Travel Occupational Therapist - $2,395 per week

TotalMed

Sioux Falls (SD)

On-site

USD 70,000 - 90,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

A travel healthcare agency is seeking an Occupational Therapist for a position in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. The role involves evaluating patients and developing care plans in an acute care environment. Candidates should have at least 6 months of experience, along with BLS certification and state licensure. This position offers full-time travel opportunities with competitive pay and round-the-clock support. Join a team that values quality care and personalized service.

Qualifications

Must have at least 6 months of experience; new graduates encouraged to apply.
State-specific licensure required.
Ability to stand and walk for long periods.
State-specific licensure.
Minimum of 2 years of experience (6 months may be considered for exceptional candidates).

Responsibilities

Evaluate and develop plans of care for patients.
Review patients' medical history and condition.
Develop treatment plans with specific goals.
Educate patient families and employers on care requirements.
Assess and document patient progress for evaluations, billing, and physicians' reports.

Skills

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

National Certification for Occupational Therapists (NBCOT-OTR)

Experience in patient evaluation

Knowledge of anatomy and medical terminology

Education

NBCOT-OTR certification

State licensure

Job description

TNAA TotalMed Allied is seeking a travel Occupational Therapist for a travel job in Sioux Falls, South Dakota.

Job Description & Requirements

Specialty: Occupational Therapist
Discipline: Therapy
Start Date: 04/06/2026
Duration: 13 weeks
Hours: 40 hours per week
Shift: 8 hours, days
Employment Type: Travel

We are looking for an Occupational Therapist (OT) for an immediate travel opening in Sioux Falls, SD. OT should have 1 year of experience; for an exceptional candidate with an appropriate background, 6 months of experience may be accepted. Read below for additional requirements.

Responsibilities

As an OT, you will be responsible for the evaluation and development of a plan of care for a variety of patients needing to improve, regain and develop skills needed for daily life. You will work in disabled, ill or injured patient populations in the acute care setting.

Tasks

Review patients' medical history, ask the patients questions, and observe them doing tasks.
Evaluate a patient's condition and needs.
Develop a treatment plan for patients, identifying specific goals and the types of activities that will be used to help the patient work toward those goals.
Help people with various disabilities perform different tasks.
Evaluate a patient's home or workplace and, on the basis of the patient's health needs, identify potential improvements.
Educate a patient's family and employer about how to accommodate and care for the patient.
Recommend special equipment and instruct patients on how to use that equipment.
Assess and record patient's activities and progress for patient evaluations, for billing, and for reporting to physicians and other healthcare providers.
Provide timely and accurate documentation following state and/or insurance guidelines.

Requirements

Must have 6 months of experience; however, new grads are encouraged to apply.

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
National Certification for Occupational Therapists (NBCOT-OTR)
State-specific licensure
Minimum of 2 years of experience (though 6 months may be considered for exceptional candidates)

Occupational Therapists should be able to stand and walk for long periods of time, as well as bend, lean or stoop without difficulty. OTs must have a sound knowledge of anatomy, physiology, pathology and medical terminology.

TotalMed Allied Job ID #1379893. Pay package is based on 8‑hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax‑free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Occupational Therapists - OT THER - Travel.

About TNAA TotalMed Allied

In the fast‑paced, highly competitive industry that is healthcare, you need a partner who works for and with you. At TotalMed, we’re a team who really cares. Our goal is to give gold standard customer care by enhancing the recruiter‑traveler partnership with a high level of integrity and fun while supporting the experience you want to have throughout your travel career.

Our recruiters can help you evaluate the best healthcare jobs offered nationwide by uncovering your ideal career path and providing as much information as possible to assist in making the best decision for you in a no pressure atmosphere.

We care like no others.

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