Travel Occupational Therapist - Acute Care - $2,987 per week

About the Role

American Traveler is hiring an Occupational Therapist for an Acute Care unit at a Level 1 trauma hospital in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. This is a 13-week travel assignment starting November 9, 2026, with 40 hours per week (8-hour day shifts).

The position is on a 21-bed acute care inpatient unit within a Level 1 trauma hospital, including rehab, with an average caseload of 4–5 patients per day. The unit uses EPIC EMR for computerized charting and provides access to specialized equipment including UE Bioness and Dynavision.

Requirements

• Active OT license (if applicable)
• Minimum 2 years of experience
• BLS certification required
• Acute care and Level 1 trauma setting experience preferred
• Ability to treat medically complex and unstable patients across all age groups and diagnoses, including orthopedic, neurological, and general medical disorders
• Strong critical thinking skills to manage high-volume, dynamic caseloads and interdisciplinary communication

Responsibilities

• Perform evaluations, treatment interventions, and modalities
• Complete documentation and FIMs
• Participate in team conferences
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team on discharge planning and care coordination
• May supervise certified occupational therapy assistants, aides, and students

Schedule

Primary schedule is Monday–Friday, generally 8:00 AM–4:30 PM, with one weekend per month required. No call requirements. Assignment length: 13 weeks, 40 hours per week (5×8-hour shifts).

Additional Details

• Department-specific orientation includes 1–2 days of computer documentation training plus several additional days of specialty training
• Dress code: business casual (no jeans) or designated scrub colors (Ceil Blue, Khaki, Gray, Chocolate Brown)
• All clinicians must badge in and out at the facility
• Local candidates accepted; radius rules may apply for pay rate adjustments
• Candidates who previously worked at this health system must have an end date at least 6 months prior to submission

Benefits

American Traveler offers premium medical, dental, vision, and life insurance beginning day one of assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, 24/7 support, and access to in-house clinicians.

Pay

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.

Job ID: P-777002