Travel Physical Therapist (PT) – Outpatient Rehabilitation | Lincoln, Illinois

Join an outpatient rehabilitation team as a Travel Physical Therapist in Lincoln, Illinois, and help patients improve mobility, strength, function, and independence. This 13-week Illinois physical therapy assignment offers daytime shifts, no regular weekend commitment, and meaningful patient care in a critical access healthcare setting.

Travel Physical Therapist Job Details

• Weekly Estimated Pay: $2,060-$2,210
• Location: Lincoln, Illinois
• Healthcare Setting: Outpatient physical therapy in a critical access healthcare environment
• Start Date: October 19, 2026
• Assignment Duration: 13 weeks
• Schedule: 4 shifts per week; 10-hour day shifts, approximately 6:45 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
• Schedule Flexibility: Eight-hour shifts may also be considered based on department needs
• Weekend Coverage: No regular weekends; occasional Saturday coverage may be scheduled on a rotating basis
• Patient Population: Adolescents, adults, and geriatric patients
• Electronic Medical Record: Cerner experience preferred
• Travel Experience: First-time travelers are welcome
• Orientation: 16 hours

Physical Therapist Job Requirements

• Current, active Illinois Physical Therapist license in hand at the time of submission
• At least 1 year of physical therapy experience, preferably in an outpatient rehabilitation setting
• Current BLS certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross; RQI cards are not accepted
• Experience evaluating and treating orthopedic, neurological, musculoskeletal, and post-operative conditions
• Strong clinical assessment, documentation, communication, and time-management skills
• Ability to work independently while collaborating with an interdisciplinary healthcare team
• Willingness to support patient care needs through potential floating within the healthcare network
• Ability to complete required onboarding, compliance activities, and pre-start education within established timelines

Outpatient Physical Therapist Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive physical therapy evaluations, reassessments, and functional assessments
• Develop individualized plans of care with measurable short- and long-term goals
• Provide therapeutic interventions, including exercise programs, neuromuscular re-education, gait training, manual techniques, and appropriate modalities
• Treat patients with conditions such as back and neck pain, joint injuries, arthritis, fractures, post-operative diagnoses, stroke, Parkinson’s disease, multiple sclerosis, and other mobility-related conditions
• Train patients in the safe use of assistive devices, including walkers, crutches, gait belts, and other adaptive equipment
• Educate patients and families on home exercise programs, body mechanics, safety, injury prevention, and environmental considerations
• Monitor patient response to treatment and modify interventions as clinically appropriate
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation in the electronic medical record
• Coordinate care with providers and other members of the interdisciplinary team to support effective patient outcomes

Why Work in Lincoln, Illinois?

Lincoln offers a welcoming small-town atmosphere in central Illinois, with convenient access to outdoor recreation and nearby communities. Join this outpatient physical therapy team and provide patient-centered rehabilitation care in a supportive critical access setting.

Apply now for this Travel Physical Therapist opportunity in Lincoln, Illinois.

Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.