Travel Outpatient Physical Therapist - $2,016 per week

Jackson Therapy Partners is seeking a travel Outpatient Physical Therapist for a travel job in Lake in the Hills, Illinois.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Physical Therapist
• Discipline: Therapy
• Start Date: 06/08/2026
• Duration: 13 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 traveling Physical Therapist role in Lake in the Hills, IL at an outpatient clinic where you will help patients recover from injuries and manage chronic conditions while experiencing life in a new location. Evaluate assigned patients, develop and implement treatment plans, delegate and direct discipline-specific therapy services, and ensure functional programs support return to community activities. Maintain patient and employee safety, adhere to professional standards and documentation requirements, and participate in performance improvement and student education activities.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Doctoral degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program approved by the APTA.
• Active Illinois Physical Therapy license required to start the assignment.
• BLS certification from AHA or ARC may be required.
• Outpatient physical therapy experience preferred.
• Experience with comprehensive patient evaluations, goal writing, functional outcome assessment, and documentation in compliance with state and federal guidelines.
• Ability to supervise and provide direction for students and support staff.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in outpatient clinic settings and managing caseloads with varied musculoskeletal and functional diagnoses.
• Demonstrated participation in professional development and performance improvement initiatives.

Assignment Details

• Shift pattern: 5x8, Monday through Friday.
• Clinician will work in an outpatient setting and may be expected to follow clinic scheduling and appearance guidelines.

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 on day one. Benefits include medical coverage options, 401k matching plan, recruiter support, referral bonuses, housing assistance options, and travel and license reimbursement.

Impacting Patient Care

Provide high-quality outpatient rehabilitation focusing on safe patient handling, infection control, and functional outcomes. Complete clear, concise, and timely documentation including evaluation, goal writing, letters of medical necessity, and charge entry. Uphold professional licensure and practice act requirements. Participate in student mentorship and organizational performance improvement activities.

Location Highlights

Lake in the Hills offers a suburban lifestyle with nearby outdoor recreation and convenient regional access. Crystal Lake is approximately a 10-minute drive and provides boating and fishing opportunities. The McHenry County conservation areas are within a 15–20 minute commute, offering hiking and birdwatching. Downtown Algonquin and historic Woodstock are within a 20–30 minute drive for dining, entertainment, and cultural events. Chicago is about a 45–60 minute commute for urban amenities, arts, and major transit connections.

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. Diversity and inclusion are supported.

Jackson Therapy Partners Job ID #447289. 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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