Travel Physical Therapist - Weekly Pay

The VIOS Clinic; Park Ridge (IL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

The VIOS Clinic is seeking a Travel Physical Therapist to evaluate and develop individualized care plans for diverse patients in an acute care setting. You will collaborate with medical staff and supervise PTAs while guiding treatment progression.

You will bill per guidelines, ensure compliance with licensure, and maintain accurate documentation using hospital systems. Travel roles require 35 hours/week and 8-hour shifts.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 months of experience; new graduates encouraged to apply.
• Current BLS certification and state-specific licensure.
• Strong knowledge of anatomy, physiology, pathology, and medical terminology.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and lean for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and supervise PTAs and support staff.
• Bill accurately within facility guidelines.
• Ensure compliance with state-specific PT board regulations.
• Collaborate with medical personnel and physicians to develop team-focused plans.
• Assess and modify care plans based on patient progress.
• Understand and utilize adaptive equipment.
• Maintain timely, accurate documentation per guidelines.
• Use medical center computer systems for daily tasks.
• Patient evaluation, care plan development, supervision of support staff, and documentation in travel role.

Skills

Patient evaluation

Team supervision

Clinical documentation

Acute care knowledge

Anatomy & physiology

Job description

Role: Travel Physical Therapist (PT) responsible for evaluating, developing, and executing individualized care plans for diverse patient populations in an acute care setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee and supervise PTAs and support staff.
• Bill accurately within facility guidelines.
• Ensure compliance with state-specific PT board regulations.
• Collaborate with medical personnel and physicians to develop team-focused plans.
• Assess and modify care plans based on patient progress.
• Understand and utilize adaptive equipment.
• Maintain timely, accurate documentation per guidelines.
• Use medical center computer systems for daily tasks.

Qualifications & Skills

• Minimum of 6 months of experience; new graduates encouraged to apply.
• Current BLS certification and state-specific licensure.
• Strong knowledge of anatomy, physiology, pathology, and medical terminology.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and lean for extended periods.

Additional Details: This travel role involves 35 hours per week, 8-hour days, with responsibilities including patient evaluation, care plan development, supervision of support staff, and documentation. Certifications beyond BLS may be required prior to assignment.