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Dover Home Health
Woodridge, Illinois

Physical Therapist

Physical TherapistFull-Time

Listed compensation

$57-$64/hr

The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed

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Job Description

As a Physical Therapist you will have the opportunity to connect with, and positively impact the lives of, our patients daily! You will promote the physical, personal, and emotional well-being of patients and work with the Dover Health teams to strive to reach the ultimate goal, which is to return the patient to their maximum level of self-care and independence, when possible.

Essential Duties

The following duties are normal for this position. This list is not to be construed as exclusive or all inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Provide direct patient care activities to patients as directed by physician orders including assessment, treatment planning, implementation, evaluation, and instruction/supervision of physical therapy practice within the Standards of Practice for Physical Therapy, and in compliance with the applicable laws, regulations, and agency policies.

Perform the initial and/or comprehensive physical therapy evaluation visit, identifying the primary focus of care, developing an individualized plan of care in collaboration with other members of the interprofessional or interdisciplinary team, patient, family, or caregiver.

Educate patients and their families or caregivers about managing patient’s illness or injury, including home care needs, home safety, and use of assistive and adaptive devices.

Participate in care coordination and discharge planning activities and acting as a resource to other health care personnel in meeting patient's needs.

  • Participate in activities that promote patient safety, quality, and regulatory compliance.
  • Participate in professional development and lifelong learning activities.
  • Supervise the PTAs.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand/move, communicate, and identify written information.

The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and lift and/or move up to 50 pounds independently; occasionally lift and/or move up to 200 pounds with assistance.

Other duties as assigned.

Compensation & Benefits

The pay range for this position is $57-$64/hour, depending on experience and qualifications. In addition, we offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Paid time off (PTO)
  • Mileage Reimbursement
  • Monthly phone stipend

Qualifications, Education And/or Experience

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required.

  • Bachelor's, Master’s, or Doctorate degree in Physical Therapy
  • Current Physical Therapy license in the state(s) of practice

Current Basic Life Support/CPR Certification

  • Current and valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and current liability auto insurance.
  • Ability to work well with others and take direction from management, as well as take initiative – willing to go above and beyond to ensure our patients needs are met and they are comfortable in their living environment.
  • Self-motivated to accomplish identified goals with a strong sense of accountability for results.

Be able to demonstrate proficiency in Internet browsers (e. g., Explorer, Chrome, and Fire Fox), Microsoft Office programs including Outlook, Excel, Word and Publisher, electronic health records (EHR) systems, and any HR related systems if applicable.

Commitment to Dover Health’s mission and values.

Working Conditions

As part of Dover Health’s commitment to providing outstanding care and support, the company ensures that staff work under conditions that prioritize safety, collaboration, and professional growth. The conditions listed below define the experience of working for Dover Health.

This position may involve a range of physical activities, including those outlined in the Essential Duties, but is not limited to them.

Frequent travel within assigned service area is required.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is? occasionally required to stand for extended periods of time, move, communicate, and identify written information.? The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and lift and/or move up to fifty (50) pounds independently, and occasionally lift and/or move up to two hundred (200) pounds with assistance.

Work for this position is performed in patient homes, care settings/facilities, and office settings. This position will have to navigate through a variety of different settings to provide care.

  • There is exposure to varied home environments and potential infectious conditions.
  • Must comply with all Dover Health and safety requirements.

This role involves actively participating in all staff activities aimed at fostering teamwork, unity, and morale. The individual will contribute as a collaborative team player, working alongside colleagues to create a supportive and cohesive work environment.

Individuals in this position are required to stay current on all training and ongoing education initiatives. They are expected to actively pursue self-improvement and embrace opportunities for continuous learning to enhance their skills and knowledge in providing exceptional service.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, we will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages prospective employees and incumbents to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

Dover Health considers the health and safety of its patients, family members, and team members as its highest priorities. All offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check and drug screening, participation in required health assessments (such as TB testing or physical evaluations), and the use of designated personal protective equipment (PPE) as required by company policy and applicable law.

Key Responsibilities

Provide direct patient care including assessment, treatment planning, and implementation to help patients reach their maximum level of independence. Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams and educate patients and families on managing illnesses, injuries, and home safety.

Requirements

Requires a Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctorate degree in Physical Therapy and a current state license. Candidates must also possess a valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and current BLS/CPR certification.

Qualifications

Education
Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Patient assessmentPatient educationSupervision of PTAsSafety complianceInterdisciplinary collaboration

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 ~$126k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $126k 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, 48% have no call, 62% require no weekends.

What does the Physical Therapy market look like in Illinois?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Listed pay$119k–$133kPhysical Therapy median $107k (middle half $66k–$110k)19 comparable listings, Nov 2026
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$126k in purchasing powerIllinois index 100.0 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Physical Therapy listings in Illinois765 active21,715 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 4% remote · 48% no call · 62% no weekends50 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedIllinois Physical Therapist listings: 31% state a sign-on bonus (median $10k) · 24% offer loan repayment817 active listings, Nov 2026
New Physical Therapy listings7,764 in the last 30 days4,431 the 30 days before (+75%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Physical Therapy pay trend+1.5% vs prior quarter—through Oct 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Nov 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Top Physical Therapist Jobs

36 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

36 jobs · 27 employers
14
<$105k
10
$105k-120k
5
$120k-135k
4
$135k-150k
3
$150k+

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

34 jobs · 27 employers
401k / retirement match
91% this job
CME allowance
65%
Sign-on bonus
59%
Loan repayment
18%
Relocation assistance
6%

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#3

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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 21,543 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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About Dover Home Health

Home Health Care Services
Saint Louis, Missouri
11-50 employees

Benefits & Perks

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) with company match
Paid time off (PTO)
Mileage Reimbursement
Monthly phone stipend

Living in Woodridge

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$416k
Typical market rent
$1,638/mo
Residents’ average commute
30 min
State income tax
Up to 5%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Sep 2026), Zillow market rents (Sep 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.