Outpatient Physical Therapist (Part-Time)
Listed compensation
$38.46-$48.08/hr
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Job Description
It’s the people that make the difference. Are you ready to make your impact?
Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush is nationally recognized as a leader in comprehensive orthopedic services. The Orthopedic Program at Rush University Medical Center is ranked Top 10 in Orthopedics by U.S. News and World Report.
Founded in 2003, MOR is comprised of internationally-renowned Orthopedic 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? We are looking a part-time Outpatient Physical Therapist to join our outpatient facility team. This position will be based at the Oak Brook, IL facility. The position will provide approximately 20 hours per week. The Physical Therapist is responsible for the evaluation, development and implementation of treatment programs in collaboration with physician orders.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
- 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.
- 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.
- Maintains patient confidentiality with regard to medical records per company policies and procedures and assures compliance with all HIPAA guidelines.
- Communicates well in a professional setting.
- 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
- CPR Certified
What’s in It for You?
Pay Range: $38.46 - $48.08 per hour. Compensation at MOR is determined by many factors, which may include but are not limited to, job-related skills and level of experience, education, certifications, geographic location, market data and internal equity. Base pay is only a portion of the total rewards package.
- 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 Physical Therapist is responsible for evaluating patients, gathering information to determine clinical diagnoses, and developing and implementing treatment programs in collaboration with physician orders. Essential duties include establishing functional goals, providing exceptional patient care, maintaining patient charts, and ensuring HIPAA compliance.
Requirements
Candidates must possess a Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctorate Degree from an accredited Physical Therapy Program and hold a current State of Illinois Physical Therapy license. CPR Certification is also required for this role.
Qualifications
- Education
- Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
Key Skills
Physical Therapist Career Context
Of the 47 active Physical Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 6% are remote, 51% have no call, 51% require no weekends.
The cost-of-living index for Illinois is 100.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 62.6% of Illinois clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Outpatient Physical Therapist (Part-Time) at Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush a 6.1 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Physical Therapy — ranked against 22,005 active Physical Therapy listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no on-call duties.
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