Physical Therapist - Travel Contract

Looking for a change of scenery and a chance to help others? Join a traveling Physical Therapist team where you will help patients recover from injuries and manage chronic conditions while experiencing life in a new location. Apply now and a recruiter will reach out with more details.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Doctoral degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program approved by the APTA.
• Active Illinois Physical Therapist license is required to start the assignment.
• Active American Heart Association BLS (CPR) certification is required.
• Minimum of 1 year of clinical Physical Therapy experience in an acute care or inpatient setting.
• Candidates must be located outside a 50-mile radius of the facility; local candidates within 50 miles will not be considered.
• Profile requirements: current work history and skills checklist reflecting experience pertinent to Physical Therapy (documentation required).
• Two completed supervisory reference forms with dates employed (documentation required).

Assignment Details

• Facility Type: Hospital, inpatient physical therapy.
• Shift Name: Days.
• Shift Hours: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM (5x8 schedule). Willing to do 4x10s as well.
• Weekend Requirement: No weekend requirement.
• Assignment Length: 13 week travel assignment.
• Float Requirement: May be required to float within the health system to meet patient care needs.

Location Highlights

Effingham, IL offers easy access to outdoor recreation and regional travel hubs. The city sits along Interstate 57 and Interstate 70 providing direct drives of about 1.5 to 2 hours to St. Louis, MO and Indianapolis, IN. Effingham features nearby outdoor options such as the Lake Shelbyville area approximately 45 miles away and the Sangamon River corridors within an hour for fishing and boating. The downtown and Lincoln Avenue corridors offer local dining, community events, and a small-city, suburban lifestyle. Rail and regional airport connections are available within reasonable driving distance for occasional travel needs.

Benefits Designed for Travelers

We value your commitment to patient care. You will receive a comprehensive benefits package and recruiter support throughout your assignment.

• Full medical benefits and 401k options.
• 24/7 recruiter support by text, phone, or email.
• Referral program for eligible candidates.
• Housing assistance options available.
• Travel and license reimbursement where applicable.

Role Summary

Physical Therapists plan and execute rehabilitation programs to restore patient function. Responsibilities include therapeutic exercise, neuromuscular re-education, physical modalities, gait training, and manual techniques. Therapists must demonstrate effective communication and interpersonal skills to motivate patients and deliver compassionate, evidence-based care.

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability, or protected veteran status. Diversity and inclusion are valued.