Occupational Therapist - Acute Care
Sioux Falls, SD
Concentric Healthcare Staffing
5x8 hrs, Days

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 Saturday and Sunday, with days off before and/or after the weekend)

Key Responsibilities

• Perform occupational therapy evaluations and deliver individualized treatment interventions for patients across a variety of diagnoses including orthopedic, neurological, and general medical conditions
• Manage a high-volume, dynamic caseload (average 4–5 patients per day) in an acute care and inpatient rehab setting with 21 beds, requiring constant prioritization and rescheduling
• Complete thorough documentation using computerized charting systems; administer FIM assessments and utilize available equipment including UE Bioness and Dynavision
• Monitor and interpret vital signs, recognize indications and contraindications, and apply advanced critical thinking skills when treating medically complex and unstable patients
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to ensure patient safety, facilitate discharge planning, coordinate scheduling, and promote effective hand-off communication
• May supervise certified occupational therapy assistants, aides, and students as they provide patient care and treatment

Required Qualifications

• Active Occupational Therapist licensure in the state of South Dakota (or eligibility)
• NBCOT certification required
• Experience evaluating and treating medically complex patients in an acute care environment
• Knowledge of normal and abnormal vital signs, medical equipment awareness, and understanding of indications and contraindications relevant to acute care therapy
• Strong critical thinking, organizational, and communication skills with the ability to manage a fast-paced, flexible schedule
• Local candidates are welcome to apply

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Prior experience in inpatient acute care and/or acute rehabilitation settings
• Familiarity with FIM scoring and computerized clinical documentation systems
• Experience with modalities and specialized equipment such as UE Bioness or Dynavision
• Experience supervising OTAs, therapy aides, or clinical students

Why Join Us

• Work in a well-equipped inpatient setting with access to advanced therapeutic technology and a structured orientation program including department-specific training
• Join a collaborative interdisciplinary team in a facility that supports professional standards aligned with AOTA's Scope and Standards of Practice and Code of Ethics