Occupational Therapist Jobs in Idaho
Occupational Therapist jobs in Idaho are steadily in demand, with consistent hiring across hospital systems, pediatric clinics, school districts, and rural rehabilitation settings that serve a geographically dispersed population. The strongest hiring activity is in Boise, Idaho Falls, and Pocatello, where employers like Saint Alphonsus Regional Medical Center, Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center, and Portneuf Medical Center have established occupational therapy departments. Pediatric OT, acute care rehab, and school-based practice are among the most sought-after specializations statewide. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Gateway Transitional Care Center is seeking a Lead Outpatient Occupational Therapist to join our in-house therapy team and work with us in providing our programs and services to our deserving patients.
Contact HR at 208-223-4190 or aeskelson@ensignservices.net to schedule an interview.
You will have a flexible schedule and the support of a dynamic and highly qualified rehab director, therapy team members and facility staff. In return for your clinical excellence and professional passion we can offer you a highly competitive compensation package, paid CEU's and on-going professional development opportunities. We have been in-house with therapy for many years which gives us a significant edge going into the current payment model changes. Our therapy and nursing teams work collaboratively to ensure outstanding outcomes for our patients. Help us build something great and share in the Ensign experience with these in-house facility teams where our core values of ownership, passion for learning, loving one another, and celebration are evident every day.
Duties:
· With clinician input, assigns patient caseload and other responsibilities to staff
· Orients, trains, supports and counsels therapy department to improve job performance and to maintain high
standards of care using evidence-based practice.
· Establishes monthly department goals and objectives in conjunction with the facility’s objectives
· Supervises rehab staff and ensures effective rehab staff orientation, training and ongoing competency including
licensure and certification verification in coordination with Human Resources.
· Coordinates outpatient therapy admissions and distribution of caseload including productivity management
· Acts as a rehab case manager for HMO patients or other complex cases with working knowledge of various payers and regulatory requirements for each
· Ensures that rehab department is compliant with all outpatient therapy regulatory issues as established by Federal,
State and company requirements. ‘
Ensures compliance and accuracy with treatment minutes and other administrative records, as assigned
· Ensures rehab department provides skilled, clinically appropriate and evidence-based care.
· Develop quality standards for program outcomes, performance improvement, customer satisfaction data,
documentation, educational needs, and clinical standards.
· Establish and administer business development initiatives and marketing strategies for programs and services.
Implement changes that impact programs based on outcome data.
· Promoting staff to develop effective physician partnerships and referral relations. Monitoring physician referral trends
and adjusting site strategies accordingly. Formulate, implement and monitor short and long-range goals in conjunction with other leadership.
· Represents the rehab department in the interdisciplinary team at assigned meetings
· Oversees provision of appropriate interdisciplinary education programs
· Responsible to recruit, develop, and retains top talent and train high-quality therapy staff.
· Gives input to department policies and procedures and assures employee compliance
· Communicates effectively with administration regarding programs, goals, objectives, problems and successes
· Communicates effectively with physicians regarding patient problems, progress and service programs
· Communicates effectively to the public and to medical personnel outside the facility regarding the therapy services
offered by the facility
· Participates in in-service training programs for facility staff and for community education
· Is familiar with revenue/expense information and controls the expenditure of funds to meet budgetary requirements
Gateway Transitional Care Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $38.00 - $45.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
*NEWLY REMODELED THERAPY FLOOR NOW OPEN!!!
$5000 Sign-On Bonus
Join a team leading change in the industry!
Gateway Transitional Care Center is seeking a Lead Outpatient Occupational Therapist to join our in-house therapy team and work with us in providing our programs and services to our deserving patients.
Contact HR at 208-223-4190 or aeskelson@ensignservices.net to schedule an interview.
You will have a flexible schedule and the support of a dynamic and highly qualified rehab director, therapy team members and facility staff. In return for your clinical excellence and professional passion we can offer you a highly competitive compensation package, paid CEU's and on-going professional development opportunities. We have been in-house with therapy for many years which gives us a significant edge going into the current payment model changes. Our therapy and nursing teams work collaboratively to ensure outstanding outcomes for our patients. Help us build something great and share in the Ensign experience with these in-house facility teams where our core values of ownership, passion for learning, loving one another, and celebration are evident every day.
Duties:
· With clinician input, assigns patient caseload and other responsibilities to staff
· Orients, trains, supports and counsels therapy department to improve job performance and to maintain high
standards of care using evidence-based practice.
