Athlete-First Physical Therapist: Rehab to Performance

Chicago; Vernon Hills (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

401(k) plan

Continuing education

Career growth

Collaborative team environment

Job summary

TFI Physical Therapy & Sports Performance in Vernon Hills, IL is hiring a Physical Therapist to join a team that blends orthopedic rehabilitation with sports performance. You will evaluate patients, design individualized, evidence-based treatment plans, and guide rehabilitation from initial visit to discharge while collaborating with physicians and fitness staff.

The practice emphasizes autonomy with mentorship, ongoing education, and opportunities for leadership.

Qualifications

• Master's or Doctorate degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program.
• Illinois Physical Therapist license required.
• Experience with relationship building and community marketing preferred.
• Strong work ethic and commitment to patient outcomes and team success.
• Excellent organization, communication, and customer service skills.
• Public speaking or community outreach experience preferred.
• Detail-oriented, motivated, and self-driven professional.
• Advanced understanding of the musculoskeletal system with a passion for health, fitness, and sports medicine.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate new patients and develop individualized evidence-based treatment plans.
• Provide hands-on therapy and therapeutic exercise programs for orthopedic and sports-related injuries.
• Guide patients through rehabilitation, discharge, and follow-up care.
• Communicate and coordinate with referring physicians to ensure continuity of care.
• Monitor patient progress and modify treatment plans as needed.
• Maintain accurate documentation and assist with billing or reporting inquiries when necessary.
• Remain compliant with all federal and state physical therapy regulations.
• Complete at least 40 hours of continuing education every two years.
• Participate in physician relationship building and community outreach initiatives.
• Contribute to a positive, collaborative, and team-oriented clinic culture.

Skills

Manual therapy

Orthopedic rehab

Return-to-sport

Patient education

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Master's or Doctorate in Physical Therapy

Job description

TFI Physical Therapy & Sports Performance in Vernon Hills, IL is hiring a Physical Therapist to join a team that blends orthopedic rehabilitation with sports performance. You will evaluate patients, design individualized, evidence-based treatment plans, and guide rehabilitation from initial visit to discharge while collaborating with physicians and fitness staff.

The practice emphasizes autonomy with mentorship, ongoing education, and opportunities for leadership.