Physical Therapist - Outpatient Orthopedics - Chicago Medical District
Job Description
About the Role
Join Genesis Orthopedics & Sports Medicine as a Physical Therapist – Outpatient Orthopedics in United States.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct thorough patient evaluations, including goniometry, manual muscle testing, and functional assessments.
- Develop and implement personalized treatment plans aligned with patient goals and referring physician recommendations.
- Utilize a wide range of interventions—including therapeutic exercise, manual therapy (e. g., Graston, Dry Needling, MDT, Mulligan techniques), and modalities to improve outcomes.
- Educate patients about their condition, home exercise program, and injury prevention strategies to promote long
Requirements
- Valid Physical Therapist license in the State of Illinois
- Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program (DPT preferred) Preferred:
- Recent graduates are encouraged to apply.
- Board certification in Orthopedics or Sports Medicine
Benefits & Compensation
- 401(k) with employer match.
Work Schedule
- Full-Time position.
- Day shift only - no nights.
This position offers day shifts only. Work with Genesis Orthopedics & Sports Medicine in United States.
Key Skills
Position Insights
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Physical Therapist - Outpatient Orthopedics - Chicago Medical District at Genesis Orthopedics & Sports Medicine a 7.1 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as very good. This places the position in the top 15% of all Orthopedic Surgery psychologist listings evaluated on our platform. Contributing factors include no on-call duties, no weekend requirements, no night shifts.
Positions in this range offer a solid balance between clinical responsibility and personal time. Most providers report manageable workloads with adequate recovery time.
Orthopedic Surgery — Psychologist Career Context
This Orthopedic Surgery position at Genesis Orthopedics & Sports Medicine is open to psychologist candidates.
Psychologists are seeing unprecedented demand driven by the mental health crisis, with telehealth dramatically expanding access and enabling fully remote practice.
Nationally, Orthopedic Surgery professionals earn a median annual salary of approximately $510k, with the typical range spanning $380k to $700k depending on experience, location, and practice setting.
Location & Logistics
This position is based in Chicago, Illinois.
Why This Position Stands Out
- No on-call requirements — clinicians are completely off-duty after hours
- No weekend shifts — preserving personal and family time
- No night shifts — a daytime-only schedule
Skills, Responsibilities & Benefits
Key skills and qualifications: Physical Therapy, Patient Evaluation, Manual Therapy, Therapeutic Exercise, Patient Education, Documentation, Collaboration, Supervision. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Orthopedic Surgery role.
Core responsibilities: The Physical Therapist will conduct thorough patient evaluations and develop personalized treatment plans. They will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure coordinated, patient-centered care.
Benefits package: 401k with employer match, Continuing education allowance, Health, dental, and vision insurance, Disability and life insurance, Flexible scheduling and paid time off, License and CEU reimbursement, Professional development opportunities. A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.
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Benefits & Perks
Work-Life Balance Score
Protective Factors (4)
No on-call (β=6.95; p<0.001 for ↓ exhaustion)
No weekends (57% ↓ work-life conflict)
No nights (Independent predictor ↓ burnout)
Flexible scheduling (Schedule control protective)
Interpretation: Position demonstrates all major evidence-based lifestyle protective factors.
Job Details
Employment Type
Full-time
Posted
10d ago
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