Travel Physical Therapist - Acute Care Hospital

American Traveler; Peoria (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

High Pay and Bonuses

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

401(k) Plan

Weekly Payroll Deposit

Free Online CEUs

Generous Housing Allowance

Travel and Licensure Reimbursements

Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy

Traveler Rewards and Discounts

Job summary

American Traveler is seeking a Physical Therapist for an acute care hospital setting in Peoria, IL. The role requires at least 1 year of acute care PT experience and a Doctoral degree in Physical Therapy (or grandfathered licensure).

You will evaluate patients, develop treatment plans, and document progress in EPIC. The position features 4x10-hour shifts (Thu-Sun) with local candidates welcome and travel/licensure reimbursements.

Qualifications

• Doctoral degree in Physical Therapy required; or grandfathered licensure.
• Minimum 1 year of experience as a PT in an acute care setting.
• IL PT license required if applicable.
• BLS (AHA) certification required.
• Strong interpersonal and computer skills; proficient with Microsoft software.
• Analytical and detail-oriented with problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Acute inpatient care within the hospital's Physical Therapy unit.
• Cover ortho, neuro, trauma, and post-surgical patients; ICU possible.
• 4x10-hour shifts, Thu–Sun, with flexibility for weekend coverage.
• Use EPIC for charting and documentation.
• Evaluate patients, set goals, plan treatment, and record progress.
• Collaborate with technicians and treatment team; communicate with families.
• Drug-Free Campus; pass drug screen; vaccination not required.
• Local candidates welcome; reduced local rate for clinicians within 50 miles.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Computer skills

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Education

Doctoral degree in Physical Therapy

PT license (grandfathered possible)

Tools

EPIC charting

Job description

American Traveler is seeking a Physical Therapist for an acute care hospital setting, requiring at least 1 year of acute care PT experience and a Doctoral degree in Physical Therapy (or equivalent grandfathered licensure).

Requirements

• Doctoral degree in Physical Therapy required for those licensed after 2016; bachelor's or master's degree accepted for those licensed prior to 2016
• Minimum 1 year of experience as a PT in an acute care setting
• IL PT license required if applicable
• BLS (AHA) certification required
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft software
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail

Responsibilities

• Acute inpatient care setting within the hospital's Physical Therapy unit
• Coverage areas include ortho, neuro, trauma, and post-surgical patients, potentially including ICU
• 4x10-hour shifts, Thursday through Sunday, with flexibility on specific days as long as Saturday and Sunday are covered
• Uses EPIC for charting
• Responsibilities include evaluating patients' physical and functional status, establishing therapy goals, formulating treatment plans, and documenting patient progress
• Collaborates with and assists technicians and assistants in resolving patient care issues
• Communicates effectively with patients, families, and treatment team members
• Facility is a Drug-Free Campus; candidates must pass a negative drug screen for all panels
• COVID vaccination is not required for this facility
• Local candidates welcome; reduced local rate applies for clinicians within 50 miles of the facility
• No radius rule restricting eligibility

Benefits

• High Pay and Bonuses
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
• 401(k) Plan
• Weekly Payroll Deposit
• Free Online CEUs
• Generous Housing Allowance
• Travel and Licensure Reimbursements
• Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy
• Traveler Rewards and Discounts

Job ID: P-785372

Open Positions: 1