Physical Therapist - Outpatient (Days), Ma
Listed compensation
$1246.00 Weekly
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- Contract
- Call expectations
- Not specified
- Weekends
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Job Description
Travel Physical Therapist - Outpatient (Days)
Mobile Health Team Inc. is seeking an experienced Physical Therapist - Outpatient for a 13-week travel assignment in Mattoon, IL.
- Contract Details
- Days 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM 8; 40 Hour Guarantee
- Start Date: 8/3/2026
- Contract: 13 weeks
- Location: Mattoon, IL
- Hourly Pay: $ 31.50
- Non-taxed Stipend: $1246.00
- Weekly Total Pay: $2191.00
- EMR: Cerner
- Non-billable Hours: 16 hours
Traveler Policy: Applicants within 50 miles of facility are not eligible. Candidates' Permanent Address (Facility will not consider local candidates - 50-mile radius restriction)
Physical Therapists plan and execute rehabilitation programs to help patients return to a higher level of physical function. Physical Therapists utilize a variety of skills, including, but not limited to, therapeutic exercise, neuromuscular re-education, physical modalities, gait training, and manual techniques. Our therapists demonstrate effective communication and strong interpersonal skills to motivate patients and provide compassionate care.
Key Responsibilities
Apply knowledge of anatomy, exercise physiology, biomechanics, kinesiology, neuroscience, and pharmacology.
Assist other facility staff members as needed to provide care and create a clean, orderly and effective environment for rehabilitation and physical therapy.
Develop a plan for patients following completion of their Plan of Care with an appropriate home exercise program and discharge instructions.
Develop a Plan of Care for each patient based on initial and ongoing evaluations, including short and long-term goals, collaboration demands of other staff members, and required patient and caregiver involvement.
Document patient progress according to approved medical documentation and facility documentation procedures.
Evaluate mobility, strength and current level of patient function, while setting goals to improve in these areas that are scaled to patient abilities and realistically attainable.
Implement the Plan of Care on a consistent schedule and adjust this schedule and plan according to patient progress.
Maintain open lines of effective communication between therapy staff, department staff and referral sources involved in the care of the patient.
Maintain patient records, ensuring that Certifications and Authorizations are in compliance with third party payer requirements.
Maintain professional and technical knowledge through attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications, etc.
Perform initial and ongoing physical therapy evaluations according to APTA standards of practice as well as state standards.
- Strong experience administering a wide range of physical therapy techniques.
- Supervise physical therapy assistants as indicated in a professional and consistent manner.
Compensation
- Weekly Pay (hourly) + Non-taxed Stipend (if eligible)
- Pay package details provided upon offer
Requirements
Minimum Requirements
- Must have 1+ years of PT Experience
- Outpatient experience is required
- Must have Active American Heart Association BLS certification
- Must have Active Illinois/IL Physical Therapist License
Excellent communication skills. Ability to work independently.
- Strong organizational skills and ability to multitask
- Willingness to participate in continuing education and training programs
- Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently
- Strong communication, professionalism, and reliability
Compliance/Screening (Pre-Start)
- Drug screen and background check (facility required)
- Additional facility onboarding forms as assigned
Benefits
- Why Work With Mobile Health Team Inc.:
- Weekly pay
- Dedicated recruiter support
- Streamlined onboarding & compliance guidance
- Transparent pay packages
- Opportunities for extensions and future assignments
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Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Physical Therapist - Outpatient (Days), Mattoon, IL at Mobile Health Team a 8.0 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as excellent. This places the position in the top 5% in Physical Therapy — ranked against 21,185 active Physical Therapy listings on WeekdayDoc.
Physical Therapist Career Context
Of the 50 active Physical Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 48% have no call, 72% require no weekends.
Physical Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is down 1.6% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).
The cost-of-living index for Illinois is 100.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$67k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $67k in an average-cost state. 62.6% of Illinois clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
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