Travel Physical Therapist

Job DescriptionSlate Healthcare is seeking a travel Physical Therapist for a travel job in West Frankfort, Illinois.Job Description & RequirementsSpecialty: Physical TherapistDiscipline: TherapyStart Date: ASAPDuration: 13 weeks36 hours per weekShift: 12 hoursEmployment Type: TravelKey ResponsibilitiesEvaluate, diagnose, and develop comprehensive treatment plans for patients with musculoskeletal, neurological, and orthopedic conditions.Provide evidence-based therapeutic interventions to improve patients physical function and quality of life.Collaborate closely with physicians, nurses, and other therapists to ensure continuity of care.Document all patient interactions accurately and timely in accordance with facility and regulatory standards.Educate patients and families on exercises and techniques to support ongoing recovery at home.Maintain a safe, clean, and positive clinical environment.QualificationsActive Physical Therapy license in the state of practice (or compact eligibility).Bachelor s, Master s, or Doctorate degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program.Minimum of 1 year of recent outpatient experience preferred.Current BLS certification.Strong interpersonal skills and ability to adapt to new environments quickly.Floating Requirement: This position requires floating to clinically appropriate units as needed, within the clinician s scope of practice, licensure, and demonstrated competencies.Southern Illinois Hospital Requirement Overview:Herrin Hospital PCU requires NIHSS, BLS, and ACLSHerrin Hospital Acute Rehab requires BLS and NIHSSHerrin Hospital Medical requires BLS and NIHSSMemorial Hospital of Carbondale Medical requires BLS and NIHSSMemorial Hospital of Carbondale PCU requires NIHSS, BLS, and ACLSMemorial Hospital of Carbondale Step Down ICU requires NIHSS, BLS, and ACLSMemorial Hospital of Carbondale ICU requires BLS, ACLS, NIHSS, and prefers CSU-ALSSt. Joseph Memorial Hospital Med/Surg requires BLS, ACLS, and NIHSSSlate Healthcare Job ID #8d9549fe-bd52-4a0b-9c12-dc84800ceaf5. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined.About Slate HealthcareSlate Healthcare is a premier travel healthcare staffing agency, connecting healthcare professionals with thousands of opportunities at top-tier hospitals and facilities across the country.We're committed to supporting nurses and allied health professionals in building stable, fulfilling careers—while embracing the freedom and excitement that comes with travel. Our goal is simple: to offer flexibility, competitive pay, and personalized placements that align with each clinician's lifestyle and career goals.At Slate, we empower our professionals to choose when and where they work, while ensuring they receive the highest compensation possible—because we believe that exceptional care starts with empowered caregivers.