Travel Physical Therapist
Peoria, IL
Cross Country Allied
4x10 hrs
Referral Bonus
$2,710/weekOverview
- Start Date08/31/2026
- Shift Breakdown4x10 hrs
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus
Description
Job Summary:
The organization is seeking a Physical Therapist (Inpatient) for a position located in Peoria, Illinois. This role involves providing therapy services across various hospital units, including orthopedics, neurology, trauma, and post-surgical care. The position offers a rotating shift schedule with four ten-hour days, including weekends.
Job Details:
- Shift Schedule: Rotating shifts, 10 hours per shift, including Saturday and Sunday, with flexibility on the third and fourth days.
- Required Qualifications: Doctoral degree in Physical Therapy; Illinois Physical Therapist License; BLS certification from the American Heart Association; minimum of 1 year experience as a Physical Therapist in an acute setting; current Illinois license or confirmation that the application process has been initiated.
- Certifications: BLS (AHA).
- Setting: Inpatient hospital coverage across multiple departments including ortho, neuro, trauma, and post-surgical units.
- Additional Skills/Knowledge: Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; proficient with Microsoft Office; strong analytical, problem-solving, and documentation skills.
- Notes: Flexible scheduling around the third and fourth days; candidate must understand the organizations drug-free campus policy and produce a negative drug screen; must include Saturday and Sunday shifts.
Benefits
The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:
- Private housing or generous housing allowance
- Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
- Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
- Competitive salaries
- Referral bonuses
- Travel reimbursement
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Direct deposit/free checking
- Unlimited free CE credits
Employer
Cross Country Allied
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Pros
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Cons
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You bring the expertise. We bring the support you deserve. At Cross Country, we connect allied professionals with flexible opportunities designed around what matters most — your goals, your growth, and your wellbeing. Whether you specialize in imaging, respiratory, surgical, or lab work, we’re here to champion your success with nationwide roles, hands-on support, and a team that sees you as essential. Because this isn’t just work. It’s your purpose.
Peoria, IL
About
The largest city on the Illinois River, Peoria's downtown offers scenic views of the water, with the Peoria RiverFront district one of the oldest urban areas in the state. It attracts visitors and locals of all ages as a prime spot for outdoor festivals, concerts and gatherings and offers outstanding restaurants, cultural centers and a river trail. The Riverfront Museum focuses on history, art and science and features five major permanent galleries and rotating exhibits. Over 9,000 acres of parkland, including the Luthy Botanical Garden and Peoria Zoo, attract nature lovers near and far. And everyone enjoys the seasonal Peoria RiverFront Market and Peoria Farmers Market at Metro Centre and their vast array of fresh, local fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, baked goods, honey and more.
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