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

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

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

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. Please submit your resume as requested to be considered.

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)

Apply now and you will be contacted by a recruiter who will give you more information.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits designed for travelers, effective as specified by the staffing company.

• 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.

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.