Outpatient Physical Therapy Assistant
Taylorville, IL
GHR Healthcare
5x8 hrs

Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) travel assignment in Taylorville, IL — 13-week outpatient rehab contract for licensed or license-eligible PTAs ready to join a Critical Access Hospital outpatient rehab team. This outpatient PTA job in Taylorville (zip 62568) offers 5x8 day shifts, Cerner charting, and a supportive small-town community.

Quick Job Snapshot

• Job Title: Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) – Travel / Outpatient Rehab
• Location: Taylorville, Illinois (ZIP 62568) — local travel PTA opportunity
• Assignment Length: 13 weeks (April 6, 2026 – July 6, 2026)
• Setting: Outpatient Rehab Clinic & Swingbed Unit at a Critical Access Hospital
• Shift: 5x8-hour day shifts (Mon–Fri, 08:00–16:30)
• Hours per Week: 40
• Patient Visits: ~9 visits/day
• Charting / EHR: Cerner
• Attire / Parking: Business casual or professional athletic attire; free parking with permit (provided during orientation)
• Estimated Weekly Pay: $1,470–$1,580/week

Why Apply — Travel PTA / Outpatient Physical Therapy Job in Illinois

Join a welcoming rehab team in Taylorville, IL — a community known for parks, a historic downtown, and easy outdoor access. This PT/ PTA travel job is ideal for PTAs who want outpatient rehab experience in a critical access hospital setting. First-time travel PTAs are encouraged to apply.

PTA Job Requirements (Qualifications)

• Minimum 1 year of experience as a PTA in an outpatient clinic or similar outpatient rehab setting
• Active or pending Illinois PTA license required at time of application (Illinois PTA license)
• BLS certification (AHA or Red Cross)
• Experience with vital sign monitoring and basic clinical assessments
• Strong documentation skills: assessments, discharge planning, short-term goals, outcomes tracking
• Clinical skills: home exercise program (HEP) instruction, safe lifting/transfers, gait training, therapeutic exercise, use of assistive devices (walkers, canes), and familiarity with sit-to-stand and Hoyer lifts
• Ability to recognize and report signs/symptoms of physical, sexual, or psychological abuse
• First-time travelers accepted; weekend coverage not required
• Must be able to work 2 out of 3 major holidays if assignment overlaps

Primary Responsibilities — Outpatient Rehab PTA

• Provide high-quality physical therapy assistance to adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients in outpatient and swingbed units
• Conduct patient assessments, monitor vital signs, and assist with documentation in Cerner
• Develop and implement individualized home exercise programs (HEP) and therapeutic exercise plans
• Deliver gait training, balance interventions, transfer and mobility assistance using equipment such as sit-to-stand lifts, Hoyer lifts, and walkers
• Assist with discharge planning and communicate progress and short-term goals to supervising PT and interdisciplinary team
• Support patients with diagnoses including neurological conditions, post-surgical recovery, balance disorders, amputations, chronic pain, COPD, and oncology-related rehab
• Maintain patient safety and a supportive environment; recognize and report any signs of abuse

What You'll Gain

• Valuable outpatient rehab and critical access hospital experience for your PTA resume
• Work-life balance with weekdays-only schedule and predictable 40-hour weeks
• Supportive team environment and orientation with permit parking provided
• Opportunity to explore Taylorville, IL — ideal for PTAs seeking small-town living and outdoor recreation

Ready to take the next step? Apply now for this Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) travel assignment in Taylorville, IL. Join our healthcare team today — submit your resume and proof of Illinois licensure or licensing status to be considered.

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