Concentric Healthcare Staffing 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: 11/09/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 40 hours per week
- Shift: 8 hours, days
- Employment Type: Travel
Candidates residing within 50–100 miles of the facility may be subject to a reduced rate or may not be accepted.
Applicants must have worked in this unit or setting within the past year to be considered for this 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
Concentric Healthcare Staffing Job ID #795265. 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: Therapy - Occupational Therapist
About Concentric Healthcare Staffing
Recognized by both RNVIP and AlliedVIP as a Top Agency for 2024 and 2025, Concentric Healthcare Staffing continues to set the standard for transparency, education, and partnership in healthcare staffing. Concentric connects nursing, allied, therapy, and behavioral health professionals to rewarding travel and PRN opportunities across the country, building experiences rooted in clarity and trust.
The company believes healthcare professionals deserve more than job listings; they deserve insight. Recruiters act as consultants who explain market trends, pay structures, and facility expectations so every clinician understands the “why” behind each opportunity. This educational approach empowers travelers and PRN staff to make decisions that align with their personal goals and professional growth.
Concentric offers both travel contracts and per diem (PRN) staffing, giving healthcare professionals flexibility and facilities dependable coverage. With dedicated Travel Nursing, Allied and Therapy, and Per Diem Divisions, the team provides specialized support tailored to each discipline.
Concentric measures success by the confidence and satisfaction of the professionals it serves. Whether guiding a nurse to their next adventure, an allied clinician seeking balance, or a behavioral health professional choosing flexible PRN work, Concentric’s mission remains clear: to support, educate, and empower those who care for others