Travel Physical Therapist - $1,966 per week

Jackson Therapy Partners is seeking a travel Home Health Physical Therapist for a travel job in Mount Vernon, Illinois.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Physical Therapist
• Discipline: Therapy
• Start Date: 06/10/2026
• Duration: 15 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours
• Employment Type: Travel

Looking for a change of scenery and a chance to help others. Join a travel Physical Therapist role in Mount Vernon, IL, providing in-home care to patients recovering from injury or managing chronic conditions. Apply now and a recruiter will reach out with more details.

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.
• Home Health experience preferred.
• Experience with OASIS and HCHB preferred.
• Ability to perform in-home physical therapy evaluations and manage patient care across multiple counties.
• Must be able to travel within coverage area counties: Clinton, Marion, Washington, Jefferson, Hamilton.
• Minimum education requirement: Bachelor's Degree.

Assignment Details

• Facility type: Home Health.
• Shift Name: Days.
• Schedule: 4x8 (days).
• Weekly hour guarantee: 32 hours per week.
• On call/weekend requirement: No.
• Mileage reimbursement between patient visits from first to last visit: Yes.
• Coverage area includes multiple counties; candidate must be able to travel within the service area.
• Required certification: Illinois PT license.

Location Highlights

Mount Vernon offers a mix of small-city amenities and regional outdoor access. The city is located near Rend Lake State Fish and Wildlife Area, about a 30- to 40-minute drive, offering boating and fishing and trail access. Mount Vernon is within an hour drive of the Shawnee National Forest and Garden of the Gods, providing cliff formations, hiking trails, and scenic overlooks. The downtown area includes the Jefferson County Historical Village and local dining options within short commutes, supporting a suburban lifestyle with access to regional parks and community events. Interstate access (I-64) provides direct drives of under two hours to larger urban centers, supporting convenient travel and weekend exploration opportunities.

Benefits Designed for Travelers

We value your commitment to patient care. Benefits for travelers include health benefits, 401k matching options, recruiter support, referral bonuses, housing support options, and travel and license reimbursement. A recruiter will provide full benefit details upon contact.

Impacting Patient Care Nationwide

Join as a travel Physical Therapist and gain flexibility and professional growth while delivering in-home care. Opportunities include travel contracts and other career pathways. Thank you for your time and responsiveness. A recruiter will contact you with next steps.

EEO Statement

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 are committed to creating an inclusive environment.

Jackson Therapy Partners Job ID #442413. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined.

About Jackson Therapy Partners

Delivering a lifetime of opportunities in both contract and permanent positions, Jackson Therapy Partners™ connects highly skilled therapy and education professionals with rewarding careers at more than 1,300 rehab facilities, schools, outpatient clinics, hospitals, and skilled nursing facilities every year. Our award-winning team is 100% committed to you and to the development and success of your healthcare career. We take pride in being a value-driven company with a social conscious, and we're invested in your future. With Jackson, you'll get the jobs you want most from a company that values patient care as much as you do. Jackson Therapy Partners is part of the Jackson Healthcare® family of companies.

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