Physical Therapist - Outpatient Ortho - Private Practice

Physical TherapistFull-Time

Listed compensation

$80k-$115k

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Job Description

Transforming Lives, One Patient at a Time - Fox Valley Physical Therapy

At Fox Valley Physical Therapy, we're not just treating symptoms; we're elevating lives. We believe in the power of personal connection and individualized care. Our unique approach focuses on one-on-one therapy, ensuring each patient receives undivided attention and tailored treatment. We're not just a clinic; we're a community where healing is an art, and each patient's journey is a shared mission.

Why Join Us?

Exceptional Earning Potential: There is no cap to your earning potential with our dynamic incentive pay plan. Achieving six-figures is very attainable with our team for the same work the average PT is currently doing elsewhere.

  • Clinical Autonomy: Exercise full clinical freedom to implement personalized treatment plans.
  • Collaborative Environment: Work alongside a team of passionate therapists, learning and growing together.

Mentorship & Development: Benefit from team of experienced clinicians and our flexible continuing education package, designed to keep you at the forefront of the field.

A Rewarding Culture: Be part of a culture that prioritizes teamwork, open communication, and a shared commitment to patient wellness.

Join Fox Valley PT & Wellness, Where Your Career is as Important as the Lives You Change.

Responsibilities

Your Role: A Catalyst for Change

As a Physical Therapist with us, you are more than a clinician; you're a change-maker. With a deep-rooted passion for physical therapy and a flair for personalized treatment, you'll find yourself thriving in an environment that values clinical autonomy and innovative thinking. Here, your ideas matter, your skills are celebrated, and your ability to connect with patients makes a real difference.

Your Qualifications

  • Valid Physical Therapy License in Illinois or eligibility to obtain one (Required).
  • A fervent commitment to patient-centered care.
  • Desire to be part of a team that values communication and collaboration.

Pay Range

USD $80,000.00 - USD $115,000.00 /Yr.

Qualifications

Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

OrthopedicsTreatment planning

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 ~$98k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $98k in an average-cost state. 62.6% of Illinois clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Of the 50 active Physical Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 42% have no call, 60% require no weekends.

What does the Physical Therapy market look like in Illinois?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Listed pay$80k–$115kPhysical Therapy median $90k (middle half $90k–$92k)14 comparable listings, Nov 2026
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$98k in purchasing powerIllinois index 100.0 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Physical Therapy listings in Illinois780 active21,927 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 42% no call · 60% no weekends50 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedIllinois physical therapist listings (all specialties): 31% state a sign-on bonus (median $10k) · 26% offer loan repayment831 active listings, Nov 2026
New Physical Therapy listings7,906 in the last 30 days4,367 the 30 days before (+81%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Physical Therapy pay trend+1.6% vs prior quarter—through Oct 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Nov 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Top Physical Therapist Jobs

39 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

39 jobs · 25 employers
13
<$105k
15
$105k-120k
4
$120k-135k
5
$135k-150k
2
$150k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

37 jobs · 25 employers
401k / retirement match
97%
CME allowance
73% this job
Sign-on bonus
65%
Loan repayment
27%
Relocation assistance
5%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

#1

Home Health Physical Therapist - Berkeley/Richmond

CVHCare · Berkeley, CA, United States

$150k
#2

Home Health Physical Therapist - GlendalePer Diem

CVHCare · Glendale, California

$150k
#3

Traveler Physical Therapist: Dutch Harbor, AK

$2800/week
#4

Physical Therapist

$110k-$145k
+ 37 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

median 4.8this job 3.0
Better work-life than 30% of Physical Therapy listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 21,960 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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About Fox Valley Physical Therapy and Wellness

Medical Practices
St. Charles, Illinois

Benefits & Perks

Clinical Autonomy
Mentorship & Development
Flexible Continuing Education Package
Incentive Pay Plan (No Cap)

Living in St. Charles

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$410k≈ 5.1× annual pay
Typical market rent
$1,956/mo≈ 29% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
27 min
State income tax
Up to 5%
Sources & methodology

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

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