Travel Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) - $1,326 to $1,560 per week in Ottawa, IL

Physical Therapy Assistant
Location: Ottawa, IL
Agency: Shore to Summit Travel Therapy LLC
Pay: $1,326 to $1,560 per week
Shift Information: Days - 5 days x 8 hours
Contract Duration: 13 Weeks
Start Date: 8/24/2026

About the Position

Shore to Summit Travel Therapy has an immediate opening for a Travel PTA (Physical Therapist Assistant) in Ottawa, IL. Job Details: - Pay: $1,326 to $1,560 per week - Setting: Skilled nursing facility (SNF) - post-acute and subacute rehabilitation - Assignment Length: 13 weeks, with potential to extend - Shift: 5 x 8-hour days, M-F - Start: 8/24/2026 At Shore to Summit Travel Therapy, your recruiter is an actively practicing physical therapist - a clinician who understands your work because they do it too. This SNF position offers experience in post-acute and subacute rehabilitation, competitive pay, a housing stipend, and a team that supports you throughout your assignment. Apply today and a recruiter will follow up with the details! Ref: IL (IL 48)

Requirements

Responsibilities

• Implement physical therapy treatment plans developed by the supervising PT
• Assist patients with therapeutic exercises and functional mobility activities
• Document patient progress and report updates to the supervising PT
• Provide education to patients and caregivers on exercises and rehabilitation techniques
• Collaborate with the healthcare team to deliver comprehensive, patient-centered care
• Maintain compliance with facility standards and state/federal regulations

Requirements

• Active PTA license in IL required to start the assignment
• Associate degree from an accredited PTA program
• BLS/CPR certification
• Prior SNF experience preferred

Benefits

• Mentorship program with Board-Certified Specialists
• PT-led recruitment: your recruiter is a licensed, actively practicing physical therapist
• Housing stipend provided
• Double-sided referral bonus: $600 per referral ($1,200 total) when both you and your referral complete a 13-week contract
• CEU reimbursement: $400 per contract, up to $1,600/year
• Full licensure reimbursement: 100% of new and transfer state license costs covered
• Relocation stipend up to $600 per assignment
• Day-one medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401k retirement plan