Staff Physical Therapist Assistant - Chicago
Compensation
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Job Description
Who Should Apply
Genesis Orthopedics & Sports Medicine is looking for a talented Physical Therapy Assistant to help support, alongside our Physical Therapists, a physical therapy practice in conjunction with our thriving orthopedic surgery practice. We’re looking for an expert physical therapy assistant with 2+ years of experience.
About Genesis
At Genesis Orthopedics & Sports Medicine, our mission is to help our patients live their lives without pain and limitations. Our team of experts is dedicated to providing high-quality orthopedic care to people of all ages and backgrounds in our community and beyond. We believe that everyone deserves access to personalized, compassionate care that is tailored to their unique needs.
- This role will help us expand our physical therapy practice that will serve the underserved.
- As part of our commitment to continuous improvement, we are excited to announce an opportunity for a talented Physical Therapy Assistant to help us continue growing our physical therapy practice in conjunction with our thriving orthopedic surgery practice.
- Job Type: Full-time (preferred), Part-time
- We’re excited to hear from you.
Essential Characteristics
The PTA will be responsible for the care delivery of patients, carried out within the scope of practice, defined by the state laws and the state Board of Physical Therapy
Directly carries out the day-to-day patient assignments with the oversight and guidance by the Physical Therapist;
- Conducts physical therapy care within the scope of practice, as well as agency policies and regulations;
- Consistently follows company policies and procedures;
- Maintains compliance with applicable federal, state, accreditation and local standards, rules and regulations;
- Participates in personal professional growth and development;
- Participates with the interdisciplinary team to assure coordination of care and continuity of care delivery
- Reports all changes to patient findings to the Physical Therapist, as well as the physician where applicable
- Other duties as assigned
Schedule
Monday to Friday with 2 evenings until 6:30p
Education
Associate (Preferred)
Experience
licensed PTA clinical: 1 year (Preferred)
Language
Spanish (Preferred)
License/Certification
- Physical Therapy Assistant License or pending license (Required)
- 401(k) with matching
- Continuing education funds
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Life insurance
- Opportunities for advancement
- Paid time off
Key Responsibilities
The Physical Therapy Assistant will provide direct patient care under the guidance of a Physical Therapist while maintaining compliance with state and agency regulations. They are responsible for reporting patient progress and changes to the clinical team to ensure continuity of care.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a Physical Therapy Assistant license or have one pending and possess at least two years of relevant experience. An associate degree is preferred, and proficiency in Spanish is considered an asset.
Key Skills
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Staff Physical Therapist Assistant - Chicago at Genesis Orthopedics & Sports Medicine a 7.9 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as very good. This places the position in the top 10% of all Physical Therapy physical therapist listings evaluated on our platform. Contributing factors include no weekend requirements.
Physical Therapist Career Context
Physical Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is down 2.1% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).
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).
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