Travel Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) Physical Therapy Assistant - $1,484 per week

Jackson Therapy Partners; Morrison (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401k matching plan

Weekly, on-time pay

24/7 recruiter support

Referral bonuses

100% paid housing available

Job summary

Jackson Therapy Partners is looking for a travel Physical Therapy Assistant to join our team in Morrison, Illinois. In this role, you will work with patients recovering from injuries, assisting in their mobility and function improvements under the supervision of licensed Physical Therapists.

The ideal candidate should have an Associate degree from an accredited program and an active Illinois PTA license, with a preference for experience in skilled nursing facilities. We offer competitive benefits, including medical coverage and 401k matching.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Physical Therapist Assistant from an accredited educational program.
• Active Illinois PTA license required to start the assignment.
• Experience working in a skilled nursing facility or long-term care setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist licensed therapists in implementing treatment plans.
• Promote patient safety and contribute to interdisciplinary care goals.
• Work with patients recovering from injury or illness.

Skills

Experience in skilled nursing facility

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Ability to follow treatment plans

Education

Associate degree in Physical Therapist Assistant

Active Illinois PTA license

Job description

Jackson Therapy Partners is seeking a travel Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) Physical Therapy Assistant for a travel job in Morrison, Illinois.

Job Description & Requirements

Make a real difference as a travel Physical Therapist Assistant in Morrison, IL at a skilled nursing facility. You will work with patients recovering from injury or illness, helping them improve mobility, function, and quality of life under the direction of a licensed Physical Therapist.

• Specialty: Physical Therapy Assistant
• Discipline: Therapy
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours
• Employment Type: Travel

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate degree in Physical Therapist Assistant from an accredited educational program.
• Active Illinois PTA license required to start the assignment.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from AHA or ARC may be required.
• Experience working in a skilled nursing facility or long-term care setting preferred.
• Ability to follow treatment plans developed by a licensed Physical Therapist and document care according to facility and regulatory standards.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with transfers, gait training, and restorative nursing programs preferred.
• Experience with electronic medical record documentation preferred.

Assignment Details

• Position: Physical Therapist Assistant (travel)

Benefits

• Medical benefits and 401k matching plan.
• Weekly, on-time pay.
• 24/7 recruiter support by text, phone, or email.
• Referral bonuses and travel and license reimbursement.
• 100% paid housing available when applicable.

Impacting Patient Care

As a traveling PTA, you will support continuity of care in skilled nursing. You will assist licensed therapists in implementing treatment plans, promoting patient safety, and contributing to interdisciplinary care goals. You will have opportunities to work in varied clinical environments and expand clinical skills while delivering evidence‑based interventions.

Location Highlights

Morrison, IL offers access to outdoor recreation and regional destinations within reasonable driving distances. The city sits along the Rock River and provides local riverside parks and fishing access, with Rock Falls and Sterling approximately 20–25 minutes by car. Nearby attractions include Lowden State Park and the Hennepin Canal Parkway for hiking and paddling, and driving to the Quad Cities takes about 45–60 minutes for expanded cultural and dining options. The area suits clinicians seeking a suburban‑rural lifestyle with outdoor recreation and short commutes to regional urban centers.

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.

Jackson Therapy Partners Job ID #445917. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax‑free stipend amount to be determined.