Travel Occupational Therapist – Skilled Nursing Facility - $2,045 per week

Jackson Therapy Partners is seeking a travel Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) Occupational Therapist for a travel job in Mitchell, South Dakota.

• Specialty: Occupational Therapist
• Discipline: Therapy
• Start Date: 05/04/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours
• Employment Type: Travel

Make a meaningful difference as a travel Occupational Therapist. We’re seeking a dedicated and compassionate Occupational Therapist to help patients with injuries, illnesses, or disabilities regain or improve their daily skills while exploring a new location.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctoral Degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited educational program.
• Active South Dakota Occupational Therapy license required to start the assignment.
• BLS (Basic Life Support) certification from AHA or ARC required prior to start.
• Experience working in a skilled nursing facility or long-term care setting preferred.
• Demonstrated proficiency with ADL and IADL training, adaptive equipment recommendations, and therapeutic activity planning preferred.
• Experience with electronic medical records (EMR) documentation required. Specific EMR system experience preferred when available.

Assignment Details

• Primary Specialty: Occupational Therapist.
• Facility Type: Skilled Nursing Facility.
• Location: Mitchell, SD.

Location Highlights

Mitchell offers a blend of cultural attractions and outdoor recreation within easy driving distances. The city is home to the Corn Palace, a notable landmark and event venue, and lies approximately 1.5 hours west of Sioux Falls, the region’s largest urban center. Mitchell sits about 90 miles from the Missouri River and provides access to regional parks such as Lake Mitchell, which is a short drive for boating and fishing. The area supports a suburban to small-city lifestyle with community festivals, local museums, and family-friendly dining and entertainment options. Mitchell provides convenient road connections to Interstate 90 for travel across South Dakota and to nearby state parks for hiking and wildlife viewing.

Benefits Designed for Travelers

We value your commitment to patient care. Benefit offerings include comprehensive medical coverage eligibility, 401k matching plan eligibility, recruiter support 24/7, referral bonuses, housing options, and travel and license reimbursement where applicable.

Impacting Patient Care Nationwide

Join a team that supports occupational therapists with flexible travel contracts, full-time opportunities, and career development options. Recruiter support will provide assignment details and guidance during the application process. Thank you for your time and responsiveness.

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. Diversity and inclusion are commitments of the hiring organization.

Jackson Therapy Partners Job ID #443606. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined.

Delivering a lifetime of opportunities in both contract and permanent positions, Jackson Therapy Partners™ connects highly skilled therapy and education professionals with rewarding careers at more than 1,300 rehab facilities, schools, outpatient clinics, hospitals, and skilled nursing facilities every year. Our award-winning team is 100% committed to you and to the development and success of your healthcare career. We take pride in being a value-driven company with a social conscious, and we're invested in your future. With Jackson, you'll get the jobs you want most from a company that values patient care as much as you do. Jackson Therapy Partners is part of the Jackson Healthcare® family of companies.

• Referral bonus