Physical Therapist- Outpatient Ortho

2 days ago
Illinoisup to $1,000Full TimePhysical Therapy
✓ No Call

Job Description

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Eligible

This position qualifies for federal student loan forgiveness. After 10 years of qualifying payments while working full-time for a nonprofit employer, the remaining balance on your Direct Loans may be forgiven.

About the Role

Join Shirley Ryan AbilityLab as a Physical Therapist – Outpatient Ortho in United States. Department: Outpatient Orthopedic Center Type of employment: Full time Shift: Pay and Benefits*: Pay Range: $82,800.00 annually - $120,000.

Key Responsibilities

  • Innovation Center, Therapy Manager

Requirements

-, and internal equity.

Benefits & Compensation

  • Salary: $82.8K - $120K
  • 25 days PTO.
  • CME allowance: $1,000.
  • Student loan repayment assistance.
  • PSLF eligible (Public Service Loan Forgiveness).

Work Schedule

  • Full-Time position.
  • Weekend coverage may be required.

This position offers student loan benefits. Work with Shirley Ryan AbilityLab in United States.

Key Skills

Physical TherapyOrthopedicsPatient EvaluationGait TrainingPain ManagementTherapeutic InterventionsAnatomyPhysiologyDocumentationDischarge PlanningPatient EducationRehabilitationMotor Function AssessmentNeurological AssessmentClinical ResearchInterpersonal Skills
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Position Insights

Work-Life Balance Overview

This Physical Therapist- Outpatient Ortho position at Shirley Ryan AbilityLab includes the following lifestyle factors: no on-call duties. Candidates should review the full job details to assess overall work-life fit.

Physical Therapy — Psychologist Career Context

This Physical Therapy position at Shirley Ryan AbilityLab is open to psychologist candidates.

Psychologists are seeing unprecedented demand driven by the mental health crisis, with telehealth dramatically expanding access and enabling fully remote practice.

Compensation Analysis

Shirley Ryan AbilityLab lists compensation for this psychologist position at $83k to $120k annually.

This employer qualifies for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF). Eligible clinicians can have their remaining federal student loan balance forgiven after 120 qualifying monthly payments (10 years). For physicians and advanced practice providers carrying significant educational debt, PSLF eligibility can represent hundreds of thousands of dollars in long-term financial benefit.

Location & Logistics

This position is based in Illinois.

Why This Position Stands Out

  • No on-call requirements — clinicians are completely off-duty after hours
  • Transparent compensation ($83k–$120k)
  • Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible

Skills, Responsibilities & Benefits

Key skills and qualifications: Physical Therapy, Orthopedics, Patient Evaluation, Gait Training, Pain Management, Therapeutic Interventions, Anatomy, Physiology. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Physical Therapy role.

Core responsibilities: The Physical Therapist evaluates patient motor and neurological capabilities to develop and implement personalized treatment plans. They provide therapeutic interventions, monitor progress, and collaborate with families and medical teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes.

Benefits package: Generous Paid Time Off (Up to 25 days plus 6 holidays), Continuing Education and CEUs, 50% Reimbursement for Advanced Certifications (up to $1,000), Tuition Assistance (up to $5,250 annually), Career Advancement Opportunities, Comprehensive Health, Dental, and Vision Coverage, Wellness and Mental Health Support, Annual Merit-Based Pay Reviews. A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.

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About Shirley Ryan AbilityLab

Hospitals and Health Care
Chicago, Illinois
2-5

Benefits & Perks

Generous Paid Time Off (Up to 25 days plus 6 holidays)
Continuing Education and CEUs
50% Reimbursement for Advanced Certifications (up to $1,000)
Tuition Assistance (up to $5,250 annually)
Career Advancement Opportunities
Comprehensive Health, Dental, and Vision Coverage
Wellness and Mental Health Support
Annual Merit-Based Pay Reviews

Protective Factors (1)

No on-call (β=6.95; p<0.001 for ↓ exhaustion)

Interpretation: Position includes 1 validated protective factor against burnout.

Job Details

Employment Type

Full-time

Posted

2d ago

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