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Functional Pathways
Evanston, Illinois

Full-time Physical Therapist Assistant

Physical TherapistFull-Time

Listed compensation

$30-$35/hr

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Employment & setting
Full-Time
Call expectations
Not specified
Weekends
Not specified
Posted 17m ago · Verified live

Job description

  • Salary Range: $30.00 - $35.00 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 Full-time Physical Therapist Assistant. Offering a $5,000 Sign-on Bonus *Only direct applicants qualify for Bonus* 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.

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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 also mandatory.

Key Skills

Patient careClinical documentationTime managementOrganizational skillsWritten communicationVerbal communicationTherapy implementation

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 ~$68k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $68k in an average-cost state. 62.6% of Illinois clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Physical Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is down 5.6% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).

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Benefits & Perks10 jobs

401k / retirement match
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CME allowance
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Sign-on bonus
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Loan repayment
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About Functional Pathways

Hospitals and Health Care
Knoxville, TN
1,001-5,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

$5,000 Sign-on Bonus (direct applicants only)