Travel Occupational Therapist - Outpatient - $2,427 per week

American Traveler; Plains (MT); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Premium medical, dental, vision, life

401(k) match

Housing stipend

Job summary

American Traveler seeks a Travel Outpatient Occupational Therapist for a 13-week assignment in Plains, Montana. Work 40 hours weekly, four 10-hour days, in a rural critical access hospital with orthopedic and geriatric cases. Start date 11/09/2026; travel role with dayshift, minimal on-call.

Candidate must have 2+ years OT experience, BLS, and MT OT licensure if required; Epic EMR used for charting. Housing stipends and comprehensive benefits accompany this travel opportunity.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in Occupational Therapy.
• BLS certification required.
• MT OT license required if applicable (can be obtained after offer).
• Epic charting experience preferred.
• Experience in orthopedic care including hip/knee conditions.

Responsibilities

• Provide therapy services across acute, outpatient, and rehab settings.
• Perform assessments, evaluations, discharge planning, and reassessments.
• Develop and implement care plans for orthopedic and geriatric patients.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and educate patients and families.
• Document care using Epic EMR with accuracy and timeliness.

Skills

Orthopedic care

Geriatric care

Home exercise programs

Patient education

Clinical assessment

Tools

Epic EMR

Job description

Job Description & Requirements

American Traveler is seeking a travel Outpatient Occupational Therapist for a travel job in Plains, Montana.

• Specialty: Occupational Therapist
• Discipline: Therapy
• Start Date: 11/09/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 10 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 4x10hrs
• Hours: 40 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Nov 9, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring an Outpatient Occupational Therapist with 2+ years of experience for a critical access hospital offering broad clinical exposure across inpatient, outpatient, and home health settings.

Details

• Rural critical access hospital providing inpatient, outpatient, and minimal in-home therapy
• Majority of patients present with orthopedic or general geriatric conditions, with occasional TBI/CVA/PD cases
• Day shift schedule, 4x10 hour shifts from 8:00 AM to 6:30 PM
• Weekend rotation required every 3rd weekend
• Epic EMR used for charting
• No on-call requirements

Requirements

• Minimum 2 years of experience in Occupational Therapy required
• BLS certification required
• MT OT license required if applicable, can be obtained after offer
• Epic charting experience preferred
• Experience in orthopedic care including hip fracture, total hip replacement, knee injuries, and total knee replacement
• Skills in home exercise programs, lifting and transfer techniques, and patient/family education

Additional Information

• Provide therapy services across acute care, adult outpatient, and adult rehabilitation settings
• Perform assessments, evaluations, discharge planning, and reassessments as part of care plan
• Facility is a critical access hospital with 15 staffed beds serving Sanders County residents
• First-time travelers will be considered for this position
• Local candidates accepted
• RTO limited to a maximum of 6 days
• Free traveler parking available on-site
• Located in rural Western Montana near Glacier National Park, Flathead Lake, and multiple ski resorts offering quiet small-town living

American Traveler Job ID #P-766959. Pay package is based on 10 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 - Outpatient

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.