Pediatric Occupational Therapist

About us: 

Little legends Therapy is a private therapy practice in Billings, MT that is growing and looking to add members to build a strong pediatric team to serve our community. Little Legends Therapy believes in creating an environment where children can feel safe and build the skills they need to be successful in their daily occupations. We believe in a “bottom-up” approach, addressing the foundational components, filling in the holes to facilitate motivation, participation, confidence, and success in daily occupations.We are on the go and enjoy making therapy fun for everyone! 

Full Job description: 

At our clinic, we believe every child is full of potential. We are a team of therapists who are passionate about creating a supportive, playful, and encouraging environment where kids and families feel valued and cared for. We’re looking for a Pediatric Occupational Therapist who shares our heart for children and families and wants to grow alongside a collaborative, fun-loving team.

Responsibilities: 

• Administer screening measures and standardized assessments to patients
• Interpret results from assessments to create and write up individualized treatment plans based on medical diagnosis, age, environmental factors, etc.
• Implement interventions based on observations and interactions with patients and caregivers
• Ability to work with patients of all ages
• Conduct caregiver interviews and provide education, training, and home programming to support generalization of skills
• Discharge planning and recommendations 
• Document evaluations, progress notes, and treatment plans in compliance with clinic standards and insurance requirements.
• Participate in team meetings and contribute to a positive, collaborative workplace culture.
• Supervise and educate fieldwork students and student observers. 
• Minor administration and office duties 

Qualifications: 

• Masters or Doctorates degree in Occupational Therapy.
• Current Montana state OT license.
• NBCOT certification. 
• Prior pediatric experience is strongly preferred; new graduates with pediatric fieldwork experience will be considered.
• Strong clinical reasoning, organizational, and communication skills.
• CPR certification within 30 days of hire (will reimburse course).
• Excellent communication, organizational, and documentation skills.
• Ability to work independently and within a team environment.
• Able to lift 50 pounds.
• Organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Able to lift 50 pounds. 

Preferred Skills & Knowledge:

• Experience in sensory integration, feeding therapy, or handwriting interventions.
• Familiarity with conditions such as autism spectrum disorder, ADHD, developmental delays, and other pediatric diagnoses.

6 month probationary period for employment 

Benefits:

• Paid time off  - accrual begins day 1 of full time hours (eligible to use after 3 months)
• Health Insurance options (eligible after 3 months)
• Simple IRA with 3% match  (eligible 1 yr after employment) 
• Weekly visit incentives (eligible after 6 month probationary period)
• Continuing education opportunities and opportunities for professional growth (eligible after 6 month probationary period)
• License reimbursement 
• Supportive and collaborative environment
• Mentorship and training on the job
• Liability insurance paid by the employer