Occupational Therapist - Travel Contract

Jackson Therapy Partners
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Job Details

  • Location: Butte, MT, 59701
  • Date Posted: 2026-04-06
  • Employment Type: Full Time
  • Category: Occupational Therapists
  • Req Number: 440430
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Description

Make a meaningful difference as a travel OT with Jackson Therapy Partners. We seek a dedicated and compassionate Occupational Therapist to help patients with injuries, illnesses, or disabilities regain or improve daily skills while exploring a new location.


Minimum Requirements

  • Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctoral degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited educational program.
  • Active Montana Occupational Therapy license required to start the assignment.
  • BLS (Basic Life Support) certification from AHA or ARC required or must be obtained prior to start.
  • Experience working in skilled nursing facility settings required. Client prefers prior experience treating geriatric populations, dementia care, or long-term care caseloads.
  • Demonstrated ability to complete documentation in electronic medical records in a timely manner.
  • Current TB screening and immunizations per facility policy required prior to start.
  • Preferred: Experience with adaptive equipment, splinting, and restorative nursing programs. Preferred: VA or veteran-focused care experience.


Assignment Details

  • Facility Type: Skilled Nursing Facility.
  • Shift Name: Days.
  • Shift Details: Days.
  • Guaranteed Hours: 36 hours guaranteed per week.
  • Assignment Length: 13 weeks.
  • Start Region: Southwest Montana Veterans Home assignment located in Butte, MT.


Location Highlights

Butte sits in southwestern Montana near several outdoor and cultural destinations. Visitors find Basin Creek and the Continental Divide Trail within a short drive, and the city is approximately 60 miles from the edge of Yellowstone National Park access corridors. The area offers historic Main Street mining landmarks and the World Museum of Mining within city limits, providing an urban-suburban combination with easy access to hiking, fishing on nearby rivers, and winter recreation at ski areas within a one- to two-hour drive. Public transit options and regional airport connections are available for longer commutes, making the locale suitable for clinicians seeking a mix of outdoor adventure and small-city amenities.


Benefits Designed for Travelers

We value your time and commitment. Benefit details will be provided by your recruiter during the application process.


Impacting Patient Care Nationwide

Join Jackson Therapy Partners as an occupational therapist and gain flexibility and stability in travel contracts. A recruiter will contact you with additional information about assignment logistics, benefits, and next steps.


EEO Statement

Jackson Healthcare and its family of companies are an EEO/AA Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all of our associates.