Travel Physical Therapist - Acute Care - $3,046 per week

Critical Connection, Inc.; Urbana (IL); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

First-day medical, dental, and vision benefits

Housing stipend and meals & incidentals

$1,200 CEU allowance per year

401(k) plan

Short- and long-term disability

Weekly direct deposit

Job summary

Critical Connection, Inc. is offering an exciting opportunity for a travel Physical Therapist in Urbana, Illinois. This position provides the flexibility to work in diverse clinical settings while being part of a quality-driven healthcare team.

The ideal candidate will hold a Doctorate or Master’s Degree in Physical Therapy, possess an active or pending state license, and have strong clinical reasoning and communication skills. The benefits include competitive pay, medical coverage from the first day, and various stipends for housing and education.

Qualifications

• Active (or pending) state Physical Therapy license.
• New graduates welcome.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and treat patients based on individualized plans of care.
• Provide skilled, patient-centered physical therapy services.
• Monitor patient progress and adjust interventions as appropriate.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams.
• Educate patients and caregivers to support long-term outcomes.
• Document care accurately and in compliance with clinical standards.

Skills

Clinical reasoning

Communication skills

Education

Doctorate or Master’s Degree in Physical Therapy

Job description

Critical Connection, inc is seeking a travel Physical Therapist for a travel job in Urbana, Illinois.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Physical Therapist
• Discipline: Therapy
• Start Date: 06/29/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Schedule: Full-Time | Flexible Scheduling Options

Guaranteed Hours: Yes (varies by assignment)

About the Opportunity

We are seeking a licensed, patient-focused Physical Therapist (PT) to join a quality-driven healthcare team. This role offers the flexibility to work in a variety of clinical environments based on your experience, preferences, and career goals.

Opportunities are available for both travel and local contracts. New graduate Physical Therapists and experienced clinicians are encouraged to apply.

What You’ll Do

• Evaluate and treat patients based on individualized plans of care
• Provide skilled, patient-centered physical therapy services
• Monitor patient progress and adjust interventions as appropriate
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams
• Educate patients and caregivers to support long-term outcomes
• Document care accurately and in compliance with clinical standards

Qualifications

• Doctorate or Master’s Degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program
• Active (or pending) state Physical Therapy license
• New graduates welcome
• Strong clinical reasoning and communication skills

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive weekly pay packages
• Guaranteed hours (assignment-dependent)
• First-day medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Housing stipend and meals & incidentals (travel roles)
• License reimbursement
• Relocation assistance (when applicable)
• $1,200 CEU allowance per year
• 401(k) plan
• Short- and long-term disability
• Weekly direct deposit

Why Work With Us

• Dedicated recruiter support with transparent communication
• Access to nationwide opportunities
• Flexibility without sacrificing stability
• Clinician-first culture

Critical Connection, inc Job ID #18379687. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Therapy:PHYSICAL THERAPIST (PT),07:00:00-15:00:00