Travel Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) - $1,060 to $1,260 per week in Savoy, IL

Make a real difference as a travel PTA. You will work with patients recovering from injury 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 the American Heart Association or American Red Cross may be required.
• Experience working in a skilled nursing facility preferred.
• Current documentation of immunizations and TB screening as required by facility policy.
• Ability to work with geriatric and medically complex patients, including experience with transfers, gait training, and therapeutic exercise preferred.

Assignment Details

• Facility type: Skilled Nursing Facility.
• Shift: Days.
• Shift hours: 08:30–16:30.
• Work pattern: Five 8-hour shifts per week.
• Start: ASAP.
• Assignment length: 15 weeks.
• Guaranteed hours per week: 32.

Location Highlights

Savoy, IL offers convenient access to outdoor recreation and regional attractions. The city is within a 10–15 minute drive of the University of Illinois campus in Urbana-Champaign and about 10 miles from the Champaign-Urbana Regional Airport, providing regional transit options and frequent cultural events. Savoy is approximately 20 miles from Lake of the Woods Forest Preserve and about 35 miles from Kickapoo State Recreation Area, offering hiking, boating, and fishing opportunities for an outdoor lifestyle. The area includes local dining and shopping in the Campustown and Downtown Champaign districts, with commuter access via I-57 and short drives to community theaters, museums, and annual festivals, fitting both suburban and collegiate lifestyles.

Benefits Designed for Travelers

We value your commitment to patient care. A comprehensive benefits package is available starting day one.

• Weekly, on-time pay.
• Full medical benefits and 401k matching plan.
• 24/7 recruiter support by text, phone, or email.
• Referral bonuses and travel/license reimbursement.
• Housing options available.

Impacting Patient Care Nationwide

Join as a PTA traveler to gain flexibility, stability, and professional growth. Opportunities include direct hire, temp-to-hire, and travel contracts using career tools designed for therapy professionals.

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.