.
If you’re an Occupational Therapist looking for a fulfilling position, a supportive healthcare team, and an opportunity to experience the best of Montana living, this could be the perfect fit for you!
Key Responsibilities
Assess patients' physical, cognitive, and emotional needs to develop and implement customized treatment plans. Collaborate with healthcare professionals to coordinate care and maintain detailed clinical documentation of patient progress.
Requirements
Requires a Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy and current registration with the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA). Previous experience in occupational therapy is preferred.
Qualifications
- Education
- Bachelor degree
Key Skills
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 ~$87k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $92k in an average-cost state. 59.2% of Montana clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Listed pay | $70k–$104k | Occupational Therapy median $104k (middle half $93k–$120k)362 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 | ~$92k in purchasing power | Montana index 94.6 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Occupational Therapy listings in Montana | 35 active | 9,313 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 2% remote · 40% no call · 57% no weekends42 benchmarked listings |
| Occupational Therapy pay trend | +1.5% vs prior quarter | —through Sep 2026 |
| Ironside Human Resources | silver tier, 71/100 | Top Employers work-life index174 active listings |
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