Occupational Therapist

Bluestonetherapy; Madison (SD); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Health Savings Account (HSA) options

401(k) with employer contribution

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays

Job summary

Bluestonetherapy is seeking an Occupational Therapist (OT) in Madison, SD, to provide rehabilitation services at partner facilities like Bethel Lutheran Home. Candidates must be graduates of accredited programs with relevant state licensure, demonstrating strong clinical skills.

The role involves evaluations, treatment planning, and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes. Significant benefits include medical insurance, a 401(k), and paid time off, reflecting the company’s commitment to quality care and clinician support.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program.
• Current Occupational Therapist license (or eligibility for licensure) in applicable state.
• Experience in skilled nursing, long-term care, or post-acute rehabilitation preferred.
• Strong clinical reasoning, communication, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform occupational therapy evaluations and develop individualized plans of care.
• Provide skilled occupational therapy treatment focused on functional and measurable outcomes.
• Address ADLs, functional mobility, cognition, strength, positioning, and discharge planning.
• Supervise Occupational Therapy Assistants in accordance with regulatory and company standards.

Skills

Clinical reasoning

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Experience in skilled nursing

Education

Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program

Current Occupational Therapist license in applicable state

Job description

Blue Stone Therapy is proud to be certified as a Great Place to Work®

Since 2009, Blue Stone Therapy has partnered with skilled nursing and senior living communities across the Midwest to deliver individualized, high-quality physical, occupational, and speech therapy services. We are committed to strong clinical standards, consistent operations, and long-term partnerships that support meaningful patient outcomes.

Occupational Therapist (OT) - Madison, SD

Blue Stone Therapy is seeking an Occupational Therapist (OT) to provide rehabilitation services to adult and geriatric patients at Bethel Lutheran Home in Madison, SD.

This role focuses on evaluating and treating adult and geriatric patients in a skilled nursing and post-acute rehabilitation setting. The Occupational Therapist is responsible for assessments, care plan development, and implementation of treatment programs designed to improve activities of daily living (ADLs), cognitive function, upper extremity strength, range of motion, positioning, and overall functional independence.

This position will serve multiple partner communities, including United Living Community and Peaceful Pines, with travel between locations as needed.

What You’ll Do

• Perform occupational therapy evaluations and develop individualized plans of care
• Provide skilled occupational therapy treatment focused on functional and measurable outcomes
• Address ADLs, functional mobility, cognition, strength, positioning, and discharge planning
• Supervise Occupational Therapy Assistants in accordance with regulatory and company standards
• Maintain appropriate patient schedules per established guidelines
• Complete timely, accurate documentation to support quality care and reimbursement requirements
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members and facility staff to support positive patient outcomes

What You Bring

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program
• Current Occupational Therapist license (or eligibility for licensure) in applicable state
• Experience in skilled nursing, long-term care, or post-acute rehabilitation preferred
• Strong clinical reasoning, communication, and organizational skills
• Commitment to patient-centered care and professional standards

Why Blue Stone Therapy?

We believe exceptional care begins with exceptional clinicians. Our teams are supported by consistent leadership, collaborative partnerships, and a shared purpose of enhancing lives through quality rehabilitation services. We invest in clinical growth, strong facility relationships, and an environment where therapists can focus on delivering meaningful outcomes.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) options
• 401(k) with employer contribution
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays
• And more

Benefits are subject to eligibility requirements and the terms of applicable plans or programs.

Blue Stone Therapy is an Equal Opportunity Employer