Part-Time Home Health Physical Therapist – West Suburbs

Northwestern Medicine group; Lemont (IL); On-site; USD 68,000 - 85,000; Part time

Job summary

Northwestern Medicine is hiring a Physical Therapist for home health in the western suburbs on a part-time schedule (20 hours per week, 0.5 FTE). The role requires an Illinois license and the ability to work effectively with patients and families in their homes.

You will perform PT interventions, assess functional status, ensure safe home environments, document care, and collaborate with the care team to support patient goals. This position offers competitive benefits and a patient-first culture.

Qualifications

• Licensed as a Physical Therapist by the State of Illinois.
• Ability to comprehend and perform effective written and verbal communication.
• Physical ability for extensive lifting, bending and standing.
• Health status in accordance with agency policy.

Responsibilities

• Assists physician in evaluating patients’ functioning with PT procedures.
• Administers manual therapy, therapeutic exercises and functional activities.
• Evaluates home safety and makes appropriate recommendations.
• Documents visits and OTASIS data set as required.
• Coordinates with home health team and educates patients and caregivers.

Skills

Health care delivery

Communication skills

Home health care

Education

Illinois PT license

Job description

Northwestern Medicine is hiring a Physical Therapist for home health in the western suburbs on a part-time schedule (20 hours per week, 0.5 FTE). The role requires an Illinois license and the ability to work effectively with patients and families in their homes.

You will perform PT interventions, assess functional status, ensure safe home environments, document care, and collaborate with the care team to support patient goals. This position offers competitive benefits and a patient-first culture.