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RUSH Physical Therapy
Oak Park, Illinois

Physical Therapist Assistant

Physical TherapistFull-Time

Listed compensation

$30-$36/hr

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Job Description

  • Physical Therapist Assistant - Outpatient
  • Location: Oak Park, IL
  • Schedule: Full Time
  • Compensation: $30.00 - $36.00 /hour
  • Incentives: $2,000 Bonus and Student Debt Benefit Program

RUSH Physical Therapy is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant to join our outpatient orthopedic team. This role is perfect for a licensed PTA with outpatient experience who values work-life balance. We’ll pair our coverage needs with your availability to create a schedule that works for you.

Our ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of outpatient or aquatic experience. Proficient Spanish Speaker would be a plus

Why Work With Us?

At RUSH Physical Therapy, we take pride in creating an exceptional patient experience and helping our patients get back to athletics, work, life, and the things they love.

Perks

  • Continuing Education: Free in-person and online CEUs to keep learning
  • Career Growth: Access to a nationwide, professional support network
  • 401(k): Company matching 401(k) after 1,000 hours in a calendar year
  • Diversity: Work with a variety of team sizes, patient populations, and specialties

Responsibilities

Responsible for patient care under the direction and supervision of a licensed physical therapist as mandated by State Practice Act.

Implement, with minimal supervision, high quality physical therapy services for patients, caregivers and facilities in accordance with the principals and practices of physical therapy and with Select Medical policies and procedures

Maintain positive level of interaction with centers and patients, and enhance and expand client relations with centers and their staff.

Qualifications

  • College graduate of an accredited physical therapist assistant program
  • Passed a national examination for PTAs certified by the CAPTE
  • Valid state physical therapist assistant (PTA) license (or license in process)
  • CPR certification

Additional Data

  • If you’re passionate about helping others and value flexibility, apply today!
  • Equal Opportunity Employer/including Disabled/Veterans

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Outpatient OrthopedicsAquatic TherapyPatient and Caregiver Support

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 ~$69k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $69k in an average-cost state. 62.6% of Illinois clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Top PTA Jobs

6 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution6 jobs · 5 employers

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$69k
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$70k-75k

Annual compensation range

Work-Life Balance Distribution6 jobs · 5 employers

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#1

Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)

EmpowerMe Wellness · Taylorville, Illinois

$30.00 - $36.00 per hour
#2

Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA), Millsboro Delaware

Aquacare & Fitness Forum Physical Therapy · Millsboro, Delaware

$27-$35/hr
#3

Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA), Millville Delaware

$27-$35/hr
#4

Physical Therapist Assistant

$28-$34/hr
+ 4 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

median 4.8this job 2.8
Below most Physical Therapist Assistant listings for work-life

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

Living in Oak Park

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$529k
Typical market rent
$2,025/mo
Residents’ average commute
32 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 RUSH Physical Therapy

Hospitals and Health Care
Chicago, Illinois
51-200 employees

Benefits & Perks

$2,000 bonus
Student Debt Benefit Program
Free in-person and online CEUs
Company matching 401(k) after 1,000 hours
Flexible schedule