Travel Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) - $1,060 to $1,260 per week in Sterling, IL

Make a real difference as a travel PTA. You will work with patients recovering from injury or illness, helping them move better, feel better, and stay active under the guidance of a licensed Physical Therapist. Apply today and a recruiter will follow up with the details.

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited educational program.
• Active Illinois PTA license required to start the assignment.
• BLS (Basic Life Support) certification from AHA or ARC required or must be obtainable prior to start.
• Experience working in a skilled nursing facility or long-term care setting preferred.
• Experience with standard skilled nursing documentation, restorative programs, and working with geriatric populations preferred.
• Ability to work a full-time schedule and complete required facility onboarding and background checks.

Assignment Details

• Facility Type: Skilled Nursing Facility
• Shift Name: Days
• Shift Details: Days 0830-1630
• Work Days: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
• Meal Break: 30 minutes
• Contract Length: 13 weeks
• Guaranteed Hours: 35 per week

Location Highlights

Sterling, IL offers easy access to regional recreation and urban amenities. The city is near the Rock River waterfront and Veterans Memorial Park, about a 5–10 minute drive to riverfront trails and picnic areas, offering outdoor and quiet suburban lifestyle options. Rock Falls and downtown Sterling are connected by a short drive across the river, with local dining, museums, and community events within a 10-minute commute. Starved Rock State Park is approximately 35–40 miles away, providing hiking, canyons, and boating for an adventurous weekend. The area is within a one-hour drive to the Quad Cities and offers regional transit options and highway access for commuting or weekend travel.

Benefits Designed for Travelers

We provide a comprehensive benefits package starting on day one. Details will be provided by your recruiter.

Impacting Patient Care Nationwide

Join as a PTA traveler and gain flexibility and stability. Opportunities include direct hire, temp-to-hire, and travel contracts. A recruiter will provide details about assignment support and available resources.

EEO Statement

Jackson Healthcare and its family of companies are an EEO/AA Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all of our associates.