Physical Therapist Assistant

Physical TherapistFull-time

Listed compensation

$27-$35/hr

The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed

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Posted 4mo ago

Job Description

It’s the people that make the difference. Are you ready to make your impact?

Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush (MOR) is nationally recognized as a leader in comprehensive orthopedic services. The Orthopedic Program at Rush University Medical Center is ranked Top 10 in the nation by U.S. News and World Report.

Founded in 2003, MOR is comprised of internationally-renowned Orthopedic and Spine 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 in? We are looking for a full-time Physical Therapist Assistant to join our team. This position will be based at the outpatient rehabilitation clinic located in the Bo Dome in Bensenville IL. The potential candidate will play a vital role in assisting licensed physical therapists in providing high-quality care to our patients primarily in orthopedics and post-surgical.

The ideal candidate should possess strong communication skills, empathy, and a passion for helping patients regain their mobility and help improve their overall quality of life.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

  • Providing exceptional patient care and services.
  • Progressing patient's plan of care that has been established by the physical therapist.
  • Periodic written and dictated communication to physicians through progress notes and discharge summaries after consulting with supervising PT regarding patient's plan of care.
  • Frequent communication with supervising PT regarding appropriate treatment plan, follow-up appointments, and potential discharge for patients.
  • Supervising rehabilitation aides with patient care and administrative staff as needed.
  • Daily paperwork. All PT Assistants are responsible for documenting all treatment in patient charts and completing all written communications in a timely manner.

Education And/or Experience

  • Graduate of a Physical Therapy Assistant program.
  • Current licensure as a PTA in IL ( or willingness to apply)
  • CPR Certified.
  • 1-2 years of experience preferred.
  • Strong communication skills.
  • Energetic and a team player.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced team environment.

What’s in it for you? MOR offers their employees a comprehensive compensation and benefits package.

Pay Range: $27-35 per hour. 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.
  • Pet Insurance.
  • Commuter Benefits.
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
  • Tax-Advantaged Accounts (FSA, HSA, Dependent Care FSA).
  • 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.

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.

Key Responsibilities

The Physical Therapist Assistant will assist licensed physical therapists in delivering high-quality orthopedic and post-surgical care, which includes progressing the established plan of care and communicating patient progress to physicians. Essential duties also involve supervising aides, completing daily paperwork, and documenting all treatments in patient charts promptly.

Requirements

Candidates must be a graduate of a Physical Therapy Assistant program and hold current licensure as a PTA in Illinois, or be willing to apply, along with being CPR Certified. Preferred experience is 1-2 years, and strong communication skills, empathy, and an energetic team-player attitude are highly desired.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure

Key Skills

Regaining MobilityDocumentationTeamwork

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 ~$64k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $64k 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 Assistant at Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush a 7.2 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as very good. This places the position in the top 25% in Physical Therapist Assistant — ranked against 4,946 active Physical Therapist Assistant listings on WeekdayDoc.

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Benefits & Perks

Annual Bonus Plan
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off
Paid Holidays
Company-paid Life Insurance
Long-term Disability Insurance