Occupational Therapist

Ernest Health, Inc.; Billings (MT); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PPO and High Deductible Medical Plan

Flexible Spending / Health Savings

Dental and Vision coverage

401K with employer matching

Life insurance

Short- and long-term disability

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness program with quarterly events

Earned Time Off

Job summary

Ernest Health, Inc.'s Big Sky Rehabilitation Hospital in Billings, MT is seeking a dedicated Occupational Therapist for full-time employment. You will evaluate patients, promote recovery, and help them regain independence in daily activities within an inpatient rehab setting.

The role requires board licensure as an OT, CPR/BLS certification, and a graduate degree in OT. Prior rehab hospital experience is preferred; part-time and per diem options are also available.

Qualifications

• Graduate degree from an accredited Occupational Therapy program.
• Current State Occupational Therapist license required.
• Current CPR/BLS certification required.
• One year of rehabilitation hospital experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients and help improve basic motor functions.
• Teach patients to perform tasks in daily living and working environments.
• Assist patients with selecting adaptive equipment and devices as needed.
• Incorporate the hospital’s mission and guiding principles into daily practice.

Skills

OT licensure

CPR/BLS

Rehab experience

Education

Graduate OT degree

Job description

Occupational Therapist - Full Time - Billings, Montana
Part Time and Per Diem options available.

Join our world‑class team of driven, passionate healthcare professionals who are focused on service excellence and providing top quality care!

Big Sky Rehabilitation Hospital in Billings, Montana, is a leading inpatient rehabilitation hospital dedicated to helping patients recover, regain independence, and achieve their highest level of function after serious illness, injury, or surgery. Through comprehensive inpatient rehabilitation, 24‑hour nursing care, and coordinated interdisciplinary treatment, our team provides expert care for patients recovering from stroke, brain and spinal cord injuries, neurological conditions, orthopedic procedures, amputations, and other complex medical conditions. Serving communities across Montana and the surrounding region, we help patients return to their families, workplaces, and everyday lives with greater strength, confidence, and independence. Every team member plays a vital role in creating life‑changing outcomes and moments of hope for patients and families. Join a collaborative, compassionate team dedicated to delivering exceptional care through human connection.

As a participating hospital of Ernest Health, we offer robust recognition, wellness, and retention programs. These programs focus to enhance the employees’ work experience, recognize, and celebrate achievements. We also encourage employees to share their work experience through \"My Ernest Journey\" and through our Engagement Survey, where our approach is \"You Spoke, We Listened\". These platforms provide additional avenues for employees to give feedback about their work experience and share what is important to them.

Our hospital offers comprehensive benefits, designed to support your health and financial well‑being.

Benefits: Full Time / Part Time

• PPO and High Deductible Medical Plan options


• Flexible and Health Saving account options available


• Dental and Vision coverage


• 401K with employer matching


• Life insurance


• Short-and-long term disability


• Competitive compensation

Wellness & Work Life balance: Full Time / Part Time

• Employee Assistance Program


• Wellness Program with quarterly wellness challenges with participation incentives.


• Earned Time Off - Start accruing vacation time on start date.

Professional Growth: Full Time

• Clinical Career Ladder bonus program


• Therapy Preceptor bonus program

What you bring:

• A passion for patient care, a team player, motivating and collaborating therapist to assist patients to reach the best outcome.


• Graduate Degree from an accredited program in Occupational Therapy.


• Current State Occupational Therapist License.


• Current CPR

Qualifications

Required Skills:

• Current licensure as an Occupational Therapist required


• Basic Life Support/CPR card required


• One year of experience in the care of patients in rehabilitation hospital setting preferred.

Additional Qualifications/Skills:

• Knowledge of clinical operations and procedures.


• Demonstrates an understanding of treatment costs and financial support as they relate to quality and efficiency.


• Demonstrates competency in the provision of care according to established standards


• Demonstrates appropriate application of age specific standards, policies and procedures and guidelines in caring for pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients


• Demonstrates general computer skills including: data entry, word processing, email, and record management.


• Leadership skills in delegating, organizing, and educating coworkers and staff.


• Effective organizational and time management skills.


• Effective written and verbal communication skills.


• Ability to maintain proper levels of confidentiality.


• Ability to work closely and professionally with others.


• Ability to maintain quality, safety, and/or infection control standards.

Responsibilities

Evaluates patients and helps them improve basic motor functions and reasoning abilities, but also compensate for permanent loss of function by teaching them to perform tasks in their daily living and working environments. These patients may have conditions that are mentally, physically, developmentally, or emotionally disabling. May also assist patients in selecting appropriate adaptive equipment and assistive devices. Integrates the hospital’s mission and \"Guiding Principles\" into daily practice.