Occupational Therapist

vTech Solution; Havre (MT); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

vTech Solution in Montana seeks an experienced Occupational Therapist to provide medically prescribed therapy programs, focusing on hand therapy, in outpatient and acute care settings. The role considers gender, age, culture, and education in patient care.

You will organize and conduct tailored programs, assess conditions, develop treatment plans, apply modalities, collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, document progress, and educate patients and families on goals and home care.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited occupational therapy program recognized by the American Occupational Therapy Association.
• Licensed to practice occupational therapy in Montana.
• Modality endorsement as required by Montana state guidelines.
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant occupational therapy experience.
• Amiable personality with sound judgment and empathetic patient care approach.

Responsibilities

• Organize and conduct occupational therapy programs tailored to patient needs.
• Assess patient conditions and develop individualized treatment plans.
• Apply therapeutic modalities and techniques specific to hand therapy.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate patient care.
• Maintain accurate documentation of patient progress and treatment outcomes.
• Educate patients and families on therapy goals and home care techniques.
• Adhere to professional standards and state regulations in therapy delivery.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Empathetic patient care

Education

Accredited OT program (OT degree)

Montana OT license

Modality endorsement

Job description

Job Summary:

The Occupational Therapist provides medically prescribed therapy programs to help individuals improve their quality of life following injury, disease, or loss of a body part. This role requires consideration of patients' gender, age, cultural differences, and educational needs. The therapist works primarily in outpatient and acute care settings, focusing on hand therapy and related modalities in accordance with Montana state guidelines.

Responsibilities:

• Organize and conduct occupational therapy programs tailored to patient needs.
• Assess patient conditions and develop individualized treatment plans.
• Apply therapeutic modalities and techniques specific to hand therapy.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate patient care.
• Maintain accurate documentation of patient progress and treatment outcomes.
• Educate patients and families on therapy goals and home care techniques.
• Adhere to professional standards and state regulations in therapy delivery.

Required Skills & Certifications:

• Graduate of an accredited professional occupational therapy program recognized by the American Occupational Therapy Association.
• Licensed to practice occupational therapy in the state of Montana.
• Modality endorsement as required by Montana state guidelines.
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant occupational therapy experience.
• Amiable personality with sound judgment and empathetic patient care approach.

Preferred Skills & Certifications:

• Experience in both outpatient and acute care settings, with a focus on hand therapy.
• Additional certifications or training related to hand therapy or specific therapeutic modalities.

Special Considerations:

• Applicants must exceed a 250-mile radius from the facility to be considered for travel positions.
• Ability to work with diverse patient populations considering gender, age, culture, and educational background.

Scheduling:

• Work primarily in outpatient and acute care settings with schedules determined by patient needs and facility requirements.