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Center of Illinois Home Healthcare
Arlington Heights, Illinois

Per Diem Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) Home Health- Lake County

Physical TherapistNo weekendsPer Diem

Listed compensation

$50-$60/hr

The week · per this posting · Monday – Friday

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Posted 3mo ago

Job Description

Job DetailsJob Location: Arligton Heights, IL 60005Position Type: Per DiemEducation Level: Physical Therapist AssistantSalary Range: $50.00 - $60.00 HourlyPer Diem Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) – Home Health Center of Illinois Home Healthcare, Inc. Arlington Heights, IL Center of Illinois Home Healthcare, Inc. is seeking a compassionate and dependable Per Diem Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to join our Medicare-certified, ACHC-accredited home health agency.

This position offers a flexible schedule while providing high-quality physical therapy services under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist in patients' homes.

As a valued member of our interdisciplinary team, you will help patients improve mobility, restore function, reduce pain, and maximize independence in the comfort of their homes.

Responsibilities

Provide skilled physical therapy treatments under the direction and supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist. Follow the established plan of care and treatment goals developed by the supervising Physical Therapist.

Observe, document, and report patient responses to treatment and communicate changes in condition to the supervising Physical Therapist. Educate patients and caregivers on prescribed exercises, mobility techniques, fall prevention, and home safety.

Complete accurate and timely clinical documentation in accordance with Medicare, CMS, and agency guidelines. Collaborate with nurses, therapists, physicians, and other members of the interdisciplinary care team. Participate in care coordination and case conferences as needed. Maintain compliance with agency policies, state regulations, and accreditation standards.

Qualifications

Qualifications

Current Illinois Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) license required. Minimum of one year of home health experience preferred. Knowledge of Medicare home health regulations and documentation preferred. Experience with Axxess EMR is a plus. Strong clinical, communication, and organizational skills. Current CPR certification. Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and current auto insurance.

Benefits

Competitive per-visit compensation. Flexible per diem schedule. Supportive interdisciplinary team. Opportunities for professional growth. Clinical support and efficient EMR system.

About Us

Center of Illinois Home Healthcare, Inc. is a Medicare-certified and ACHC-accredited home health agency providing skilled nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, and home health aide services throughout Illinois.

We are committed to delivering compassionate, patient-centered care that helps individuals achieve their highest level of independence and quality of life at home.

Job Type: Per Diem Schedule: Flexible Monday to Friday Weekend availability as needed Experience: Home Health: 1 year preferred License/Certification: Illinois Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) License (Required) CPR Certification (Required) Work Location: Field-based throughout the assigned service area in Illinois.

We service nine counties throughout Illinois. Majority of our service area is Lake, Cook, and McHenry County.

Key Responsibilities

Provide skilled physical therapy treatments and follow established plans of care to help patients improve mobility and independence in their homes. Document patient responses and collaborate with an interdisciplinary team of nurses and physicians.

Requirements

Requires a current Illinois Physical Therapist Assistant license and CPR certification. A minimum of one year of home health experience and familiarity with Medicare regulations are preferred.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Physical Therapy TreatmentPatient EducationHome Safety AssessmentPatient Mobility

Physical Therapist Career Context

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).

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Per Diem Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) Home Health- Lake County at CENTER OF ILLINOIS HOME HEALTHCARE a 6.3 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Physical Therapist Assistant — ranked against 4,946 active Physical Therapist Assistant listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no weekend requirements.

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Work-life snapshot

median 4.8this job 6.3
Better work-life than 70% of Physical Therapist Assistant listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 4,946 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • No weekends
  • On-site

Living in Arlington Heights

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$475k
Typical market rent
$1,985/mo
Residents’ average commute
28 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.

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About Center of Illinois Home Healthcare

Hospitals and Health Care
Arlington Heights, Illinois
11-50 employees

Benefits & Perks

Flexible schedule
Supportive interdisciplinary team
Professional growth opportunities
Clinical support and efficient EMR system