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Travel Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) - $1,441 per week in Joliet, IL

Malone Healthcare

  • Joliet, IL
  • 5 days ago
  • $1,441

Highlights

Joliet, IL offers easy access to Historic Route 66, downtown Chicago, Starved Rock State Park, Indiana Dunes National Park, and more - ideal for travelers looking to explore the Midwest during their assignment. Provide physical therapy assistant services to an adult inpatient population on a medical-surgical floor within a Level 2 Trauma facility.

Numbers & Facts

LocationJoliet, IL
Salary$1,441

Description

Key Responsibilities
  • Provide physical therapy assistant services to an adult inpatient population on a medical-surgical floor within a Level 2 Trauma facility
  • Treat patients presenting with neurological, orthopedic, and general medical diagnoses
  • Document patient care using Meditech EHR (transitioning to EPIC in November 2026)
  • Collaborate with the therapy team and supervising therapist to implement individualized treatment plans
  • Opportunity to float to the Acute Rehabilitation Unit (ARU) if interested and qualified - not required
Required Qualifications
  • Active Illinois PTA license required
  • Minimum 1 year of experience as a Physical Therapy Assistant
  • Ability to work a day shift schedule including every other weekend
Preferred Experience / Skills
  • Adult inpatient or Acute Rehabilitation Unit (ARU) experience
  • ICU experience is a plus, though not required
  • Familiarity with neuro, orthopedic, and general medical patient populations
Why Join Us
  • Work in a large, established acute care facility with a collaborative therapy team in a dynamic clinical environment
  • Joliet, IL offers easy access to Historic Route 66, downtown Chicago, Starved Rock State Park, Indiana Dunes National Park, and more - ideal for travelers looking to explore the Midwest during their assignment


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