Travel Physical Therapist Job

Overview Physical Therapist – Mattoon, Illinois. Start Date: May 4, 2026. Duration: 13 weeks. Weekly pay range: $2,180–$2,332 per week. Guaranteed hours: 40 per week. Shift: 5x8 days (8-hour days). Work setting: acute care/inpatient rehabilitation environment. Key Highlights Weekly pay: $2,180–$2,332 per week Guaranteed hours: 40 hours per week Contract duration: 13 weeks Shift: 5 days per week, 8 hours per day (typical schedule 8:00 AM–4:30 PM; 4x10-hour shifts available) Start date: May 4, 2026 Work setting: acute care/inpatient rehabilitation Responsibilities Plan and execute rehabilitation programs to restore physical function, using therapeutic exercise, gait training, neuromuscular re‑education, modalities, and manual techniques. Conduct patient assessments, develop individualized treatment plans, monitor progress, and adjust goals as needed. Document all patient care accurately in medical records and communicate findings with the care team; participate in rounds and care conferences. Educate patients and families on treatment plans, home exercise programs, safety precautions, and discharge planning. Maintain compliance with clinical policies, licensure requirements, and facility standards; ensure patient safety and quality of care. Demonstrate flexibility in scheduling (8‑hour days with potential for 4x10‑hour shifts) to meet patient needs. Requirements Active Illinois Physical Therapist License Active American Heart Association BLS certification Minimum 1 year physical therapy experience Ability to work on‑site in an acute care/inpatient rehabilitation setting Submission of 2 Supervisory Reference Forms completed with dates employed Profile materials: work history and skills checklist current within the past year Benefits and Support Dedicated support from Healthforce Healthcare LLC throughout the assignment Credentialing and onboarding assistance to facilitate a timely start Travel coordination and assignment support for scheduling and logistics Access to nationwide travel opportunities through Healthforce Healthcare LLC #J-18808-Ljbffr