Location: Woonsocket, South Dakota

Start Date: 08-05-2026

End Date: 11-04-2026

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Hours per Week: 40

Candidate Pay Rate: $50 per hour

About United Health Care Staffing

At United Health Care Staffing (UHC Staffing), we believe healthcare staffing should be more than just finding a job. We are here to connect amazing professionals with opportunities that make their careers exciting, rewarding, and meaningful. With us, you're not just signing up for a contract you are joining a team that's got your back, answers your calls, and maybe even cracks a joke or two to brighten your day. Think of us as the travel buddy who handles the logistics while you focus on what you do best helping people heal.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients and develop personalized treatment plans that help them regain independence
• Deliver skilled occupational therapy services in alignment with physician orders and referrals
• Create and update individualized treatment and discharge plans based on patient progress
• Document all services accurately and in a timely manner
• Supervise Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants (COTAs) according to practice acts and facility policies
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary care teams and families to ensure holistic, patient-centered care
• Maintain compliance with all safety, regulatory, and facility standards

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program (MOT/OTD)
• Active South Dakota OT license, or the ability to obtain one before starting
• Strong clinical assessment, treatment planning, and intervention skills
• Excellent documentation and communication abilities
• Ability to supervise COTAs in accordance with state regulations and facility policies
• A passion for helping patients improve their daily living skills

Education

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program (MOT/OTD)

Knowledge & Skills

• Patient evaluation and treatment planning
• Occupational therapy interventions to enhance independence
• Accurate and timely clinical documentation
• Interdisciplinary collaboration with care teams and families
• Knowledge of state and federal regulations governing OT practice
• Supervision and mentorship of COTAs

Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision coverage to keep you healthy on assignment
• Housing stipend to make your travel experience comfortable
• Travel reimbursement to get you to Woonsocket hassle-free
• 401(k) retirement savings plan to invest in your future
• Life insurance and disability coverage for peace of mind
• Guaranteed weekly hours so you can plan with confidence
• A supportive clinical team that values your expertise

Travel Perks: Explore Woonsocket, South Dakota

Located in Woonsocket, South Dakota, this assignment offers charming small-town vibes and wide-open prairie beauty. When you're not working, enjoy outdoor recreation at nearby Lake Henry, explore local history in the Woonsocket area, or take a weekend drive to Mitchell to see the famous Corn Palace. With peaceful landscapes, hiking spots, and fishing holes, this is the perfect place to recharge between shifts.

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