Therapy Careers
Join hundreds of passionate Speech-Language Pathologists, Occupational Therapists, and Physical Therapists at Sanford Health and Good Samaritan who are making a meaningful difference in their communities every day. We provide comprehensive evaluation, treatment, and rehabilitation services to patients of all ages, helping them regain function, independence, and quality of life.
Sanford Health and Good Samaritan are excited to invite you to join our growing family. Whether you're looking to get your foot in the door as a student with shadowing or fieldwork/externships/clinicals or have years of therapy experience, we have opportunities that suit your interests and programs to set you up for success.
With our compassionate culture that treats patients, residents, and co-workers like family you'll be seen as an equal player and collaborative partner. You’ll work with people who value your advancement and help you find your niche.
Care Services
Exploring the different clinical settings offered by Physical, Occupational, or Speech Therapy? These are the settings Sanford and Good Samaritan have to offer!
Acute Care (Sanford Only)
- Specialized short-term treatment for severe conditions.
- Diverse learning opportunities
- Fast-paced/dynamic work environment
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Direct results from intervention
- Career advancement with specialization opportunities
Explore Your New Opportunity
Career Path Opportunities
Sanford Health and Good Samaritan are continually looking for high-performing employees to grow into leadership roles. If advancing with an employer is important to you, take a look at a few examples of how our therapy employees have progressed within our organization.
Jackie Mrachek
I am extremely thankful for the opportunities Sanford Health has provided over the course of my career. I have been able to practice physical therapy in multiple settings surrounded by amazing professionals and mentors. The expertise of Sanford's therapy team encouraged me to strive for my professional best and serve patients with evidence-based, high-quality care. Moreover, as I transitioned into management, Sanford has provided multiple forms of leadership training and support. I feel well-equipped to support my teams and tremendously blessed to be in this current role.
- Physical Therapist, Pediatrics and Adult Outpatient Orthopedics
2003 - Physical Therapist, Pediatrics (Outpatient, Acute Care, Inpatient Rehab, NICU)
2004 - Physical Therapist, School-based Pediatric Services through the BPS/Sanford Health contract
2012 - Manager Sanford Children's Therapies
2021 - Manager Sanford Children's Therapies PT/OT/ST, Adult Outpatient & Inpatient Speech Therapy, & Occupational Therapy
2022- Present
- Physical Therapist, Pediatrics and Adult Outpatient Orthopedics
Alli Sheldon
I hope to continue to learn skills along the way and appreciate all the support I have gotten from the company, my supervisors, and my team. I truly love my job, the people I work with, and the patients we support.
- SNF Occupational Therapist
2014 - Director of Therapy – St. Vincent
2014 - Director of Therapy – St. Vincent & Miller Pointe.
2022 - Senior Therapist/ Director of Therapy
2024 - Area Manager – State of North Dakota and Rapid City market
2025
- SNF Occupational Therapist
Student Resources
Therapy Student Support
Scholarships and Sponsorships
For many of our therapy careers, we have a variety of financial assistance programs to help students and student employees who are pursuing their educational and professional goals. Students can apply for financial aid through one of our Scholarship programs or inquire more about our therapy Sponsorship programs.
Residency Programs
Sanford Health is working to shape the future of health care with exceptional educational opportunities that connect residents, fellows and students to knowledgeable mentors and advanced technologies. Currently offering residency programs in the following therapy areas:
- Neurologic Physical Therapy Residency
- Orthopedic Physical Therapy Residency
- Sports Physical Therapy Residency