Travel Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) contract role supporting patient rehab in a Skilled Nursing Facility in Belle Fourche, SD, under a licensed Occupational Therapist. Jackson Therapy partners is a travel-focused healthcare staffing company, offering strong day-one traveler benefits. Standout perk: 100% paid housing available, plus weekly on-time pay.
- Weekly, on-time pay
- 100% paid housing available
- Travel & license reimbursement
Minimum Requirements Associate degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited college. Active South Dakota State COTA license or ability to obtain an active South Dakota COTA license prior to start. BLS Certification from AHA or ARC required prior to start. Minimum of 1 year of experience working as a COTA in a Skilled Nursing Facility or long-term care setting preferred. Experience providing restorative programs, ADL retraining, and durable medical equipment (DME) recommendations preferred. Ability to work with geriatric populations, cognitive impairment, and medically complex patients preferred.
Assignment Details Facility Type: Skilled Nursing Facility. Shift Details: Days. Guaranteed Hours: 36 hours per week. Assignment Length: 13-week assignment.
Location Highlights Belle Fourche is an outdoors-oriented, small-town destination with nearby state and national recreation areas.
The city lies about 30 miles north of Badlands National Park and is within 1 hour of Devils Tower National Monument, offering hiking and rock formations. Belle Fourche sits near the Belle Fourche River and is about a 15-minute drive to local reservoirs and fishing areas, suitable for boating and angling. The town provides an accessible, quiet lifestyle with quick drives to regional museums, annual rodeo events, and local historic districts, and it is approximately a 2-hour drive to Rapid City for expanded dining and cultural options.
Benefits Designed for Travelers We deeply value your commitment to impacting others, that’s why we offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package starting your first day.
Weekly, On-Time Pay because that's how it should be. Full Medical Benefits & 401k Matching Plan. 24/7 Recruiter: Your main point of contact available by text, phone or email. Competitive Referral Bonuses. 100% Paid Housing Available. Travel & License Reimbursement.
Impacting Patient Care Nationwide Join Jackson Therapy Partners as a Travel COTA and get the flexibility, stability, and growth you deserve. Enjoy full-time pay, benefits, and relocation assistance in travel contracts that let you explore your favorite locations while maintaining job security in diverse settings nationwide. Choose from a variety of career options including direct hire, temp-to-hire, and travel contracts using ProVenture, our AI-enhanced career app designed for therapy professionals like you.
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