What are the responsibilities and job description for the Travel Occupational Therapist Inpatient - $2,605 per week position at Cross Country Allied?
Description
Cross Country Allied 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: 08/31/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 40 hours per week
- Shift: 8 hours, days
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary:
Occupational Therapist Inpatient position available in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. The selected candidate will provide individualized occupational therapy treatment for patients across a variety of diagnoses, including orthopedic, neurological, and general medical conditions. The role involves evaluating patients, developing treatment plans, and collaborating with an interdisciplinary team to ensure optimal patient outcomes in a fast-paced acute care environment.
Job Details:
- Location: Sioux Falls, SD
- Shift: Days, 8 hours per day, generally Monday through Friday from 8:00 am to 4:30 pm.
- Schedule: 40 hours per week, with 1 weekend shift per month.
- Required Qualifications: Valid occupational therapy license; BLS certification; minimum of 2 years of clinical experience in inpatient settings; ability to treat medically complex and unstable patients; proficiency in computerized charting including EPIC; access to specialized equipment such as UE Bioness and Dynavision.
- Preferred Qualifications: Experience working within acute care hospitals or rehabilitation settings; strong critical thinking skills and adaptability to a dynamic schedule; effective communication within interdisciplinary teams.
- Additional Information: Orientation will include computer documentation training over 1 to 2 days, with subsequent department-specific training. Clinicians are expected to manage a fluctuating patient load, prioritize treatments, and effectively communicate care plans. Candidates must adhere to dress code of business casual with no jeans and are expected to badge in and out at the facility.
Benefits
The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:
- Private housing or generous housing allowance
- Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
- Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
- Competitive salaries
- Referral bonuses
- Travel reimbursement
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Direct deposit/free checking
- Unlimited free CE credits
Cross Country Allied Job ID #1300243. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: OT - OT IP Occupational Therapist Inpatient.
About Cross Country AlliedYou bring the expertise. We bring the support you deserve. At Cross Country, we connect allied professionals with flexible opportunities designed around what matters most — your goals, your growth, and your wellbeing. Whether you specialize in imaging, respiratory, surgical, or lab work, we’re here to champion your success with nationwide roles, hands-on support, and a team that sees you as essential. Because this isn’t just work. It’s your purpose.
Benefits- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus
Salary : $2,605