Schools - Occupational Therapist

Job Description

Job Description

Master's degree in Occupational Therapy, active Occupational Therapist license and 1+ year of Occupational Therapy experience required. Applicants who do not meet these qualifications will not be considered.

A full-time Occupational Therapist (OT) opportunity is available for a contracted position serving K-12 students across multiple rural schools within a Montana region. This in-person role requires flexible travel utilizing your own vehicle to provide therapy services at 15 member school districts surrounding Missoula. The assignment spans a full academic semester, Monday through Friday.

Responsibilities include :

• Delivering direct occupational therapy services to students in K-12 settings.
• Traveling regularly from Missoula to assigned rural districts, distances ranging from 4 to 81 miles one way, based on daily assignments.
• Collaborating with educators, administrators, and families to develop and implement individualized education programs (IEPs).
• Maintaining accurate and timely documentation of therapy services and student progress.
• Participating in team meetings and professional development activities related to school-based therapy.

Preferred qualifications :

Location : The primary base is near Lolo, Montana, with daily travel to multiple rural sites including Alberton, Arlee, Bonner, Charlo, Clinton, DeSmet, Dixon, Lolo, Potomac, St. Ignatius, Seeley Lake, Sunset, Superior, Swan Valley, and Woodman.

Benefits of this role include extensive hands-on experience in diverse school settings and the opportunity to impact rural student populations. This position remains open until filled.

Qualified professionals interested in supporting student success through occupational therapy services across Montanas rural schools are encouraged to apply promptly.