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TheraCORE Physical Therapy
Lockport, Illinois

Physical Therapist - PT - Private Practice Outpatient

Physical TherapistNo weekendsFull-Time

Listed compensation

$40-$45/hr

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Job Description

Exceptional Physical Therapist Outpatient Opportunity

TheraCORE Physical Therapy and Fitness is seeking a talented Physical Therapist to join their team in Lockport.

We believe therapists should be provided the autonomy and support to deliver individualized treatments focused on quality care, not on achieving performance metrics. Through communication, flexibility with continuing education packages, and a schedule emphasizing quality over quantity, we are building a team of extraordinary providers who see the benefit of working for a small practice.

Fostering a workplace where work-life balance matters leads to happier, more engaged therapists who ultimately provide the best care to patients. This means no double booking, no required Saturday hours, the actual time to eat lunch, and fewer administrative tasks so your time away from work isn’t filled with documentation.

  • At TheraCORE, you’re not a statistic, you’re an individual practicing at the highest level.
  • No required weekend hours
  • Time to eat lunch (set schedule with a true lunch break)
  • No double booking of patients
  • Work side-by-side with practice owners
  • Robust and flexible continuing education package

A Culture of Teamwork and Communication

My work-life balance has been significantly better since working at TheraCORE. – Chris, PTA

Individualized care is a must at TheraCORE. No two patients or diagnoses are the same. Re-assessment at each patient visit, looking at the body as a whole and figuring out the cause of the dysfunction, and having the time to be able to do so, is our top priority. – Amy, PT, Practice Owner

Responsibilities

Who You Are

If you are a dedicated and patient-centered in your approach to therapy, we want to talk to you!

Clinical Expertise: You possess a valid Physical Therapy license with a track record of delivering exceptional patient care. You strive for top-notch patient interaction, and you're eager to keep learning and growing.

Innovative Thinker: You are not just a therapist; you're a problem solver who thinks outside the box. You thrive in an environment where innovative approaches to treatment are encouraged.

Patient Advocate: You see patients as individuals, not numbers. Your approach is holistic, considering all aspects of their well-being. You're committed to tailoring care to each unique patient story.

Team Player: Collaboration is your middle name. You enjoy working in a team, sharing insights, and learning from others. Your communication skills are as strong as your clinical skills.

Passionate Educator: Whether it's educating patients or mentoring new therapists, you excel in sharing knowledge and fostering a learning environment.

Qualifications

  • Must hold (or be eligible to obtain) a Physical Therapist license in the state of Illinois
  • One year experience as a licensed Physical Therapist preferred, but new grads are welcome to apply

Pay Range

USD $40.00 - USD $45.00 /Hr.

Key Skills

Problem solvingPatient advocacyHolistic carePatient education

Physical Therapist Career Context

Of the 50 active Physical Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 48% have no call, 74% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for Illinois is 100.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$88k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $88k in an average-cost state. 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 Physical Therapist - PT - Private Practice Outpatient at TheraCORE Physical Therapy a 6.0 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Physical Therapy — ranked against 21,935 active Physical Therapy listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no weekend requirements.

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Salary Distribution38 jobs · 26 employers

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<$105k
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$105k-120k
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Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks36 jobs · 26 employers

401k / retirement match
97%
CME allowance
81% this job
Sign-on bonus
72%
Loan repayment
25%
Relocation assistance
11%

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Work-life snapshot

median 4.8this job 6.0
Better work-life than 60% of Physical Therapy listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 21,935 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • No weekends

Living in Lockport

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$351k
Typical market rent
$2,142/mo
Residents’ average commute
35 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 TheraCORE Physical Therapy

Medical Practices
Lockport, IL
11-50 employees

Benefits & Perks

No required weekend hours
Set schedule with true lunch break
No double booking of patients
Robust and flexible continuing education package
Work side-by-side with practice owners
Culture of teamwork and communication