Outpatient Physical Therapist (Full-Time of Part-Time)
Listed compensation
$80k-$100k
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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 Outpatient Physical Therapist to join our rehabilitation team. There is availability for full-time or part-time hours.
This position will be based at the Naperville, IL outpatient clinic. Our PT’s plan, implement and evaluate patient care programs designed to increase, maintain or restore function, minimize or prevent disability and assist patients in reaching their maximum performance levels.
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.
Education And/or Experience
- Bachelor’s, Masters or Doctorate Degree from an accredited Physical Therapy Program
- Current State of Illinois Physical Therapy license
- CPR Certified
What’s in it for you? MOR offers their employees a comprehensive compensation and benefits package.
Pay Range: $80,000 - $100,000 annualized. 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. Base pay is only a portion of the total rewards package.
- Annual Bonus Plan.
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance.
- Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays.
- Company-paid life and long-term disability insurance.
- Voluntary life, AD&D, and short-term disability insurance.
- Critical Illness and Accident Insurance.
- 401(k) Savings Plan.
- 401(k) Employer Contribution.
- Pet Insurance.
- Commuter Benefits.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- Tax-Advantaged Accounts (FSA, HSA, Dependent Care FSA).
- HSA Employer Contribution (when enrolled in a HDHP).
- Tuition Reimbursement.
- Continuing Education of up to $2,500 annualized.
- Excellent working relationship with prestigious group of physicians in Orthopedics in the US and #1 in Illinois and Indiana.
- Rapid growth allows for career growth and advancement.
- Strong mentorship program.
- Reasonable productivity requirements that allow for excellent patient care.
- Orthopedic and Sports PT Residencies.
(*Part-Time employees working less than 24 hours per week are only eligible to participate in Paid Time Off, EAP and 401k.)
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 will evaluate patients to develop and implement personalized treatment plans aimed at restoring function and preventing disability. They are also responsible for maintaining accurate medical records and fostering professional relationships with patients and referring physicians.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctorate degree from an accredited Physical Therapy program. A current State of Illinois Physical Therapy license and CPR certification are required.
Qualifications
- Education
- Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
Key Skills
Physical Therapist Career Context
The cost-of-living index for Illinois is 100.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$90k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $90k in an average-cost state. 62.6% of Illinois clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Of the 50 active Physical Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 4% are remote, 50% have no call, 58% require no weekends.
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Work-life score | 6.1 / 10 · above average in physical therapy | ranked against 21,894 Physical Therapy listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| Listed pay | $80k–$100k | Physical Therapy median $94k (middle half $87k–$98k)17 comparable listings, Nov 2026 |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$90k in purchasing power | Illinois index 100.0 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Physical Therapy listings in Illinois | 802 active | 21,899 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 4% remote · 50% no call · 58% no weekends50 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | sign-on bonus | Illinois Physical Therapist listings: 31% state a sign-on bonus (median $10k) · 26% offer loan repayment857 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| New Physical Therapy listings | 7,821 in the last 30 days | 4,438 the 30 days before (+76%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Physical Therapy pay trend | +1.5% vs prior quarter | —through Oct 2026 |
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Outpatient Physical Therapist (Full-Time of Part-Time) at Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush a 6.1 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Physical Therapy — ranked against 21,894 active Physical Therapy listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no on-call duties.
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