- Open jobs
- 5
- Agencies hiring
- 2
- Median pay in listings
- $49.86/hour
- Pay range
- $49.38 – $59.47/hour
- Median wage in South Dakota (BLS)
- $40.89/hour
Occupational Therapist - Pediatric - Outpatient Clinic
Occupational Therapist in Aberdeen, South Dakota
Occupational Therapist - General
Occupational Therapist - General
Occupational Therapist - General
Occupational Therapist pay in South Dakota
The median wage for Occupational Therapist jobs in South Dakota is $40.89 per hour ($85,051 a year full-time). Jobs on this page pay a median of $49.86/hour, from $49.38 to $59.47. Travel and contract jobs often pay more than staff positions because they include housing and meal stipends.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025. Pay in listings is converted to an hourly rate assuming 36–40 hours a week.
License and requirements
Most allied health roles need a national certification (for example ARRT for radiologic technologists, NBRC for respiratory therapists, NBSTSA for surgical technologists) and, in many states, a state license. Therapists (PT, OT, SLP) need a license from South Dakota; the PT and OT compacts let licensed therapists from member states get privileges faster.
Agencies hiring for Occupational Therapist jobs in South Dakota
| Agency | Open jobs | Median pay |
|---|---|---|
| AHS Staffing | 4 | $49.86/hr |
| Atlas MedStaff | 1 | $59.47/hr |
Cities with the most Occupational Therapist jobs
Aberdeen (2), Mitchell (1), Groton (1), Rapid City (1)
FAQ
How much does a Occupational Therapist make in South Dakota?
The median wage for Occupational Therapist jobs in South Dakota is $40.89 per hour (about $85,051 a year), according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025. Occupational Therapist jobs listed on ReferHire pay a median of $49.86 per hour.
How many Occupational Therapist jobs are open in South Dakota?
5 Occupational Therapist jobs from 2 staffing agencies are open on ReferHire right now.
What license do I need?
Most allied health roles need a national certification (for example ARRT for radiologic technologists, NBRC for respiratory therapists, NBSTSA for surgical technologists) and, in many states, a state license. Therapists (PT, OT, SLP) need a license from South Dakota; the PT and OT compacts let licensed therapists from member states get privileges faster.