Travel Physical Therapist Assistant - $1,260 per week
| Verified Pay check_circle | Provided by the employer$1,260 per week |
|---|---|
| Hours | Full-time, Part-time |
| Location | Forsyth, Illinois |
About this job
Jackson Therapy Partners is seeking a travel Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) Physical Therapy Assistant for a travel job in Forsyth, Illinois.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Physical Therapy Assistant
- Discipline: Therapy
- Start Date: ASAP
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 40 hours per week
- Shift: 8 hours
- Employment Type: Travel
Make a real difference as a travel PTA. You will work with patients recovering from injuries or illness, helping them move better, feel better, and stay active under the guidance of a licensed Physical Therapist. Apply today and a recruiter will follow up with the details.
Minimum Qualifications
- Associate degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited educational program.
- Active Illinois PTA license required to start the assignment.
- BLS certification from AHA or ARC may be required.
- Experience working in a skilled nursing facility preferred.
- Experience with restorative nursing programs, ADL retraining, and assistive devices preferred.
- Minimum 1 year of recent PTA clinical experience preferred.
Assignment Details
- Facility Type: Skilled Nursing Facility.
- Shift: Days.
- Shift Hours: 08:30–16:30.
- Work Pattern: Five 8-hour shifts per week.
- Contract Length: 13 weeks (VMS Contract Weeks).
- Guaranteed Hours: 35 hours per week (VMS Guaranteed Hours).
Location Highlights
Forsyth, IL offers a suburban lifestyle with easy access to regional attractions and outdoor recreation. The town is located within a short drive to Springfield, IL (approximately 10–15 minutes), home to the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum and the Illinois State Capitol. Commuters can reach Lake Springfield in about 20 minutes for boating, fishing, and lakeside trails. The area provides access to Interstate 55 within a 10–15 minute drive for regional travel and is near local parks such as Rock Springs Conservation Area roughly 25 minutes away for hiking and wildlife viewing. The community suits clinicians seeking a quiet suburban setting with convenient access to cultural sites, state government landmarks, and outdoor activities within short driving distances.
Impacting Patient Care Nationwide
Join as a PTA traveler and gain flexibility and professional growth. You will receive recruiter support throughout the assignment. Your responsiveness is appreciated.
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 #444086. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined.
About Jackson Therapy Partners
Delivering a lifetime of opportunities in both contract and permanent positions, Jackson Therapy Partners™ connects highly skilled therapy and education professionals with rewarding careers at more than 1,300 rehab facilities, schools, outpatient clinics, hospitals, and skilled nursing facilities every year. Our award-winning team is 100% committed to you and to the development and success of your healthcare career. We take pride in being a value-driven company with a social conscious, and we're invested in your future. With Jackson, you'll get the jobs you want most from a company that values patient care as much as you do. Jackson Therapy Partners is part of the Jackson Healthcare® family of companies.
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