Travel Outpatient Physical Therapist - $2,606 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel Outpatient Physical Therapist for a travel job in Jacksonville, Illinois.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Physical Therapist
• Discipline: Therapy
• Start Date: 09/14/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 5x8hrs
• Hours: 40 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Sep 14, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking an Outpatient Physical Therapist with orthopedic experience for a 13-week assignment at a Magnet-designated critical access hospital.

Details

• Outpatient clinic setting within PT Outpatient unit
• Day shift schedule Monday-Friday, 8:30 AM-5:00 PM with some flexibility available
• No weekend or on-call requirements
• No floating required within scope of practice
• Fixed schedule with no block scheduling accommodations
• Uses Cerner charting system

Requirements

• Minimum 1 year of physical therapy experience required
• BLS certification required
• IL state PT license required and must be active and in hand at time of application (license required if applicable)
• Manual therapy certification required; dry needling certification preferred
• Orthopedic case experience required, including ankle sprains, cervicalgia, degenerative disc/joint disease, frozen shoulder, hip fractures, knee injuries, low back pain, osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, sciatica, spinal conditions, and total hip/knee replacements
• Post-operative experience with cervical, shoulder, and spinal surgeries required
• Post-stroke rehabilitation experience required
• Assessment skills required including AROM/AAROM/PROM, body mechanics, pain assessment, sensory response, skin integrity, strength testing, and vital signs
• Documentation experience required for assessments, evaluations, discharge planning, and care goals
• Equipment experience required with crutches, gait belts, rolling walkers, shoulder slings, and standard walkers
• Modality experience required including cryotherapy, e-stim, moist heat, TENS, and ultrasound
• Billing experience required across commercial, Medicaid, Medicare A/B, private pay, and workers' compensation
• Cerner charting experience preferred
• Community hospital experience preferred

Additional Information

• Facility is a 25-bed Magnet-designated critical access hospital
• Responsibilities include patient assessment, treatment planning, home exercise program development, and patient/family education
• Professional skills required include safety and injury prevention education and recognition of signs of abuse
• Business casual attire or plain solid scrubs required
• Free parking available in any unrestricted space
• Open to first-time travelers
• Local candidates accepted with no radius restriction
• Requested time off ideally limited to 5 days or fewer during the assignment
• Must work 2 of the 3 major holidays
• Previous permanent or PRN employees must be separated from the facility for at least 12 months before returning as a traveler
• Candidates not requiring licensure at submission must arrive 3 business days prior to start for fingerprinting compliance

American Traveler Job ID #P-742708. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel Physical Therapist - Outpatient

About American Traveler

With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.

With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.

American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.

With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.