Physical Therapist - Travel Contract

Jackson Therapy Partners; Flora (IL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

401k matching

Recruiter support

Referral bonuses

Paid housing options

Travel and license reimbursement

Job summary

Jackson Therapy Partners is seeking a traveling Physical Therapist for a position in Flora, IL. You will work in a skilled nursing facility, helping patients recover from injuries and manage chronic conditions while experiencing life in a new location.

Requirements include a PT degree from an accredited program, active Illinois licensure, and optional BLS certification. Prior SNF experience and EMR familiarity are a plus; contracts are full-time with travel opportunities and recruiter support.

Qualifications

• Licensed Physical Therapist in Illinois (required to start)
• BLS certification from AHA/ARC may be required
• Experience in skilled nursing or long-term care preferred

Responsibilities

• Provide PT services in a skilled nursing facility setting.
• Document patient progress in EMR systems.
• Collaborate with care team to optimize patient outcomes

Skills

PT licensure

BLS certification

Education

Physical Therapy degree

Job description

Looking for a change of scenery and a chance to help others. Join a traveling Physical Therapist assignment in Flora, IL at a skilled nursing facility where you will help patients recover from injuries and manage chronic conditions while experiencing life in a new location.

• 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 working in skilled nursing or long-term care settings preferred.
• Minimum of one year of clinical experience in physical therapy preferred.
• Experience with patient documentation systems and electronic medical records preferred.
• Facility Type: Skilled Nursing Facility.
• Shift Name: Days.
• Work Schedule: 5x8.

Location Highlights

Flora, IL offers small-town living with regional outdoor and cultural options within reasonable drives. Flora is located near the Shawnee National Forest, about 60 miles south, providing hiking and rock formations and Cave-in-Rock State Park approximately 55 miles away for riverfront access and boating. The city is within an hour’s drive of Paducah, KY, which offers the National Quilt Museum and a historic downtown riverfront district. Commuting options include regional highways connecting to Interstate networks and local transit links to nearby towns. Flora’s lifestyle fits a quiet, suburban pace with access to rural outdoor recreation and periodic community festivals and local dining options.

Benefits Designed for Travelers

We value your commitment to patient care.

• medical coverage options
• 401k matching plan
• 24/7 recruiter support
• referral bonuses
• paid housing options
• travel and license reimbursement

Specific benefit eligibility and details will be provided by your recruiter.

Impacting Patient Care Nationwide

Join as a travel PT to gain flexibility, stability, and career growth.

Contracts include full-time assignments with options for direct hire, temp-to-hire, and travel opportunities.

ProVenture and your recruiter will support placement and transitions.

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.