Logan Health·Kalispell, Montana
Provide quality occupational therapy services following state guidelines and institutional policies to ensure compassionate patient care. Responsibilities include implementing individualized treatment programs and collaborating with patients and families to develop goals and discharge plans.
This position provides quality occupational therapy services set by state practice guidelines, Medicare and assigned area(s) policies and procedures.
Meets legal, ethical and institutional standards while adhering to the philosophy, objectives, policies and procedures of the department and Logan Health.
Supports the organization in fulfilling the mission, vision, and values of Logan Health.
Our Mission: Quality, compassionate care for all.
Our Vision: Reimagine health care through connection, service and innovation.
Our Core Values: Be Kind | Trust and Be Trusted | Work Together | Strive for Excellence.
Minimum of one (1) of the following required: Current Montana Occupational Therapist (OT) license. Graduate of an accredited program of Occupational Therapy and must successfully obtain Montana Occupational Therapist (OT) license within thirty (30) days of hire. RQI Provider (BLS) within seven (7) days of hire/transfer or before independent patient care, whichever comes first, required. Knowledge of and skilled in the use of materials and equipment, processes, procedures and techniques currently used in occupational therapy. Promotes excellence through setting high standards and providing high quality outcomes. Ability to act with integrity, kindness, and exhibit empathy. Excellent organizational skills, detail-oriented, a self-starter, possess critical thinking skills and be able to set priorities and function as part of a team as well as independently. Commitment to working in a team environment and maintaining confidentiality as needed. Excellent verbal and written communication skills including the ability to communicate effectively with various audiences. Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to manage sensitive and confidential situations with tact, professionalism, and diplomacy. Possess and maintain computer skills to include working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and ability to learn other software as needed. Job Specific Duties: Effectively plans, oversees, delegates and instructs assigned staff members in an effort to provide services in a competent and efficient manner. Administers OT treatment to patients relative to age, culture and conditions of patient as applicable to assigned area(s). Implements specific and individualized treatment programs for patients according to the principles of OT, Logan Health policy and payer requirements. Completes all required documentation in a timely manner according to payer guidelines (Medicare, private insurance, Medicaid) and Montana practice guidelines for occupational therapy. Exhibits effective communication skills in regards to all aspects of care, i.e. communication with patients, peers, family members, students and team members regarding OT related information. Collaborates with patient, family and team to develop goals and/or discharge. Enhances rehabilitation services by participating in projects and/or programs within the department, the facility and the community as applicable to assigned area(s). Achieves set productivity standards per department protocol and as applicable to assigned area(s). The above essential functions are representative of major duties of positions in this job classification. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary based upon departmental needs. Other duties may be assigned similar to the above consistent with knowledge, skills and abilities required for the job. Not all of the duties may be assigned to a position. Maintains regular and consistent attendance as scheduled by department leadership.
Candidates must be a graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program and hold or obtain a Montana OT license within 30 days of hire. BLS certification is required within seven days of hire or before independent patient care.
Market context
In Montana, allied health travel assignments are often driven by outpatient and hospital coverage needs across a broad patient mix, so adaptable clinicians with strong communication skills tend to stand out. These roles can be competitive because employers look for candidates who can commit to a 13-week assignment and work in a community-focused setting. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your fit for the setting and assignment length before applying.