Physical Therapist

Free Body Physical Therapy; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus based on performance

Competitive salary

Health insurance

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Training & development

Job summary

A leading physical therapy clinic in Chicago is seeking a full-time Physical Therapist to join their outpatient orthopedic team. The role emphasizes evaluating and treating patients, supervising care plans, and fostering a welcoming environment. Candidates should possess an advanced degree in physical therapy and a current Illinois state license. Join us in empowering patients and improving physical therapy worldwide.

Qualifications

• Proven working experience as a Physical Therapist.
• Excellent knowledge of physiology best practices and standards.
• Hands‑on experience with therapeutic exercises and physical modalities.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate each patient based on age, illness, injury, and/or disease.
• Prepare a written plan of care based on evaluation findings.
• Supervise and coordinate treatment with support staff.

Skills

Therapeutic exercises

Functional training

Communication skills

Healthcare administration

Education

Advanced degree in physical therapy

Current IL state license

Job description

Benefits:

• Bonus based on performance
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Tuition assistance
• Vision insurance
• Benefits/Perks
• Competitive Compensation
• Paid Time Off
• Career Growth Opportunities
• Performance based Bonus Structure
• 6 month mentorship with 1 on 1 sessions blocked off (learn to manipulate, mobilize, assess every joint from upper cervical spine to the foot, load acute patients etc...)
• Health Benefits
• Simple IRA with matching
• CEU Reimbursement
• Listen to great music while treating

Job Summary

We are seeking a full‑time physical therapist for a salaried outpatient orthopedic position.

Do you love what you are doing now? Do you want to join us in championing our company's mission, vision, and core values? Are you interested in growing professionally?

Here at Free Body Physical Therapy we are the best in the field, providing consistent and effective patient care. Our mission is to provide outstanding, personalized care with a focus on treating the whole body and truly empowering our patients. We also provide international non profit workshops with the goal of improving Physical Therapy worldwide.

Our therapist needs to be a self‑motivated, very organized individual with an advanced degree in physical therapy from an APTA‑accredited physical therapy program. Individuals must have a current IL state license in good standing with the State Board of Physical Therapy.

Responsibilities

Evaluating each patient that is specific to age, illness, injury, and/or disease.

Timely preparing a written plan of care based on evaluation findings.

Supervising the implementation of each plan of care, and coordinating treatment with support staff.

Tracking established clinic metrics for both therapist and administrative staff.

Being a proactive member of our team bringing proposed solutions to any problems that may arise.

Helping foster a professional environment that is friendly and welcoming to everyone.

Displaying a willingness to go above and beyond to ensure each patient’s satisfaction.

Qualifications

Proven working experience as a Physical Therapist

Excellent knowledge of physiology best practices and standards

Hands‑on experience with therapeutic exercises, functional training, and physical modalities

Ability to communicate and instruct effectively

Healthcare administration and documentation skills

License to practice or relevant certification

CPR Certification (Preferred)

Licensed Physical Therapy

Flexibility exists if you’re studying for the boards.