Travel Physical Therapist (PT) in Princeton, IL

Physical Therapist
Location: Princeton, IL
Agency: Concentric Healthcare Staffing
Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details)
Shift Information: 8 hours
Contract Duration: 15 Weeks
Start Date: ASAP

About the Position

Job Title

Physical Therapist (PT)

Location

Princeton, IL | Outpatient / Inpatient (Critical Access Hospital)

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | Days | Onsite

Key Responsibilities

• Evaluate and treat patients across outpatient (approximately 90%) and inpatient (approximately 10%) settings within a critical access hospital environment
• Provide physical therapy services focused on general orthopedics, neurology, and gait training
• Assist patients in the restoration of physical function through individualized evaluation and treatment planning
• Establish therapy goals and formulate treatment plans consistent with each patient's physical and functional status
• Observe, document, and communicate patient status with patients, families, and interdisciplinary treatment team members
• Support and assist therapy technicians and assistants in resolving clinical problems as needed

Required Qualifications

• Active Illinois Physical Therapy license, or confirmation that the application/licensure process has been initiated (IL License Waiver accepted)
• Doctoral degree in Physical Therapy required for those licensed after 2016; those licensed prior to 2016 are exempt under prior licensure requirements
• CPR certification required within 90 days of hire
• Candidates must be able to comply with a drug-free workplace policy and produce a negative drug screen
• Must live more than 50 miles from the facility to be eligible at the standard contract rate; candidates within 50 miles may be subject to a local rate adjustment
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and analytical skills; proficiency with Microsoft Office and general computer applications

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Previous clinical experience as a Physical Therapist
• Valid state driver's license as verified through the respective state Department of Motor Vehicles driving record
• Demonstrated ability to evaluate patients' physical and functional status and formulate evidence-based treatment plans
• Strong written, oral, and interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively across care teams and with patients and families

Why Join Us

• Opportunity to practice across both outpatient and inpatient settings within a community-focused critical access hospital serving a diverse patient population
• A call-off policy that provides the equivalent of 12 hours every 13 weeks with no penalty, supporting work-life balance during your contract