Travel Physical Therapist Job

Embark on a transformative journey as a Travel Physical Therapist in Illinois, Carbondale, where your clinical expertise helps patients regain function and confidence across diverse settings. This Physical Therapist role is crafted for professionals who blend compassionate care with autonomy, collaboration, and continuous learning. Beginning 11/26/2025, you’ll join a national network that supports your growth through targeted mentorship, ongoing clinical education, and the opportunity to expand your specialty within rehabilitation. Carbondale sits at the crossroads of outdoor beauty and academic energy, a gateway to Shawnee National Forest, Garden of the Gods, and a welcoming community that values wellness, culture, and innovation. Whether you’re guiding a plan of care in a fast-paced clinic or coordinating with a multidisciplinary team in a short-term assignment, you’ll see the tangible impact of your hands-on therapy on mobility, independence, and overall quality of life.

Location Benefits: In Carbondale you’ll enjoy a blend of small-town charm and access to outdoor recreation that recharges your clinical focus. The region offers affordable living, a thriving local arts scene, and proximity to larger hubs for weekend adventures. You’ll benefit from a support system designed to make travel rewarding—from housing assistance to a robust network of travel coordinators who handle the logistics so you can concentrate on patient care. More broadly, this opportunity opens doors to assignments across the United States, exposing you to a spectrum of settings—from urban hospital rehab floors to rural outpatient clinics and inpatient specialty units. You’ll gain versatility in treatment environments, sharpen interdisciplinary collaboration, and build a resilient practice that travels with you. Illinois itself rewards exploration, with scenic drives, nature preserves, and dynamic communities that celebrate education, healthcare, and a high quality of life.

Role Specifics and Benefits:
- Core responsibilities and growth: Provide evidence-based physical therapy to diverse patient populations, conduct comprehensive evaluations, develop individualized treatment plans, and implement interventions to restore function and achieve functional goals. Continuously monitor progress, adjust care plans, document outcomes, and communicate effectively with physicians, nursing staff, and care teams. Employ a range of modalities, manual therapy, therapeutic exercise, gait training, balance work, and patient education to optimize recovery and independence. Embrace ongoing professional development to expand your skills within orthopedics and general rehabilitation, with opportunities to pursue specialty certifications and leadership roles as you gain experience.
- Collaboration and continuity: Work within a supportive network that emphasizes multidisciplinary collaboration, seamless handoffs between settings, and a patient-centered approach that respects cultural and personal preferences. You’ll contribute to care coordination, discharge planning, and home exercise program design, ensuring patients stay engaged in their rehabilitation beyond the clinic walls.
- Benefits and support: Competitive weekly pay ranging from 3,202 to 3,364, with bonus opportunities and housing assistance to ease transitions. Extension options are available through contract renewals, enabling you to deepen your practice in preferred settings. You’ll receive comprehensive 24/7 support from the company while traveling, including access to a dedicated travel coordinator, onboarding resources, clinical consults, and digital tools designed to streamline documentation and telehealth collaboration. A path to professional growth is clear, with mentorship, peer networking, and resources that help you progress along your PT career ladder.
- Work-life balance and logistics: Start date is 11/26/2025, with a Weeks-based duration structure and variable schedules designed to fit your life and clinical goals. While Guaranteed Hours are listed as 0.0, the role is built to provide consistent patient volumes across assignments, with predictability in weekly compensation through the contract framework and extensions. You’ll also have access to relocation and housing amenities to help you settle quickly and comfortably.

Company Values: Our organization is dedicated to empowering physical therapists to advance their careers while delivering compassionate, high-quality care. We cultivate a supportive, inclusive environment where your clinical voice matters, mentorship is available at every stage, and collaboration across disciplines is encouraged. We believe in recognizing your contributions, investing in your professional development, and creating pathways for leadership and specialization. With a strong patient-centered mission and a commitment to work-life balance, we help you grow into the clinician you aspire to be while enjoying meaningful, long-term impact on the communities you serve.

Call to Action: If you’re ready to elevate your physical therapy practice, broaden your clinical horizons, and join a company that values your expertise and development, apply today. This is your chance to impact patients’ lives in Carbondale and across diverse U.S. settings while enjoying comprehensive support, competitive compensation, and a culture that believes in your potential. Take the next step in your PT journey and help shape the future of rehabilitative care.

Note: Hours and pay rates listed are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and scheduling details will be confirmed during the hiring process.

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About TLC Nursing
TLC Nursing is a nationwide travel healthcare staffing agency pairing RNs, LPNs, CNAs, and Allied Health professionals with high-quality travel and local contracts across the U.S.

ShiftShield™ – Traveler Protection
ShiftShield™ protects travelers from preventable facility-driven cancellations and ensures fair compensation for schedule disruptions.

Why Travelers Choose TLC

• Competitive weekly pay
• Fast credentialing
• 24/7 recruiter & clinical support
• Nationwide assignments

Referral Bonus
Earn up to $1,000 per referral — no employment required.

EEO Statement
TLC Nursing is an Equal Opportunity Employer.