Physical Therapist - Travel Contract

Looking for a change of scenery and a chance to help others. Join a traveling Physical Therapist team in Lake in the Hills, IL, providing outpatient care for patients recovering from injuries and managing chronic conditions. This role evaluates assigned patients, develops and implements individualized treatment plans, documents care in accordance with regulatory and clinic requirements, and participates in student education and professional development. Maintain professional licensure, uphold organizational safety priorities, and contribute to quality improvement initiatives.

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 required to start the assignment.
• BLS certification from AHA or ARC may be required.
• Experience in outpatient physical therapy preferred, including evaluation, plan of care development, goal writing, and functional treatment progression.
• Ability to complete timely, accurate medical record documentation, including letters of medical necessity and charge entry.
• Familiarity with state Practice Act, regulatory requirements, and professional standards of conduct.
• Willingness to participate in student supervision and clinical education as assigned.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous travel or contract therapy experience in outpatient settings preferred.
• Experience with performance improvement initiatives and electronic medical record systems preferred.

Assignment Details

• Shift pattern: 5x8 (five 8-hour shifts per week).
• Workdays: Monday through Friday.
• Location: Outpatient clinic in Lake in the Hills, IL. Candidate may be expected to float to other nearby facilities as needed.

Apply now and you will be contacted by a recruiter who will give you more information.

Benefits

We offer a benefits package designed for traveling clinicians starting your first day.

• Full medical benefits and 401(k) matching plan.
• 100% paid housing available.
• Travel and license reimbursement.
• 24/7 recruiter support by text, phone, or email.
• Competitive referral bonuses.

Impacting Patient Care

Provide high-quality outpatient physical therapy services focused on safe, functional outcomes. Follow clinician competency standards and clinic policies. Support patient and employee safety through safe patient handling, infection control, and hazard reporting. Contribute to clinical performance improvement and uphold professional and ethical standards.

Location Highlights

Lake in the Hills sits near Crystal Lake and is 45 minutes northwest of downtown Chicago. The area offers outdoor recreation at nearby Moraine Hills State Park and McHenry County Conservation District preserves, both within a 15–25 minute drive. The community provides suburban lifestyle amenities, including local dining and shopping in the Randall Road corridor, and commuter access via nearby Metra stations for regional travel.

EEO Statement

Jackson Healthcare and its family of companies are an EEO/AA Employer. 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. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all of our associates.