Travel Occupational Therapist - $2,427 per week

American Traveler; Sioux Falls (SD); Remote; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Premium medical insurance

Housing stipend

401(k) match

Job summary

American Traveler is seeking a travel Occupational Therapist for an acute care hospital assignment in Sioux Falls, SD. The position requires 1–2 years of acute care experience and a current SD OT license with BLS certification. Schedule is 40 hours per week, 8-hour days, with a 13-week assignment and potential extension.

Assignment details include 7:30am–4:00pm shifts, 5x8s, and a weekend rotation. EMR is Meditech Expanse.

Qualifications

• Current SD Occupational Therapist license required.
• 1–2 years of acute care experience preferred.
• BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of 10–12 patients per day in an acute care setting.
• Day shift schedule from 7:30am to 4:00pm; 40 hours per week.
• Work every 4th weekend or one weekend per month; use Meditech Expanse EMR.

Skills

Occupational Therapist

Therapy

Job description

Job Description & Requirements

American Traveler 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: 11/30/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 5x8hrs
• Hours: 40 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Nov 30, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring an Occupational Therapist for an acute care hospital setting, requiring 1-2 years of acute care experience and BLS certification.

Details

• Acute care therapy unit
• Caseload of 10-12 patients per day
• Day shift schedule, 7:30am to 4:00pm
• Works every 4th weekend or one weekend per month
• Meditech Expanse EMR used

Requirements

• Current SD Occupational Therapist license required if applicable
• Minimum 1-2 years of experience in an acute care setting
• BLS certification required

Additional Information

• 13-week assignment with possible extension
• Prior Avera or Sanford permanent employees are not eligible for this position
• Blocked scheduling and specific scheduling requests are not accommodated

American Traveler Job ID #P-779724. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel Occupational Therapist - Acute Care Hospital

About American Traveler

With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.

With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.

American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.

With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.