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Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush
North Riverside, Illinois

Physical Therapist / Clinic Manager

Physical TherapistFull-Time

Listed compensation

$95k-$125k

The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed

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Posted 4mo ago

Job Description

It’s the people that make the difference. Are you ready to make your impact?

Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush (MOR) is nationally recognized as a leader in comprehensive orthopedic services. The Orthopedic Program at Rush University Medical Center is ranked Top 10 in the nation by U.S. News and World Report.

Founded in 2003, MOR is comprised of internationally-renowned Orthopedic and Spine surgeons who pioneer the latest advances in technology and surgical techniques to improve the lives and activity levels of patients around the world. MOR doctors are the official team physicians for the Chicago White Sox, Chicago Bulls, Chicago Fire Soccer Club and DePaul University Athletics.

Ready to join in? We are looking for a full-time Clinic Manager/Physical Therapist to oversee the day-to-day operations of the outpatient clinic located in North Riverside, IL.

This is an exciting opportunity to blend your passion for physical therapy with leadership responsibilities, allowing you to foster a culture of excellence and integrity. You will have the opportunity to collaborate with a talented team all while making a difference in patients' lives. Candidates with prior clinic management experience are preferred.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

  • Directs, supervises, and coordinates activities of clinic location to ensure consistency across the PT sites.
  • Assists in the selection, employment, professional development and management of clinic employees.
  • Reviews and interprets operational problems/policies. Resolves problems and recommends changes.
  • Resolves problems related to utilization of facilities, equipment, supplies and staff.
  • Evaluates patient and gathers appropriate information to determine accurate clinical diagnoses and treatment plan.
  • Establishes appropriate, functional and objective goals based upon clinical examination.
  • Devise detailed treatment and care plans for patients.
  • Provides exceptional patient care and service.
  • The ability to maintain friendly, cordial relations with all clients and employees; maintain a positive work atmosphere by acting and communicating in a manner that results in positive and respectful working relationships.
  • Develops and implements short and long term work plans and objectives for facility.
  • Meet or exceed clinic goals related to operational performance metrics.
  • Cultivate relationships with patients and the community.
  • Provide continuous communication with referring physicians and other referral sources to ensure a consistent level of care.
  • Maintain patient charts, clinical logs and checklists necessary for compliance.
  • Markets the facility and services to increase patient volumes and community awareness.
  • Stays abreast of and complies with all state and federal laws including HIPAA, ADA, OSHA, and FLSA.
  • Performs duties of co-workers and subordinates as workload dictates.
  • Perform additional duties as required.

Education And/or Experience

  • Bachelor’s, Masters or Doctorate Degree from an accredited Physical Therapy Program.
  • Current State of Illinois Physical Therapy license.
  • Current CPR Certified.
  • At least one year of Outpatient Orthopedic Management experience preferred.
  • At least three years of Outpatient Orthopedic experience, required.

What’s in it for you? MOR offers their employees a comprehensive compensation and benefits package.

Pay Range: $ 95,000 - $125,000 annualized. Pay is dependent on the applicant’s relevant experience.

  • Annual Bonus Plan.
  • Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance.
  • Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays.
  • Company-paid life and long-term disability insurance.
  • Voluntary life, AD&D, and short-term disability insurance.
  • Critical Illness and Accident Insurance.
  • 401(k) Savings Plan.
  • Pet Insurance.
  • Commuter Benefits.
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
  • Tax-Advantaged Accounts (FSA, HSA, Dependent Care FSA).
  • Tuition Reimbursement.
  • Continuing Education of up to $2,500 annualized.
  • Excellent working relationship with prestigious group of physicians in Orthopedics in the US and #1 in Illinois and Indiana.
  • Rapid growth allows for career growth and advancement.
  • Strong mentorship program.
  • Reasonable productivity requirements that allow for excellent patient care.
  • Orthopedic and Sports PT Residencies.

Our employees make the difference in our patients’ lives, and we value their contributions. Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package and an opportunity to grow and develop your career with an industry leader. Come see what we’re all about.

Key Responsibilities

The role involves directing, supervising, and coordinating clinic activities to ensure consistency across physical therapy sites, while also assisting in employee selection, development, and management. Essential duties include evaluating patients, determining diagnoses, establishing treatment goals, and providing exceptional patient care and service.

Requirements

Candidates must possess a degree from an accredited Physical Therapy Program and hold a current Illinois Physical Therapy license along with CPR certification. A minimum of three years of Outpatient Orthopedic experience is required, with prior clinic management experience being preferred.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

SupervisionOperational Problem SolvingFacility UtilizationPatient EvaluationClinical DiagnosisTreatment PlanningWork Plan DevelopmentPerformance Metrics AchievementPhysician CommunicationCompliance Maintenance

Physical Therapist Career Context

Of the 50 active Physical Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 52% have no call, 64% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for Illinois is 100.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$110k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $110k in an average-cost state. 62.6% of Illinois clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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Work-life snapshot

median 4.8this job 1.7
Below most Physical Therapy listings for work-life

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 22,005 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • On-site

Living in North Riverside

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$365k≈ 3.8× annual pay
Median resident rent
$1,301/mo≈ 16% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
29 min
State income tax
Up to 5%
Sources & methodology

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

Ratios use this listing’s gross annual pay. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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Benefits & Perks

Annual Bonus Plan
Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
Company-paid life and long-term disability insurance
Voluntary life, AD&D, and short-term disability insurance
Critical Illness and Accident Insurance
401(k) Savings Plan
Pet Insurance