Outpatient | Physical Therapist

Travel Physical Therapist Jobs – Outpatient Rehabilitation Assignment in Lincoln, Illinois

Apply now for a 13-week outpatient travel Physical Therapist assignment in Lincoln, Illinois, with weekly estimated pay of $2,060–$2,210. Join a collaborative rehabilitation team and help adolescents, adults, and older adults improve mobility, strength, function, and quality of life. First-time travelers are welcome to apply.

This Physical Therapy opportunity is ideal for a clinician who enjoys a collaborative outpatient environment, varied orthopedic and neurological caseloads, and the flexibility of a travel assignment. Located in central Illinois, Lincoln offers a welcoming community atmosphere, convenient access to parks and outdoor recreation, and easy travel to larger cities throughout the region. It is a comfortable destination for clinicians seeking a balanced lifestyle alongside meaningful patient care.

Travel Physical Therapist Job Details

• Location: Lincoln, Illinois
• Healthcare Setting: Outpatient rehabilitation and physical therapy
• Assignment Type: 13-week travel assignment
• Start Date: October 19, 2026
• End Date: January 18, 2027
• Weekly Estimated Pay: $2,060–$2,210
• Schedule: 4 shifts per week, 10-hour days
• Shift Duration: 10-hour day shifts, approximately 6:45 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
• Hours: 40 hours per week
• Weekend Schedule: Weekday schedule is preferred; occasional Saturday coverage from approximately 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. may be assigned on a rotation
• Charting: Cerner experience preferred
• Patient Population: Adolescents, adults, and geriatric patients
• Orientation: Includes virtual orientation and required pre-start learning modules

Physical Therapist Job Requirements

• Current Physical Therapist license in Illinois, active and in hand at the time of submission
• Minimum of 1 year of Physical Therapy experience
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross; RQI cards are not accepted
• Outpatient rehabilitation or outpatient Physical Therapy experience preferred
• Strong clinical assessment, treatment planning, documentation, and patient education skills
• Ability to provide physical therapy treatment to adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients
• Flu vaccination required; medical and religious exemptions may be considered according to applicable policy
• Travel experience is not required
• Ability to participate in floating within the hospital or to nearby affiliated locations, as needed

Outpatient Physical Therapy Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients and develop individualized plans of care based on functional goals and clinical findings
• Provide skilled therapeutic interventions for orthopedic, neurological, post-surgical, musculoskeletal, and balance-related conditions
• Perform strength testing, range-of-motion assessment, gait training, mobility training, and functional reassessments
• Use therapeutic modalities and techniques such as therapeutic exercise, manual therapy, traction, electrical stimulation, ultrasound, cryotherapy, and heat when clinically appropriate
• Educate patients and families on home exercise programs, safety, injury prevention, assistive devices, and strategies for maximizing independence
• Coordinate care with an interdisciplinary healthcare team and utilize interpretation services when needed
• Maintain timely, accurate clinical documentation and communicate patient progress, barriers, and discharge recommendations
• Support safe transitions of care and help patients progress toward short- and long-term functional goals

Apply now to join this outpatient rehabilitation team and advance your Physical Therapy career with a travel assignment in Lincoln, Illinois.

Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.