Travel Occupational Therapist - $2,467 per week

American Traveler; Kalispell (MT); On-site; USD 55,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free parking

Job summary

American Traveler is seeking a travel Occupational Therapist for a SNF in Kalispell, Montana. The role focuses on geriatric care within a Transitional Care Unit and Long-Term Care beds, with a primary emphasis on TCU, and occasional LTC duties.

The position requires an active Montana OT license, BLS certification, and 2+ years of related experience. Expect 40 hours per week, with 8-hour day shifts and potential to float to acute care as needed.

Qualifications

• Active Montana OT license required.
• BLS certification required.
• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy or higher.
• Minimum 2 years of experience, SNF/TCU/rehab/acute care preferred in that order.
• Experience with EMR systems (Therapute/Meditech/PCC) is required.
• Discharge planning, ROM, and patient evaluations experience is required.
• Strong computer skills and teamwork abilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide OT services in SNF with TCU and LTC beds.
• Manage a caseload of geriatric patients with diverse diagnoses.
• Document in EMR systems and coordinate with Rehab Team.
• Participate in 5-day work weeks with days shifts and occasional float to acute care.
• Support 6 days per week patient care with weekend rotation.

Skills

Occupational Therapist

BLS certification

Education

Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy

Tools

Therapute

Meditech

PCC

Job description

Job Description & Requirements

American Traveler is seeking a travel Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) Occupational Therapist for a travel job in Kalispell, Montana.

• Specialty: Occupational Therapist
• Discipline: Therapy
• Start Date: 12/14/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Description & Requirements

American Traveler is seeking a travel Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) Occupational Therapist for a travel job in Kalispell, Montana.

• Specialty: Occupational Therapist
• Discipline: Therapy
• Start Date: 12/14/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 5x8hrs
• Hours: 40 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Dec 14, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring an Occupational Therapist with 2+ years of experience for a skilled nursing and transitional care unit setting, primarily serving geriatric patients.

Details

• Work in a skilled nursing facility with Transitional Care Unit (TCU) and Long-Term Care (LTC) beds, 110 beds total (20 TCU, 90 LTC)
• Average census of 95-100 residents/patients
• Primary focus on TCU beds, with additional work on LTC beds
• Patient population includes ortho, medical/surgical, cardiopulmonary, and neurologic (CVA, Parkinson's) diagnoses, majority geriatric
• Typical caseload of 7-11 patients per day, with new evaluations factoring into lower range
• EMR used includes Therapute for therapy charting, with Meditech and PCC for patient information lookup
• 8-hour day shifts, approximately 0800-1630 including lunch
• Weekend rotation required to support 6 days/week total patient care, with each therapist working 5 days/week
• Potential to float to acute care when case work is completed, connected to the hospital
• No on-call requirements

Requirements

• Active Montana State OT license required (license required if applicable)
• BLS certification required
• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy or higher
• Minimum 2 years of experience required; SNF, TCU, rehab, or acute care experience preferred in that order
• Experience with EMR systems required
• Skills in discharge planning, range of motion (ROM), and patient evaluations required
• Strong computer efficiency and teamwork skills required
• Tolerance for challenging patient behavior required

Additional Information

• Work alongside a Therapy Supervisor, 2 other OTs plus PRN support, 2 PT staff, and 2 Restorative Aides
• Unit culture described as productive, adaptable, and collaborative
• Orientation includes New Employee Orientation (NEO) with on‑floor training alongside staff starting day one, gradually increasing caseload
• No major holiday coverage required
• RTO requests go through the manager for approval
• First-time travelers considered if relevant LTC/SNF experience
• Scrubs must be any solid, professional color; business casual also acceptable
• Free parking available on‑site

American Traveler Job ID #P-780089. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel Occupational Therapist - Skilled Nursing Facility

About American Traveler

With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry‑free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.

With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.

American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.

With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.