Occupational Therapist

Ernest Health, Inc.; Billings (MT); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Ernest Health, Inc. is seeking an Occupational Therapist for a full-time position at Big Sky Rehabilitation Hospital in Billings, Montana.

The role includes evaluating patients, promoting recovery, and facilitating independence after serious illness or injury. Required is a Graduate Degree in Occupational Therapy with active state licensure and CPR certification; one year of rehab hospital experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• 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.
• Knowledge of clinical operations and procedures related to care delivery and costs.
• Demonstrates ability to work with others and maintain confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates patients and helps improve basic motor functions and reasoning abilities, and teaches daily living tasks.
• Assists patients in selecting adaptive equipment and devices.
• Integrates hospital mission and guiding principles into daily practice.

Skills

Occupational Therapist license

CPR

Team collaboration

Education

Graduate Degree in Occupational Therapy

Tools

Data entry

Word processing

Email

Record management

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.