Travel Physical Therapist - Acute

DayToDay Health; Kankakee (IL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing options

Referral incentives

Continuing education opportunities

401(k)

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Job summary

DayToDay Health is seeking a Travel Physical Therapist specializing in acute care to assess patient needs, develop treatment plans, document progress, and collaborate with healthcare teams.

The role requires an active Illinois PT license, a Doctor of Physical Therapy degree, at least 1 year of clinical experience, and BLS certification. Enjoy competitive compensation with housing options and continuing education opportunities.

Qualifications

• Active Illinois PT license required.
• Degree in physical therapy (DPT preferred).
• Minimum 1 year of clinical experience.
• BLS certification required.
• Ability to demonstrate recent work history with minimal gaps.

Responsibilities

• Assess patient needs and develop treatment plans.
• Implement treatment strategies and monitor progress.
• Document progress and communicate with the care team.
• Collaborate with healthcare teams to ensure effective patient care.

Skills

Manual therapy

Orthopedic assessment

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree

Job description

Role:

Travel Physical Therapist specializing in acute care, responsible for assessing patient needs, developing treatment plans, documenting progress, and collaborating with healthcare teams.

• Responsibilities: Provide personalized therapy to improve mobility and manage pain, perform orthopedic assessments, utilize manual therapy skills, and communicate effectively with patients and staff.


• Qualifications: Active Illinois PT license, degree in physical therapy, minimum of 1 year clinical experience, BLS certification, and ability to demonstrate recent work history with minimal gaps.


• Skills: Strong manual therapy, orthopedic assessment, excellent communication, and teamwork skills.


• Key duties: Assess patient needs, develop and implement treatment strategies, document progress, and collaborate with healthcare teams to ensure effective patient care.

Compensation & Benefits:

Competitive pay, medical/dental/vision coverage, 401(k), life insurance, accident and disability coverage, free continuing education, housing options, and referral incentives.