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Endeavor Health
Arlington Heights, Illinois

Physical Therapist II

Physical TherapistIncludes weekendsNo callPer Diem

Listed compensation

$43.38-$67.24/hr

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Job Description

Hourly Pay Range

$43.38 - $67.24 - The hourly pay rate offered is determined by a candidate's expertise and years of experience, among other factors.

Position Highlights

  • Position: Physical Therapist II –Outpatient Physical Rehab Services
  • Location: Arlington Heights, IL
  • Per Diem
  • Hours: 7am - 3:15pm, Saturdays (minimum of 2 per month)
  • Required Travel: No

What You Will Do

Provide 1:1 Care - No double booking

Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to assess, treat, and care for patients in assigned area. Implements assessment/treatment/care based on the developmental stages of the patient. Interprets verbal and nonverbal communication of the patient.

Evaluates patient’s functional abilities/disabilities utilizing techniques appropriate to the patient type including assessment of strength, range of motion, pain, sensation, balance, transfers, ambulation status, wound size and condition.

In accordance with patient evaluations, establishes treatment plan which specifies treatment goals and treatment modalities that will assist the patient to regain function, increase strength and decrease pain.

Administers and instructs patients in performance of all aspects of the treatment plan, assessing the effectiveness and modifying as necessary.

Prepares and completes all patient records, billing and documentation according to departmental guidelines.

Communicates and works in cooperation with physicians, nursing and other staff to provide optimal patient care.

Involves the patient, family and caregivers in the plan of care, including next-level-of-care planning. Conducts patient/family education sessions and provides self-directed programs considering the developmental needs of the patient.

Assists with supervision of paraprofessional staff, students and volunteers as directed; delegates tasks and monitors performance of tasks to ensure they are completed correctly.

Utilizes correct body mechanics. Adheres to hospital and departmental safety precautions and infection control procedures in order to maintain a safe patient care and working environment.

Assists with planning and conducting in-service programs and participates in staff meetings, rehab conferences and educational programs. Attends all mandatory in-services.

Assumes responsibility for own professional growth; keeps abreast of developments in the field of Physical Therapy and incorporates approved developments in treatment and evaluation plans.

  • Participates in departmental Quality Assurance Program and special assignments as requested.
  • Adheres to all Northwest Community Hospital standards, policies and procedures.
  • Various levels may have additional functions

What You Will Need

The completion of a degree in Physical Therapy from an A.P.T.A. accredited school, or the equivalent.

  • Current Illinois licensure or eligibility.
  • CPR certification through the American Heart Association.

Benefits

Eligibility for our Annual Incentive Plan, which offers the potential to earn a certain percentage amount of your base salary based on organizational performance.

  • Premium pay such as shift, on call, holiday and more based on an employee’s job
  • Incentive pay for select positions
  • Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
  • Career Pathways to Promote Professional Growth and Development
  • Various Medical, Dental, Pet and Vision options
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Free Parking
  • Wellness Program Savings Plan
  • Health Savings Account Options
  • Retirement Options with Company Match
  • Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay
  • Community Involvement Opportunities

Endeavor Health is a fully integrated healthcare delivery system committed to providing access to quality, vibrant, community-connected care, serving an area of more than 4.2 million residents across six northeast Illinois counties.

Our more than 25,000 team members and more than 6,000 physicians aim to deliver transformative patient experiences and expert care close to home across more than 300 ambulatory locations and eight acute care hospitals – Edward (Naperville), Elmhurst, Evanston, Glenbrook (Glenview), Highland Park, Northwest Community (Arlington Heights) Skokie and Swedish (Chicago) – all recognized as Magnet hospitals for nursing excellence. For more information, visit endeavorhealth.org.

When you work for Endeavor Health, you will be part of an organization that encourages its employees to achieve career goals and maximize their professional potential.

Please explore our website to better understand how Endeavor Health delivers on its mission to “help everyone in our communities be their best”.

Endeavor Health is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. Please refer to the main career page for more information.

At Endeavor Health, we are united by a shared commitment to working together to create a culture of connection and belonging—each of us bringing different skills and experiences as we deliver safe, seamless, and personal care. Every person, every time. We are committed to fostering an environment where all team members can be their best, learn, and pursue excellence together.

EOE: Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/ Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets, VEVRRA Federal Contractor.

Key Responsibilities

Provide one-on-one physical therapy care, including patient assessment, treatment plan development, and execution of therapeutic modalities. Maintain accurate patient records, billing documentation, and collaborate with the healthcare team to ensure optimal patient outcomes.

Requirements

Requires a degree in Physical Therapy from an A.P.T.A. accredited school or equivalent. Must hold current Illinois licensure or be eligible, and possess American Heart Association CPR certification.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Treatment planningRange of motion assessmentWound carePatient educationInterdisciplinary communication

Physical Therapist Career Context

Of the 50 active Physical Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 6% are remote, 50% 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 ~$115k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $115k in an average-cost state. 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 Physical Therapist II at Endeavor Health a 6.4 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Physical Therapy — ranked against 22,195 active Physical Therapy listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no on-call duties.

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Annual compensation range

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401k / retirement match
75%
CME allowance
53%
Sign-on bonus
39%
PSLF eligible
11%
Loan repayment
8%

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Work-life snapshot

median 4.8this job 6.4
Better work-life than 70% of Physical Therapy listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 22,195 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • No call
  • Includes weekends

Living in Arlington Heights

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$475k
Typical market rent
$1,985/mo
Residents’ average commute
28 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.

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About Endeavor Health

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10,000+ employees

Benefits & Perks

Annual Incentive Plan
Premium pay such as shift, on call, holiday
Incentive pay for select positions
Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
Career Pathways to Promote Professional Growth and Development
Medical, Dental, Pet and Vision options
Tuition Reimbursement
Free Parking