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Functional Pathways
Evanston, Illinois

PRN Physical Therapist Assistnat

Physical TherapistPer Diem

Listed compensation

$35-$38/hr

The week · per this posting

Schedule not stated in this posting — no days, weekends, call or nights given.

Ask the employer about call expectations, weekend coverage, nights and shift pattern and time off.

Posted 1mo ago

Job Description

Job DetailsJob Location: Westminster Place - Evanston, IL 60201Position Type: PRNSalary Range: $35.00 - $38.00 HourlyJoin Our Team at Westminster Place in Evanston, IL! Are you a passionate Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) seeking a rewarding career opportunity? Look no further!

Westminster Place in Evanston, IL, invites you to join our dynamic therapy team as a PRN Physical Therapist Assistant. Weekday coverage preferred About Us: Joining the team at Westminster Place in Evanston means you’ll be working in a historic and culturally rich environment.

Nestled just north of Chicago, Evanston is home to Northwestern University and boasts a vibrant arts scene, beautiful lakefront parks, and a variety of boutique shops and eateries.

The facility itself provides exceptional care in a supportive setting, allowing you to thrive professionally while enjoying the dynamic atmosphere of the city. Explore the Evanston History Center or relax on the shores of Lake Michigan at Lighthouse Beach on your days off.

Why Choose Functional Pathways: At Functional Pathways, we offer a supportive family environment, ethical care, innovation, and a strong focus on values and customer service. Join us in making a positive impact on our residents' lives!

Qualifications

Job Summary

The Physical Therapist Assistant shall implement the plan of care as established by the RPT and the physician in a professional, competent manner, upholding excellence with quality of care.

Qualifications

Associate degree in Physical Therapy Assistant program from an accredited institution. Certification and licensure requirements as established by state and national board associations. Active state license required.

Excellent organizational and time management skills Excellent written and verbal communication skills Possess current working knowledge of Functional Pathways policies and procedures, clinical programs with application skills to therapy disciplines. Completion of all required screenings, certifications, and licensure.

Screening requirements may vary by location. **Please be aware this is a job summary, not an all-inclusive listing of the tasks and duties for this position.

Employment decisions and actions will be administered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, veteran status, gender, disability, or any other classification protected by law.

Key Responsibilities

The Physical Therapist Assistant will implement the plan of care established by the RPT and physician. They are responsible for providing professional and competent therapy services to residents.

Requirements

Candidates must hold an Associate degree in a Physical Therapy Assistant program from an accredited institution. An active state license and the ability to meet all required screenings and certifications are mandatory.

Key Skills

Patient CareClinical DocumentationOrganizational SkillsTherapy Implementation

Physical Therapist Career Context

Of the 47 active Physical Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 6% are remote, 51% have no call, 51% require no weekends.

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).

Top contract/1099 Physical Therapist Jobs

47 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution28 jobs · 23 employers

3
<$110k
5
$110k-125k
11
$125k-140k
5
$140k-155k
4
$156k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks30 jobs · 23 employers

401k / retirement match
77%
CME allowance
47%
Sign-on bonus
33%
Loan repayment
17%
PSLF eligible
17%

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Work-life snapshot

median 4.8this job 3.0
Better work-life than 30% of Physical Therapy listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 22,005 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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Living in Evanston

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$545k
Typical market rent
$2,438/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.