Physical Therapist – Concierge Medical Practice (North Shore)

SHIFT (Life); Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Shift Life is seeking a licensed Physical Therapist to establish and grow the Advanced Physical Therapy and Recovery Team at SHIFT's Northbrook site, with initial responsibilities across River North and Northbrook. The role focuses on orthopedic rehabilitation, injury prevention, and performance optimization within a high-touch, executive health context.

You will collaborate with physicians, dietitians, and care teams to build personalized care plans and integrate PT into comprehensive Member

Qualifications

• Graduate of a CAPTE-accredited physical therapy program with a Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree or equivalent qualifying physical therapy degree.
• Current, active, and unrestricted license to practice physical therapy in the State of Illinois.

Responsibilities

• Deliver evidence-based physical therapy services to Members with comprehensive assessments, individualized plans, interventions, ongoing evaluation, and documentation.
• Develop and implement personalized plans of care with appropriate treatment frequency, duration, and interventions.
• Provide an exceptional Member experience through empathetic, personalized care and proactive communication.
• Serve as a fitness and movement expert during executive health assessments with recommendations on physical fitness, movement, injury prevention, and recovery.
• Incorporate strength, conditioning, recovery, and performance principles into clinical care.
• Collaborate with SHIFT's interdisciplinary team and external providers for coordinated care.
• Support growth of Advanced Physical Therapy and Recovery services at Northbrook through engagement and collaboration.
• Contribute to clinical innovation, Member education, and PT service development.
• Protect PHI in accordance with HIPAA standards.

Education

Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree

Illinois license to practice physical therapy

Tools

WebPT

Job description

About Shift

SHIFT is revolutionizing concierge medicine, seamlessly integrating Medicine 3.0 principles to optimize health, enhance longevity, and redefine the future of primary care. As a premier concierge medicine provider based in Chicago’s River North neighborhood, SHIFT merges gold standard primary care with elite fitness, nutrition, recovery, and mental well-being. Our multidisciplinary team works collaboratively to deliver science-based, high-touch, and deeply personalized healthcare.

Position Description

We are seeking a licensed Physical Therapist with strong orthopedic and fitness experience to help establish and grow the Advanced Physical Therapy and Recovery Team at SHIFT's new Northbrook location. As part of SHIFT's interdisciplinary clinical team, the Physical Therapist will provide evidence-based care focused on injury prevention, rehabilitation, physical performance, longevity, and overall health optimization. Working closely with physicians, registered dietitians, and other care team members, this individual will develop personalized treatment plans that integrate seamlessly into each Member's comprehensive care plan.

In addition to delivering exceptional clinical care, the Physical Therapist will play an integral role in SHIFT's comprehensive executive health assessments, providing expert evaluation and individualized recommendations related to fitness, movement, injury prevention, and recovery.

We seek an experienced, personable, and professional team member who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. Successful candidates are exceptional clinicians, critical thinkers, strong communicators, and highly organized individuals who demonstrate a sense of ownership and enthusiasm for helping grow SHIFT's physical therapy services.

This is a full-time, in-person position that will initially support both SHIFT's River North and Northbrook locations, with the long-term expectation of transitioning to a full-time Northbrook-based role as Member volume grows. This position reports to the Head of Physical Therapy.

Primary Responsibilities

• Deliver exceptional, evidence-based physical therapy services to Members, including comprehensive assessments, individualized treatment planning, therapeutic interventions, ongoing evaluation, and timely clinical documentation
• Develop and implement personalized plans of care with appropriate treatment frequency, duration, and interventions based on clinical findings, functional goals, and anticipated outcomes
• Provide an exceptional Member experience through empathetic, personalized care, proactive communication, and a commitment to SHIFT's high standards of service
• Serves as a fitness and movement expert during SHIFT’s comprehensive executive health assessments, collaborating with physicians and dietitians to provide individualized recommendations related to physical fitness, movement, injury prevention, and recovery
• Integrate principles of strength, conditioning, recovery, and performance into clinical care to bridge rehabilitation, injury prevention, and long-term health optimization
• Collaborate and communicate effectively with SHIFT's interdisciplinary care team and external healthcare providers to ensure coordinated, comprehensive, and seamless Member care
• Support the establishment and growth of SHIFT's Advanced Physical Therapy and Recovery services at the Northbrook location through relationship-building, Member engagement, and cross-functional collaboration
• Contribute to clinical innovation, Member education, and organizational initiatives that enhance the quality, consistency, and continued development of SHIFT's physical therapy services.
• Uses, protects, and discloses SHIFT patients’ protected health information (PHI) in accordance with Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) standards.

Education Requirements

• Graduate of a CAPTE-accredited physical therapy program with a Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree or equivalent qualifying physical therapy degree
• Current, active, and unrestricted license to practice physical therapy in the State of Illinois

Qualifications

• 3+ years of clinical experience in orthopedic physical therapy, preferably in an outpatient setting
• Strong clinical expertise in orthopedic assessment, exercise prescription, movement analysis, and evidence-based rehabilitation techniques
• Solid understanding of strength and conditioning, injury prevention, recovery, and performance optimization, with the ability to integrate these principles into individualized treatment plans
• Demonstrated ability to independently evaluate and manage a diverse range of musculoskeletal conditions using sound clinical reasoning and judgment
• Demonstrated experience treating active populations, including postoperative rehabilitation, sports-related injuries, and return-to-sport or activity programming
• Advanced training or certifications in dry needling, manual therapy, strength and conditioning, blood flow restriction, or orthopedic specialization (e.g., OCS, CSCS) preferred
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification, or willingness to obtain certification upon hire

Desired Knowledge/Skills/Attributes

• Exceptional interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with Members, colleagues, and external partners
• Strong organizational and time management skills, with excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities effectively
• Collaborative, team-oriented mindset with a positive attitude and a commitment to contributing to a supportive, high-performing clinical environment
• Self-motivated, adaptable, and resourceful, with a strong sense of ownership, initiative, and accountability
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving abilities, with a proactive approach to identifying opportunities for improvement and driving solutions
• Professional, personable, and empathetic, with a commitment to delivering an exceptional Member experience
• Passion for integrated, preventive healthcare and helping individuals achieve lasting improvements in physical function, performance, and overall well-being
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and electronic medical record systems (e.g., WebPT), with the ability to learn and adapt to new technologies and workflows

Compensation Range

$85,000–$95,000 annually (compensation will be commensurate with experience, clinical expertise, and demonstrated leadership capabilities)

Shift Sciences, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to employing the best-qualified individuals available for all positions without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.