Travel Contract

Travel Physical Therapy Assistant
Waukegan, IL
Cross Country Allied
5x8 hrs, Days

$1,430/week

Posted 2 days ago

Overview

Start Date12/23/2024
Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
ShiftDays
Duration13 weeks

Pay

Estimated total pay

$1,430/week

Description

Job Description

As an allied health professional, you'll play an important role in preventing disease and promoting patient wellness and safety. You may work at a hospital, outpatient center, private practice, home health, telemedicine, nursing facility, clinic, school, laboratory or other facility. Whether you're serving as a technician, lab worker, therapist, speech-language pathologist, social worker, medical assistant or other allied health professional, you'll use your education, training and specialized skills to provide support for patients and help them strive for optimal health.

Minimum Requirements

At least 1 year of recent acute care experience in specialty

Benefits The benefits of taking a travel allied job 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

Dominique Bryant

Cross Country Allied

Cross Country Allied Job ID #1013596. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: PTA - PT SNF Physical Therapist SNF.

Employer

Cross Country Allied

4.0rating(32 reviews)

4 nurses recommend working with Cross Country Allied

5.0rating

Pros

Great communication and very responsive!

Cons

Agency doesn’t have much for nuclear medicine technologist.

Recommends working with Cross Country Allied

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Nuclear Medicine Technologist (Allied Health Professional)

Review of Shaun Abrams on Oct 22, 2024

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Applicants must have at least 1-2 years of POST CLINICAL work experience Craving an adventure? Travel with us to a facility out of town or out of state and explore new ways to broaden your horizons, both on the job and off. Long-and short-term assignments are available. Want to work close to home? We have plenty of local opportunities as well. You could even work from home with our teletherapy options. Join our team and choose from a variety of assignments across the country or close to home. You can customize a career path for every stage of life

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About Waukegan, IL

As a Travel Physical Therapy Assistant in Waukegan, IL here's what you should know:

Cost of Living

The cost of living in Waukegan, IL is slightly lower than the national average, making it a more affordable option for travel nurses.
Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.

Weather

Waukegan experiences average summer highs of around 81°F and winter lows of about 15°F.
Be prepared for a wide range of temperatures throughout the year.

Furnished Housing

Short term rentals and furnished housing options are available in Waukegan, and they are relatively easy to find.
Many apartment complexes offer flexible lease terms for travel nurses.

Transportation

Waukegan is relatively car-friendly, with easy access to major highways.
Public transportation options are also available, including bus services for getting around the city.

Demographics

Waukegan is a diverse city with a wide range of age groups.
Common health issues in the area include obesity and diabetes.
There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area, creating a supportive community.

Things to Do

Waukegan offers a variety of restaurants featuring diverse cuisines, as well as art galleries and live music venues.
Sports enthusiasts can enjoy golfing and outdoor activities near Lake Michigan.

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