· Establishes monthly department goals and objectives in conjunction with the facility’s objectives
· Supervises rehab staff and ensures effective rehab staff orientation, training and ongoing competency including
licensure and certification verification in coordination with Human Resources.
· Coordinates outpatient therapy admissions and distribution of caseload including productivity management
· Acts as a rehab case manager for HMO patients or other complex cases with working knowledge of various payers and regulatory requirements for each
· Ensures that rehab department is compliant with all outpatient therapy regulatory issues as established by Federal,
State and company requirements. ‘
Ensures compliance and accuracy with treatment minutes and other administrative records, as assigned
· Ensures rehab department provides skilled, clinically appropriate and evidence-based care.
· Develop quality standards for program outcomes, performance improvement, customer satisfaction data,
documentation, educational needs, and clinical standards.
· Establish and administer business development initiatives and marketing strategies for programs and services.
Implement changes that impact programs based on outcome data.
· Promoting staff to develop effective physician partnerships and referral relations. Monitoring physician referral trends
and adjusting site strategies accordingly. Formulate, implement and monitor short and long-range goals in conjunction with other leadership.
· Represents the rehab department in the interdisciplinary team at assigned meetings
· Oversees provision of appropriate interdisciplinary education programs
· Responsible to recruit, develop, and retains top talent and train high-quality therapy staff.
· Gives input to department policies and procedures and assures employee compliance
· Communicates effectively with administration regarding programs, goals, objectives, problems and successes
· Communicates effectively with physicians regarding patient problems, progress and service programs
· Communicates effectively to the public and to medical personnel outside the facility regarding the therapy services
offered by the facility
· Participates in in-service training programs for facility staff and for community education
· Is familiar with revenue/expense information and controls the expenditure of funds to meet budgetary requirements
Gateway Transitional Care Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $38.00 - $45.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
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What Idaho Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in occupational therapist jobs across Idaho.
- Active occupational therapist license issued or recognized by the Idaho State Board of Medicine
- Master's or doctoral degree in occupational therapy from an accredited program
- Passing score on the NBCOT certification examination required for state licensure
- Experience with pediatric, acute care, or rehabilitation patient populations preferred
- Proficiency with electronic health record systems such as Epic or Cerner
- Valid CPR and Basic Life Support certification current at time of hire
Occupational Therapist Jobs in Idaho: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a occupational therapist in Idaho?
To practice as an occupational therapist in Idaho, you must hold a license issued by the Idaho State Board of Medicine, which oversees OT licensure in the state. The path starts with completing an accredited master's or doctoral occupational therapy program, followed by passing the NBCOT certification exam. Once certified, you apply to the Board for your Idaho license. Idaho also participates in the OT Licensure Compact, making it easier for therapists licensed in other compact states to practice here.
How much do occupational therapists make in Idaho?
Occupational therapists in Idaho earn a median of about $97,760 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $69,440 for the lowest 10% to over $152,880 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire occupational therapists in Idaho?
Idaho occupational therapist roles are posted by Enhabit Home Health & Hospice, Children's Therapy Place, and Primary Therapy Source and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Major health systems with multiple Idaho locations, school districts, and home health agencies are among the most consistent sources of full-time and part-time OT openings across the state.
Which Idaho cities have the most occupational therapist jobs?
Nampa, Boise, and Meridian have the most occupational therapist openings in Idaho. Boise drives the largest share given its concentration of regional hospital systems, outpatient clinics, and specialty practices, while Idaho Falls and Pocatello generate steady demand through their anchor medical centers and the school-based and home health programs that serve the surrounding rural communities.
Are there remote occupational therapist jobs in Idaho?
Yes, but they're rare. Occupational therapy is fundamentally a hands-on clinical role, so most positions require in-person patient contact. About 0% of occupational therapist openings tied to Idaho are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, and those tend to be concentrated in telehealth consultations, care coordination, or supervisory roles rather than direct patient treatment positions.
How can I get hired as a occupational therapist in Idaho with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is securing a Level II fieldwork placement at an Idaho facility, which many employers treat as a direct pipeline to new-graduate hires. Saint Alphonsus Regional Medical Center and Portneuf Medical Center have historically hosted new-grad occupational therapists, and Idaho school districts regularly bring on therapists at the entry level for school-year contracts. Completing your NBCOT exam promptly and obtaining your Idaho license before applying is the single biggest edge for new graduates, since many employers will hold a position for a candidate who is licensed and ready to start.
Where can I find and apply to occupational therapist jobs in Idaho?
You can find and apply to occupational therapist jobs in Idaho on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state. Search the listings to find roles that match your specialty, experience level, and preferred location, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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