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Dover Home Health
Woodridge, Illinois

PRN Physical Therapist

Physical TherapistPer Diem

Listed compensation

$57-$64/hr

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Job Description

As a PRN Physical Therapist, you will have the opportunity to connect with, and positively impact the lives of, our patients daily! You will promote the physical, personal, and emotional well-being of patients and work with the Dover Health teams to strive to reach the ultimate goal, which is to return the patient to their maximum level of self-care and independence, when possible.

Essential Duties

The following duties are normal for this position. This list is not to be construed as exclusive or all inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Provide direct patient care activities to patients as directed by physician orders including assessment, treatment planning, implementation, evaluation, and instruction/supervision of physical therapy practice within the Standards of Practice for Physical Therapy, and in compliance with the applicable laws, regulations, and agency policies.

Perform the initial and/or comprehensive physical therapy evaluation visit, identifying the primary focus of care, developing an individualized plan of care in collaboration with other members of the interprofessional or interdisciplinary team, patient, family, or caregiver.

Educate patients and their families or caregivers about managing patient’s illness or injury, including home care needs, home safety, and use of assistive and adaptive devices.

Participate in care coordination and discharge planning activities and acting as a resource to other health care personnel in meeting patient's needs.

  • Participate in activities that promote patient safety, quality, and regulatory compliance.
  • Participate in professional development and lifelong learning activities.
  • Supervise the PTAs.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand/move, communicate, and identify written information.

The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and lift and/or move up to 50 pounds independently; occasionally lift and/or move up to 200 pounds with assistance.

Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications, Education And/or Experience

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required.

  • Bachelor's, Master’s, or Doctorate degree in Physical Therapy
  • Current Physical Therapy license in the state(s) of practice

Current Basic Life Support/CPR Certification

  • Current and valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and current liability auto insurance.
  • Ability to work well with others and take direction from management, as well as take initiative – willing to go above and beyond to ensure our patients needs are met and they are comfortable in their living environment.
  • Self-motivated to accomplish identified goals with a strong sense of accountability for results.

Be able to demonstrate proficiency in Internet browsers (e. g., Explorer, Chrome, and Fire Fox), Microsoft Office programs including Outlook, Excel, Word and Publisher, electronic health records (EHR) systems, and any HR related systems if applicable.

Commitment to Dover Health’s mission and values.

Working Conditions

As part of Dover Health’s commitment to providing outstanding care and support, the company ensures that staff work under conditions that prioritize safety, collaboration, and professional growth. The conditions listed below define the experience of working for Dover Health.

This position may involve a range of physical activities, including those outlined in the Essential Duties, but is not limited to them.

Frequent travel within assigned service area is required.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand for extended periods of time, move, communicate, and identify written information. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and lift and/or move up to fifty (50) pounds independently, and occasionally lift and/or move up to two hundred (200) pounds with assistance.

Work for this position is performed in patient homes, care settings/facilities, and office settings. This position will have to navigate through a variety of different settings to provide care.

  • There is exposure to varied home environments and potential infectious conditions.
  • Must comply with all Dover Health and safety requirements.

This role involves actively participating in all staff activities aimed at fostering teamwork, unity, and morale. The individual will contribute as a collaborative team player, working alongside colleagues to create a supportive and cohesive work environment.

Individuals in this position are required to stay current on all training and ongoing education initiatives. They are expected to actively pursue self-improvement and embrace opportunities for continuous learning to enhance their skills and knowledge in providing exceptional service.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, we will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages prospective employees and incumbents to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

Dover Health considers the health and safety of its patients, family members, and team members as its highest priorities.

All offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check and drug screening, participation in required health assessments (such as TB testing or physical evaluations), and the use of designated personal protective equipment (PPE) as required by company policy and applicable law.

Key Responsibilities

The Physical Therapist will provide direct patient care, including assessment, treatment planning, and implementation of therapy services. They are also responsible for educating patients and families, coordinating care, and supervising Physical Therapist Assistants.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a degree in Physical Therapy and possess a current state license, along with BLS/CPR certification. A valid driver's license and reliable transportation are required for travel to patient homes and facilities.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure

Key Skills

Patient AssessmentPatient Education

Physical Therapist Career Context

Of the 45 active Physical Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 7% are remote, 36% have no call, 80% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for Illinois is 100.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$126k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $126k in an average-cost state. 62.6% of Illinois clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks32 jobs · 22 employers

CME allowance
81%
401k / retirement match
75%
Sign-on bonus
28%
Loan repayment
13%
PSLF eligible
9%

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Work-life snapshot

median 4.8this job 4.8
Better work-life than 50% of Physical Therapy listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 22,203 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

Living in Woodridge

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$419k
Typical market rent
$1,654/mo
Residents’ average commute
30 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.