Sanford Health

Occupational Therapist - Acute | Full-Time

Sanford Health$70K — $96K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Licensed Occupational Therapist in state(s) of practice
  • Preferred certification from the National Board of Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT)
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within 60 days
  • Education aligning with state licensure requirements
  • New graduates with temporary licenses considered in certain states

Responsibilities

  • Conduct patient evaluations to assess functional, cognitive, and behavioral impairments
  • Develop and implement therapeutic plans tailored to individual patient needs
  • Educate patients and families on recovery processes and enhancing functional outcomes
  • Document patient information and ensure compliance with departmental guidelines
  • Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings and promote department initiatives
  • Supervise therapy assistants, aides, and students during patient care
  • Flexibly adapt to variable work schedules including weekends and holidays

Benefits

  • $15,000 sign-on bonus
  • Full-time position with 40 hours per week
  • Supportive and collaborative work environment
  • Diverse caseload with opportunities for professional growth
  • Use of advanced technology in treatments
  • Culture that values autonomy, communication, and teamwork
Full Job Description

Work Shift:

8 Hours - Day Shifts (United States of America)

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Compensation:

Salary Range: $34.00 - $46.50 $15,000 Sign-On!

Union Position:

No

Department Details

Work in a fast-paced, highly collaborative hospital environment where your clinical skills make an immediate impact. Sanford’s Acute Care team serves a diverse caseload including pulmonary, surgical/trauma, cardiology, renal, ortho, neuro, oncology, general medical, and ICU patients—offering unmatched variety and daily professional growth. You’ll be part of a supportive, interdisciplinary team that values autonomy, strong communication, and teamwork. With a positive culture, advanced technology, and the stability of one of the region’s largest health systems, this is a great opportunity for therapists who want to make a meaningful difference and be challenged every day. New grads welcome!

This position is full-time 40 hours a week working 8AM-4:30PM. Includes Same Day surgery rotation where you will address needs in Same Day after normal hours. Open every day of the year so you will work on average every 4th weekend and 2 holidays/holiday weekends per year.

$15,000 Sign-On Bonus!

Summary

Assesses clients/patients/residents and designs occupational therapy treatments. Help clients/patients/residents to develop, maintain and recover their ability to perform tasks in client’s/patient’s/resident's occupations of life.

Job Description

The therapist conducts evaluations and provides interventions for clients/patients/residents who have functional, cognitive or behavioral impairments. Occupational Therapist evaluate physical, cognitive, developmental and psychosocial abilities of clients/patients/residents; developing realistic therapy goals and administering appropriate occupational therapy programs. Documents client's/patient's/resident's information for evaluation; establishes therapeutic plans and modifies them if necessary. Provides clients/patients/residents education designed to enhance understanding and improve functional outcomes. Knowledge of and utilizes appropriate age-related treatments and evaluations relating to the needs of clients/patients/residents. Demonstrate and incorporate knowledge of current research into daily treatment of clients/patients/residents. May treat individuals of all ages with varying diagnosis and disorders. Will demonstrate documentation in accordance with departmental guidelines and meet all regulatory requirements. Demonstrates level of treatment associated with their specialty provided to their clients/patients/residents. Follows and adheres to accepted clinical practice guidelines of professional organization. Exhibits flexibility with acceptance of variable work schedules/assignments. Participates in activities to promote the department, Good Samaritan Society and Sanford Health. Will be interacting with individuals outside of the department including but not limited to: providers, case managers, family members, third party payers, public organizations, etc. May be asked to supervise assistants, aides, and students as they provide patient/resident care, treatment, or other services. Will be expected to provide ongoing education and training to peers in the area(s) of expertise as determined by the department leadership. Performs other related duties as requested by manager. Dependent on facility and location, work may focus on those receiving intervention in the post-acute, long term care, and home health care environments.

Qualifications

Appropriate education level required in accordance with state licensure.



Must be licensed in the state(s) of practice as Occupational Therapist. When working at a Sanford Health Facility (not required but preferred for GSS Facilities): Must also be certified through the National Board of Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT). When applicable, may require valid driver's license. Obtains and subsequently maintains required department specific competencies and certifications. Basic Life Support (BLS) for health care providers required or within the first 60 days of employment. In the states of North Dakota, South Dakota, Iowa, and Minnesota, new graduates in the process of testing with the board, will be considered with the possession of a temporary license.

About Sanford Health

Sanford Health is a non-profit, integrated health care system headquartered in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. It is the largest rural, not-for-profit health care system in the nation with locations in 26 states and nine countries. Sanford Health's 48,000 employees, including 1,400 physicians, make it the largest employer in the Dakotas. Sanford Health provides care to patients through a network of hospitals, clinics, long-term care facilities, and other health care services. The organization's mission is to improve the human condition through exceptional care, innovation, and discovery.
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