Outpatient | Physical Therapist

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Travel Physical Therapist Jobs - Outpatient Rehabilitation Assignment in Lincoln, Illinois

Apply now for a 13-week outpatient travel Physical Therapist assignment in Lincoln, Illinois, with weekly estimated pay of $2,060-$2,210. Join a collaborative rehabilitation team and help adolescents, adults, and older adults improve mobility, strength, function, and quality of life. First-time travelers are welcome to apply.

This Physical Therapy opportunity is ideal for a clinician who enjoys a collaborative outpatient environment, varied orthopedic and neurological caseloads, and the flexibility of a travel assignment. Located in central Illinois, Lincoln offers a welcoming community atmosphere, convenient access to parks and outdoor recreation, and easy travel to larger cities throughout the region. It is a comfortable destination for clinicians seeking a balanced lifestyle alongside meaningful patient care.

Travel Physical Therapist Job Details

Location: Lincoln, Illinois

Healthcare Setting: Outpatient rehabilitation and physical therapy

Assignment Type: 13-week travel assignment

Start Date: October 19, 2026

End Date: January 18, 2027

Weekly Estimated Pay: $2,060-$2,210

Schedule: 4 shifts per week, 10-hour days

Shift Duration: 10-hour day shifts, approximately 6:45 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Hours: 40 hours per week

Weekend Schedule: Weekday schedule is preferred; occasional Saturday coverage from approximately 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. may be assigned on a rotation

Charting: Cerner experience preferred

Patient Population: Adolescents, adults, and geriatric patients

Orientation: Includes virtual orientation and required pre-start learning modules

Physical Therapist Job Requirements Current Physical Therapist license in Illinois, active and in hand at the time of submission

Minimum of 1 year of Physical Therapy experience

Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross; RQI cards are not accepted

Outpatient rehabilitation or outpatient Physical Therapy experience preferred

Strong clinical assessment, treatment planning, documentation, and patient education skills

Ability to provide physical therapy treatment to adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients

Flu vaccination required; medical and religious exemptions may be considered according to applicable policy

Travel experience is not required

Ability to participate in floating within the hospital or to nearby affiliated locations, as needed

Outpatient Physical Therapy Responsibilities Evaluate patients and develop individualized plans of care based on functional goals and clinical findings

Provide skilled therapeutic interventions for orthopedic, neurological, post-surgical, musculoskeletal, and balance-related conditions

Perform strength testing, range-of-motion assessment, gait training, mobility training, and functional reassessments

Use therapeutic modalities and techniques such as therapeutic exercise, manual therapy, traction, electrical stimulation, ultrasound, cryotherapy, and heat when clinically appropriate

Educate patients and families on home exercise programs, safety, injury prevention, assistive devices, and strategies for maximizing independence

Coordinate care with an interdisciplinary healthcare team and utilize interpretation services when needed

Maintain timely, accurate clinical documentation and communicate patient progress, barriers, and discharge recommendations

Support safe transitions of care and help patients progress toward short- and long-term functional goals

Apply now to join this outpatient rehabilitation team and advance your Physical Therapy career with a travel assignment 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.

Worksite address

lincoln, IL, 62656, US

Who can apply

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