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Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush
Oak Brook, Illinois

PRN Physical Therapist, Post-Op Gait Training (Float)

Physical Therapist Top 25% in Physical TherapyPer Diem

Listed compensation

$55.00 per hour

  • Better work-life than 80% of Physical Therapy listings

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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 for a PRN Physical Therapist to join our team. 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.

Gait Training

  • Same day post op gait training, exercise instruction, passive ROM
  • Patients will be seen in surgical centers for all treatments (including total shoulder, total knee, total hip, ACL’s and fusions)
  • Travel required to Ambulatory Surgery Centers: Rush Oak Brook Surgery Center and Lincoln Park Surgery Center.

Education And/or Experience

  • Bachelor’s, Masters or Doctorate Degree from an accredited Physical Therapy
  • COVID and Flu vaccination required to be credentialed in surgery centers.
  • CPR Certified.
  • One year of outpatient experience, preferred.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

  • Current State of Illinois Physical Therapy license with eventual application for Indiana license.

What’s in it for you? MOR offers their employees a comprehensive compensation and benefits package.

Pay Range: $ 38.00- $55.00 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.  This is a PRN position.

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. Equal Employer Opportunity.

Key Responsibilities

The Physical Therapist is responsible for evaluating patients, developing functional treatment plans, and implementing post-operative gait training and exercise programs. They must maintain accurate medical records, ensure HIPAA compliance, and communicate effectively with referring physicians.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a degree in Physical Therapy and a current Illinois Physical Therapy license, with CPR certification and required vaccinations. At least one year of outpatient experience is preferred for this role.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Post-operative CarePatient EvaluationTreatment PlanningClinical DocumentationOrthopedic Rehabilitation

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates PRN Physical Therapist, Post-Op Gait Training (Float) at Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush a 7.2 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as very good. This places the position in the top 25% in Physical Therapy — ranked against 21,438 active Physical Therapy listings on WeekdayDoc.

Physical Therapist Career Context

Of the 40 active Physical Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 8% are remote, 33% have no call, 80% require no weekends.

Physical Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is down 2.6% 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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Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks30 jobs · 22 employers

CME allowance
77%
401k / retirement match
73%
Sign-on bonus
33%
Loan repayment
13%
PSLF eligible
13%

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Work-life snapshot

median 5.1this job 7.2
Better work-life than 80% of Physical Therapy listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 21,438 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

Living in Oak Brook

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$726k
Median resident rent
$2,590/mo
Residents’ average commute
32 min
State income tax
Up to 5%
Sources & methodology

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

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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About Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush

Hospitals and Health Care
Chicago, IL
501-1,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

Comprehensive compensation and benefits package