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Quincy Medical Group
Quincy, Illinois

Physical Therapist Assistant

Physical Therapist 8.2 Work-LifeNo weekendsFull-Time

Listed compensation

$25-$37.5/hr

The week · per this posting · Monday – Friday

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Job Description

If you are a current Duly/SBC/QMG employee, please apply through the Internal Career Site.

At Quincy Medical Group, you are supported to do your best work and make a meaningful impact every day. You will be part of a collaborative, physician-led team that works as one and puts patients at the center of everything we do.

With a connected network of providers, care teams, and services across primary and specialty care, surgery centers, imaging, lab, and therapy, you are part of a system designed to deliver high-quality, coordinated care. Together, we create an environment where you can grow, contribute, and help improve the experience and outcomes for every patient we serve.

About the Role

As a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) at Quincy Medical Group, you will work under the direction and supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist to help patients restore mobility, improve function, reduce pain, and achieve their rehabilitation goals. This position focuses on orthopedic patient care and plays a vital role in delivering personalized treatment plans that support recovery and long-term wellness.

Schedule & Work Environment

  • Full-time position, Monday-Friday, 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM.
  • No weekends, holidays, overnight shifts, or on-call requirements.
  • Primarily based in Quincy with occasional travel as needed.
  • Outpatient therapy environment with a strong focus on orthopedic rehabilitation and functional recovery.

Primary Responsibilities

  • Implement treatment plans established by a licensed Physical Therapist.
  • Guide patients through therapeutic exercises, functional activities, and rehabilitation programs.

Monitor patient response to treatment and communicate progress, concerns, and recommendations to the supervising Physical Therapist.

Educate patients and caregivers on exercise programs, treatment goals, injury prevention, and home exercise plans.

  • Accurately document patient treatments, responses, and progress in the electronic medical record.
  • Assist with maintaining a safe, clean, and organized therapy environment.
  • Collaborate with Physical Therapists, providers, and other healthcare professionals to support coordinated patient care.
  • Promote patient engagement and encourage adherence to rehabilitation plans.
  • Maintain equipment and treatment areas according to department standards.
  • Perform other duties as assigned to support department operations.

Qualifications

  • Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program required.
  • Current Illinois Physical Therapist Assistant license required.
  • Current CPR certification required.
  • Previous orthopedic rehabilitation experience required.
  • Strong knowledge of therapeutic exercise techniques, rehabilitation principles, and patient care practices.
  • Excellent communication, interpersonal, and patient education skills.
  • Ability to motivate patients and foster positive rehabilitation outcomes.
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits that include healthcare navigation assistance.
  • Access to a mental health benefit at no cost.
  • Employer provided life and disability insurance.
  • $5,250 Tuition Reimbursement per year.
  • Immediate 401(k) match.
  • 40 hours paid volunteer time off.
  • A culture committed to community engagement and social impact.

Up to 12 weeks parental leave at 100% pay and a financial benefit for adoption and surrogacy for non-physician team members once eligibility requirements are met.

The compensation for this role includes a base pay range of $25.00 - $37.50 per hour with actual pay determined by experience, education, certifications, geographic location, and internal equity. Additional compensation may be available through bonuses and other incentives. Base pay is only a portion of the total rewards package.

If you are committed to putting our patients first and helping shape the future of care, you belong at QMG.

Artificial Intelligence Disclosure

Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.

Key Responsibilities

The Physical Therapist Assistant will implement treatment plans under the supervision of a licensed therapist to help patients restore mobility and reduce pain. They are responsible for guiding patients through therapeutic exercises, monitoring progress, and documenting treatments in the electronic medical record.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Physical therapy assistanceElectronic medical record documentationRehabilitation planningCommunication skillsInterpersonal skillsClinical documentation

Physical Therapist Career Context

The cost-of-living index for Illinois is 100.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$65k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $65k in an average-cost state. 62.6% of Illinois clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

What does the Physical Therapy market look like in Illinois?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Work-life score8.2 / 10 · top 5% in physical therapist assistantranked against 4,946 Physical Therapist Assistant listingslisting-based score, 0–10
Listed pay$52k–$78kPhysical Therapy median $69k (middle half $66k–$73k)26 comparable listings, Oct 2026
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$65k in purchasing powerIllinois index 100.0 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Physical Therapy listings in Illinois828 active21,788 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index (4,946 Physical Therapist Assistant listings), BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Oct 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Physical Therapist Assistant at Quincy Medical Group a 8.2 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as excellent. This places the position in the top 5% in Physical Therapist Assistant — ranked against 4,946 active Physical Therapist Assistant listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no weekend requirements.

Top PTA Jobs

8 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

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$81k

Annual compensation range

Work-Life Balance Distribution

8 jobs · 6 employers
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Higher = better work-life balance

#1

Clinic Director I Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)

EmpowerMe Wellness · Evanston, Illinois

$31-$39/hr
#2

Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)

EmpowerMe Wellness · Taylorville, Illinois

$30.00 - $36.00 per hour
#3

Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA), Millsboro Delaware

$27-$35/hr
#4

Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA), Millville Delaware

$27-$35/hr
+ 6 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

median 4.8this job 8.2
Among the best 10% of Physical Therapist Assistant listings for work-life

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 4,946 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • No weekends
  • Includes call
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About Quincy Medical Group

Hospitals and Health Care
Quincy, Illinois
501-1,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

Medical, dental, and vision benefits
Free mental health benefit
Employer-provided life and disability insurance
$5,250 tuition reimbursement per year
Immediate 401(k) match
40 hours paid volunteer time off
Up to 12 weeks parental leave at 100% pay
Adoption and surrogacy financial benefit

Living in Quincy

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$191k
Typical market rent
$1,126/mo
Residents’ average commute
14 min
State income tax
Up to 5%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.