Physical Therapist
Listed compensation
$40-$45/hr
The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed
Ask the employer about the work setting, call expectations, weekend coverage and time off.
Job Description
Why Join Reliant Rehabilitation?
Joining Reliant means becoming part of a team that makes a real difference in the lives of patients and residents across a variety of care communities. As one of the nation’s largest contract therapy providers, Reliant offers unmatched clinical support, professional development, and growth opportunities.
Our leadership team began their careers as therapists, and we take pride in promoting from within.
You’ll be supported by a dedicated clinical team that provides ongoing training, proven protocols, and hands-on guidance — ensuring therapy is delivered effectively for patients and in full compliance to support our partners.
With operations in 44 states and more than 900 communities nationwide, Reliant can match your location, schedule, and career goals, wherever your path leads.
What We Offer
- Competitive compensation packages
- Medical, dental, vision, and company-paid life insurance
- 401(k) with employer match
- PTO Share and Buy-Back Programs
- Maternity and Paternity support program
- Continuing education, mentorship programs and clinical leadership development
- Tuition loan repayment assistance Program
- Flexible scheduling options
Responsibilities
The Physical Therapist (PT) delivers high-quality therapy services to patients while fostering positive relationships with facilities and clients, in alignment with Reliant Rehabilitation standards and physical therapy best practices.
Responsibilities include patient screening and evaluation, development and implementation of treatment plans, discharge planning, supervision of PTAs and Rehab Techs, and case management. The therapist upholds professional conduct and complies with all state and federal regulations governing physical therapy.
Key Responsibilities
- Maximize patient function and independence through direct and supervised physical therapy
- Provide clinical oversight and consultation to Physical Therapist Assistants (PTAs)
- Supervise PTAs and Rehab Techs during individual and group treatments, ensuring efficient resource use and skill development
- Establish and grow a robust physical therapy program
- Advance clinical and leadership skills through collaboration, self-study, and continuing education
- Maintain a valid state license and stay informed on industry trends and healthcare regulations
- Understand billing models and deliver care aligned with treatment guidelines and expected outcomes
- Adhere to infection control and environmental safety protocols
- Communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing
- Maintaining confidentiality as appropriate and ensuring compliance with the state practice act in the state(s) where you are licensed.
Qualifications
- Graduate of an APTA-accredited Physical Therapy program
- Valid state license to practice as a Physical Therapist
Please note rate range is an estimate and may vary based on skill set and location(s).
Key Skills
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 ~$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).
Of the 50 active Physical Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 2% are remote, 42% have no call, 60% require no weekends.
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Listed pay | $83k–$94k | Physical Therapy median $72k (middle half $64k–$98k)17 comparable listings, Nov 2026 |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$88k in purchasing power | Illinois index 100.0 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Physical Therapy listings in Illinois | 788 active | 21,944 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 2% remote · 42% no call · 60% no weekends50 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | loan repayment | Illinois Physical Therapist listings: 31% state a sign-on bonus (median $10k) · 25% offer loan repayment837 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| New Physical Therapy listings | 7,479 in the last 30 days | 4,652 the 30 days before (+61%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Physical Therapy pay trend | +1.5% vs prior quarter | —through Oct 2026 |
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