Outpatient Physical Therapist

Muscle & Joint Physical Therapy LLC; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Bonus based on performance

Health insurance

Generous PTO benefits

Excellent continuing education allowance

Job summary

A private-practice physical therapy company in Chicago is seeking a staff physical therapist with a passion for orthopedic and sports medicine. The role offers significant growth opportunities in an environment that values team members and their contributions. Benefits include competitive salaries, a 401(k) match, and generous PTO. Ideal candidates will have a Doctor of Physical Therapy and strong patient communication skills.

Qualifications

• Licensed physical therapist in Illinois.
• Strong interpersonal skills for patient interaction.
• Ability to work independently in a small clinic.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and treat patients with various neuromusculoskeletal conditions.
• Implement and manage patient treatment plans.
• Document patient progress competently and timely.
• Communicate effectively with patients and healthcare professionals.
• Assist in developing marketing strategies for patient referrals.

Skills

Orthopedic and sports medicine knowledge

Patient evaluation and treatment

Communication skills

Understanding of insurance benefits

Education

Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT)

Job description

Overview

Our private-practice physical therapy company is looking to add another orthopedic and/or sports medicine physical therapist to our team. We opened our first clinic in the Summer of 2020 in the Lakeview East neighborhood of Chicago, and have been steadily growing over the past 4 years. We opened our second clinic in June 2024 located in the Ravenswood neighborhood of Chicago. We are looking to add highly-motivated, entrepreneurial-spirited clinicians to our team. This position is for a staff physical therapist but there are significant growth opportunities in joining this company in its infancy.

Benefits:

401(k) matching, Bonus based on performance, Company parties, Competitive salary, Dental insurance, Flexible schedule, Health insurance, Opportunity for advancement, Paid time off, Parental leave, Training & development, Wellness resources, 401(k), Vision insurance

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and treat patients with various neuromusculoskeletal conditions.

• Implement a treatment plan of care which includes maintaining patient schedules by encouraging compliance with suggested frequency and duration based on clinical recommendations. This includes minimizing cancellations and making an effort to reschedule patients as needed.

• Complete proper documentation in a competent and timely manner.

• Maintain communication with patients, physicians, staff members, and anyone else involved in the patient’s care as allowed by HIPAA guidelines.

• Learn the basics of insurance benefits and be able to have conversations with patients including deductibles, co-insurances, co-pays, and visit limits or authorizations.

• Assist the Director of Business Development with marketing plans focused on building relationships with physicians and other healthcare providers, attorneys, case managers, and the community.

Why Join Us

• We are a small, family-owned business without private equity backing. This means that ALL financial & operational decisions are made at the clinic level, avoiding the bureaucratic red tape, and doing what's best for our employees.

• We value our team members and believe in investing in their success. You will enjoy a vibrant work environment where your contributions are recognized and your growth is supported, both clinically and financially.

• We are dedicated to advancing the Physical Therapy profession and challenging the status quo. This includes implementing state of the art diagnostic and treatment options for the best patient outcomes, while also creating opportunities for our PTs to earn more money and step into leadership roles.

• We offer competitive salaries and industry-best benefits.

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive salaries (based on years of experience and skill set)

• Monthly bonus potential and pay-per-performance models

• Excellent continuing education allowance

• Generous PTO benefits as well as additional continuing education PTO

• 401(k) with company match

• Health and Dental Insurance

• Growth potential including career tracks for management or even ownership

Contact for Additional Details

Carson Soch - Clinic Direct, Lakeview [e-mail] 773-337-7747

Matt Johnson - Owner [e-mail] 773-857-0689

www.mj-pt.com