Travel Occupational Therapist (OT) in Sioux Falls, SD

Occupational Therapist
Location: Sioux Falls, SD
Agency: Concentric Healthcare Staffing
Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details)
Shift Information: 8 hours
Contract Duration: 13 Weeks
Start Date: ASAP

About the Position

Job Title

Occupational Therapist (OT)

Location

Sioux Falls, SD | Acute Care / Inpatient Rehab

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | Days | 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM | Expected 1–2 weekends per schedule rotation (may include both days, with time off before and/or after the weekend)

Key Responsibilities

• Perform occupational therapy evaluations and develop individualized treatment plans for patients across a variety of diagnoses including orthopedic, neurological, and general medical conditions
• Provide treatment interventions, modalities (as applicable), and ongoing assessment and adjustment of treatment plans for medically complex and often medically unstable patients
• Complete computerized documentation, FIM scoring, and utilize available equipment such as UE Bioness and Dynavision
• Participate in team conferences and interdisciplinary collaboration to support discharge planning, patient safety, and continuity of care
• Manage a high-volume, dynamic caseload (average 4–5 patients per day) requiring frequent prioritization and rescheduling in a fast-paced acute care environment
• May be asked to supervise certified occupational therapist assistants, aides, and/or students as they provide patient care or services

Required Qualifications

• Active South Dakota Occupational Therapy license (or eligibility)
• NBCOT certification as a Registered Occupational Therapist (OTR)
• Knowledge of normal/abnormal vital signs, indications/contraindications, and awareness of vital medical equipment in an acute care setting
• Strong critical thinking and clinical reasoning skills for managing patients with multiple and complex medical diagnoses
• Ability to communicate effectively with an interdisciplinary team and manage a fast-paced, flexible schedule
• Local candidates are welcome to apply

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Prior experience in acute care and/or inpatient rehabilitation settings
• Familiarity with FIM scoring and computerized charting systems
• Experience with therapeutic modalities and equipment such as UE Bioness or Dynavision
• Experience supervising OTAs, aides, or therapy students

Why Join Us

• Work in a well-equipped inpatient setting with access to advanced therapeutic technology in a collaborative, interdisciplinary environment
• Structured orientation program including dedicated training for computer documentation and department-specific workflows