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Physical Therapist (PT)
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What they do
A Physical Therapist helps patients with physically disabling conditions or injuries to improve their ability to move and manage their pain. Uses techniques including targeted exercises and massage therapy. Works in conjunction with other healthcare providers to provide rehabilitation to patients after an injury or illness. May specialize in treating certain types of injuries or patients.
$87,262 / year median in Illinois
+8% projected growth
Job Description
Amergis Healthcare is actively looking for a Physical Therapist that would be interested in an 13 Week , full-time contract opportunity at a hospital in Rockford , IL . Additional details of the contract are below:
Position:
Physical Therapist Location:
Rockford, IL Total Travel Package:
$2,646/week Must reside over 50 miles away to qualify for travel package
• Taxable Wages = $1,246.00/week Weekly Housing Allowance = $770.00/week Weekly Meals & Incidentals Allowance = $476.00/week Estimated Weekly Take Home after taxes = $2,296.00
Schedule:
40 Hours Guaranteed Monday- Friday 8:00AM- 4:30 PM No weekends or holidays
Duration:
13 Weeks (likely extension)
Requirements:
1+ years of experience as Physical Therapist IL PT license BLS Lymphedema experience Only accepting travelers (Must reside 50 miles or more away) 10/19/26 Benefits At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits: Competitive pay & weekly paychecks Health, dental, vision, and life insurance 401(k) savings plan Awards and recognition programs
•Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status. About Amergis Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions. Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Job Category:
Allied Job Function:
Allied | Physical Therapist |
Physical Therapist Job Type:
Travel Setting:
Healthcare Facilities Position Type:
Healthcare Office Number:
0369
Contract Duration:
13
Pay Rate:
$2646 /
Week Date Posted:
2026-08-25T13:28:48