Physical Therapist Home Health
Listed compensation
$50-$60/hr
The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed
Ask the employer about the work setting, call expectations, weekend coverage and time off.
Job Description
At Elara Caring, we have a unique opportunity to play a huge role in the growth of an entire home care industry. Here, each employee has the chance to make a real difference by carrying out our mission every day. Join our elite team of healthcare professionals, providing the Right Care, at the Right Time, in the Right Place.
Job Description
To continue to be an industry pioneer in delivering unparalleled care, we need a Physical Therapist with commitment and compassion. Are you one of them? If so, apply today!
This position will support McHenry and the surrounding areas.
- As a Physical Therapist, you’ll contribute to our success in the following ways:
- Evaluate patients and develop individualized treatment plans.
- Provide physical therapy services in the home setting.
- Monitor patient progress and adjust care plans as needed.
- Collaborate with physicians, caregivers, and the interdisciplinary care team.
- Complete timely and accurate clinical documentation.
- Supervise therapy assistants and support staff, as appropriate.
What Is Required?
- Graduate of an American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) approved physical therapy program
- Current, unrestricted PT license valid for the state of work
- Minimum one (1) year of experience in a healthcare facility
Must possess a valid driver's license, maintain an acceptable driving record, OR have reliable transportation to travel between patient homes and assigned work locations.
Ability to frequently lift, push, pull, and support up to 50 pounds, including positioning or transferring patients and moving equipment
What's in It for You?
- Comprehensive insurance plans for medical, dental, and vision benefits including pet insurance
- 401(K) with employer match
- Tuition reimbursement for full-time staff and continuing education opportunities for all employees at no cost
- Paid time off, paid holidays, family, and pet bereavement
- Fleet vehicle program (restrictions apply) or mileage reimbursement.
- Benefit eligibility can vary by position and shift status.
The base salary for this position is $50 to $60 per hour, based on the company’s good faith estimate at the time of posting. Actual pay will be determined based on factors such as education, experience, skills, and internal equity.
Equal Employment Opportunity: We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and comply with state and federal affirmative action requirements.
Individuals are recruited, hired, assigned and promoted without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.
If you require assistance due to a disability in the application or recruitment process, please submit a request via email at recruiting@elara.com.
Pay & Benefit Information: Compensation for this role will be determined based on a variety of factors, including qualifications, skills, competencies, and relevant experience. Elara offers a broad range of benefits. Learn more at careers.elara.com
EVerify: Elara Caring participates in E-Verify after a job offer is accepted and Form I-9 completed.
Key Responsibilities
The Physical Therapist will evaluate patients, develop individualized treatment plans, and provide physical therapy services within a home health setting. They are also responsible for monitoring patient progress, collaborating with the interdisciplinary care team, and maintaining accurate clinical documentation.
Requirements
Candidates must be graduates of an APTA-approved physical therapy program and hold a current, unrestricted state PT license. A minimum of one year of experience in a healthcare facility and a valid driver's license with reliable transportation are required.
Key Skills
Physical Therapist Career Context
Of the 50 active Physical Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 4% are remote, 56% have no call, 62% require no weekends.
The cost-of-living index for Illinois is 100.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$114k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $114k in an average-cost state. 62.6% of Illinois clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Listed pay | $104k–$125k | Physical Therapy median $98k (middle half $68k–$104k)20 comparable listings, Oct 2026 |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$114k in purchasing power | Illinois index 100.0 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Physical Therapy listings in Illinois | 806 active | 21,789 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 4% remote · 56% no call · 62% no weekends50 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | Illinois Physical Therapist listings: 32% state a sign-on bonus (median $10k) · 25% offer loan repayment860 active listings, Oct 2026 |
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