Physical Therapist Assistant
Listed compensation
$27.26-$32.06/hr
The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed
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Job Description
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Expected pay for this position is $27.26- $32.06/hour. Actual pay will be determined by experience, skills and internal equity. This is an Hourly position.
OSF Rehabilitation offers an environment for clinicians that is supportive in professional development and offers paid continuing education units, tuition reimbursement for further education, and 401k with $1 per $1 match on first 5% of salary.
OSF will invest in you on day 1! Candidates with 5+ years of direct experience will receive 24 hours of Vacation and Holiday time that will be available for use beginning day 1. This is in addition to our generous time-off benefits.
Position Summary
The Physical Therapist Assistant, under the general supervision of a Physical Therapist, assists in administering the Physical Therapists' treatment plan. Administers and monitors patient's response to therapeutic exercises, transfer training, gait training, and other treatments in accordance with the physical therapists treatment plan.
We are seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) who is passionate about delivering exceptional, patient-centered care in an outpatient rehabilitation setting.
In this role, you will provide skilled therapy services to a diverse patient population, including patients with orthopedic conditions, individuals with neurological diagnoses, and athletes recovering from injury.
Working under the direction of a licensed Physical Therapist, you will implement evidence-based interventions that promote functional improvement, maximize outcomes, and empower patients to achieve their rehabilitation goals in a collaborative and supportive environment.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications
Education
Associate's degree in Physical Therapy
Licensure/Certifications
- State license as Physical Therapist Assistant
- CPR certification within 90 days of hire
Skills/knowledge
Strong written, oral and interpersonal skills to work well with others and to communicate effectively with patients, families, and other treatment team members when gathering and exchanging patient condition information.
- Analytical ability to identify and report changes in patient's condition to a physical therapist.
- Excellent computer skills and the ability to process detailed information in an accurate manner.
Preferred Qualifications
- Previous experience as a Physical Therapist Assistant
- Valid driver's license
- OSF Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Key Responsibilities
The Physical Therapist Assistant assists in administering treatment plans, including therapeutic exercises, transfer training, and gait training under the supervision of a Physical Therapist. They monitor patient responses and provide skilled, patient-centered care to a diverse population in an outpatient rehabilitation setting.
Qualifications
- Education
- Associate degree
Key Skills
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 ~$62k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $62k in an average-cost state. 62.6% of Illinois clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Listed pay | $57k–$67k | Physical Therapy median $68k (middle half $65k–$71k)21 comparable listings, Oct 2026 |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$62k in purchasing power | Illinois index 100.0 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Physical Therapy listings in Illinois | 810 active | 21,850 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026 |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | Illinois Physical Therapist listings: 32% state a sign-on bonus (median $10k) · 25% offer loan repayment866 active listings, Oct 2026 |
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