COTA - Travel Contract

We're hiring a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant for a travel contract role at a skilled nursing facility in Spearfish, SD. Under the guidance of a licensed Occupational Therapist, you will help patients regain the skills needed for everyday life. Apply today and a recruiter will reach out with details.

Minimum Requirements

• Associate degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited college
• Active South Dakota State COTA license required to start the assignment
• BLS certification from AHA or ARC may be required
• Experience working in skilled nursing facility or long-term care preferred.
• Experience with ADL retraining, adaptive equipment, and safe patient transfers preferred.
• Minimum of 1 year of COTA clinical experience preferred.

Assignment Details

• Facility Type: Skilled Nursing Facility (Long Term Care)
• Shift: Days
• Shift Details: Days
• Scheduled hours: 36 hours guaranteed, scheduled for 40 hours
• Assignment Length: 13 week travel contract

Location Highlights

Spearfish, SD offers outdoor recreation and a small-city lifestyle near regional attractions. Spearfish Canyon is within a short drive and provides scenic hiking and fishing opportunities within 15–25 minutes. The Black Hills National Forest and Mount Rushmore are approximately 30–45 minutes away, offering mountain trails, historic sites, and seasonal events. The city features a walkable downtown with local restaurants and cultural events, and Rapid City is about a 50-minute drive for expanded transit options, shopping, and regional airport access. The area suits clinicians seeking an active, outdoor-oriented lifestyle with convenient access to larger urban amenities.

Benefits Designed for Travelers

We value your commitment. A recruiter will provide full benefits details during outreach.

• Weekly, on-time pay
• Full medical benefits and 401k matching plan
• 24/7 recruiter support by text, phone, or email
• Competitive referral bonuses
• 100% paid housing available
• Travel and license reimbursement

Impacting Patient Care Nationwide

Join as a Travel COTA and obtain flexibility, stability, and professional growth through travel contracts that allow exploration of new locations while providing continuity of care. Options include direct hire, temp-to-hire, and travel contracts supported by career tools and recruiter guidance.

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability, or protected veteran status. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all associates.