Physical Therapist (PT) - Home Health Southwest Suburbs

Carolinas Medical Center; Oak Brook (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus

Incentive pay

Paid Time Off

Retirement benefits

Job summary

Advocate Health is seeking a compassionate Physical Therapist to join our Home Health team in the Southwest Suburbs service area. You will provide skilled therapy in patients' homes, promoting mobility, safety, independence, and quality of life.

This full-time role involves independent work within a highly integrated healthcare system and requires collaboration with physicians, nurses, and other professionals to achieve excellent patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• Licensed Physical Therapist in Illinois (or eligible for licensure)
• Minimum one year of clinical physical therapy experience or strong clinical affiliation experience
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation
• Basic computer proficiency, including email and Microsoft Office applications
• Strong communication, documentation, organizational, and time-management skills
• Ability to work independently and manage a geographically assigned caseload

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, develop, implement, and modify individualized physical therapy treatment plans for home health patients.
• Assess patient mobility, safety, functional abilities, and equipment needs within the home environment.
• Help patients progress toward optimal independence and self-care.
• Serve as a case manager and coordinate care with physicians, nurses, social workers, and other interdisciplinary team members.
• Educate patients and caregivers on treatment plans, safety strategies, and home exercise programs.
• Complete timely and accurate clinical documentation.
• Participate in care coordination activities, team meetings, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Support Advocate Health's commitment to excellence, compassion, partnership, and stewardship.

Skills

Licensed Physical Therapist IL

1 year PT experience

Driver's license

Computer proficiency

Communication skills

Independent work

Job description

Department

39122 South Metro E - Home Care Physical Therapy

Status

Full time

Benefits Eligible

Yes

Hours Per Week

40

Schedule Details/Additional Information

8am-5pm Mon thru Friday with a weekend rotation

Pay Range

$44.15 - $66.25

Physical Therapist (PT) - Home Health

Location:
Southwest Suburbs Service Area Chicago Ridge, Oak Lawn, Bridgeview, Hometown, Hickory Hills, Justice, Burbank, Willow Springs, Bedford Park, Summit, Argo, Evergreen Park, and Chicago zip codes 60652 and 60655.

Schedule

Full-Time | Days, 8am-5pm Mon thru Friday with a weekend rotation

$10,000 Sign-On Bonus Available*

*Available for external candidates only. Internal Advocate Health team members are not eligible. Bonus is subject to applicable taxes and requires employment in the eligible position at the time of payout.

Position Overview

Advocate Health is seeking a compassionate and motivated Physical Therapist to join our Home Health team. As a Home Health PT, you will work independently while being supported by a highly respected and integrated healthcare organization. You'll provide skilled therapy services in patients' homes, helping them improve mobility, safety, independence, and overall quality of life.

This role offers the opportunity to build meaningful relationships with patients and families while collaborating with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to achieve exceptional patient outcomes.

What You'll Do

• Evaluate, develop, implement, and modify individualized physical therapy treatment plans for home health patients.
• Assess patient mobility, safety, functional abilities, and equipment needs within the home environment.
• Help patients progress toward optimal independence and self-care.
• Serve as a case manager and coordinate care with physicians, nurses, social workers, and other interdisciplinary team members.
• Educate patients and caregivers on treatment plans, safety strategies, and home exercise programs.
• Complete timely and accurate clinical documentation.
• Participate in care coordination activities, team meetings, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Support Advocate Health's commitment to excellence, compassion, partnership, and stewardship.

Qualifications

• Licensed Physical Therapist in the State of Illinois (or eligible for licensure).
• Minimum one year of clinical physical therapy experience or strong clinical affiliation experience.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
• Basic computer proficiency, including email and Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong communication, documentation, organizational, and time-management skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage a geographically assigned caseload.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Proficiency with home-based therapy equipment and assistive devices.
• Strong patient assessment and clinical decision-making abilities.
• Excellent interpersonal and patient education skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with an interdisciplinary healthcare team.
• Commitment to providing compassionate, patient-centered care.

Physical Requirements

• Extensive travel throughout the assigned service area in all weather conditions.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 35 pounds without assistance and utilize patient handling equipment when appropriate.
• Ability to bend, stand, sit, reach, push, pull, climb stairs, and assist patients with transfers and ambulation.
• Ability to safely perform patient treatments within home environments.

Compensation

Annual Base Salary: $90,064 - $135,096

This position is also incentive eligible . Actual compensation will be based on experience, qualifications, skills, training, and internal equity.

Our Commitment to You:

Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more - so you can live fully at and away from work, including:

Compensation

• Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
• Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
• Incentive pay for select positions
• Opportunityforannualincrementsonperformance

Benefits and more

• Paid Time Off programs
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
• Educational Assistance Program

Note: Eligibility for programs listed above may depend on your FTE or status (e.g., full-time, part-time, per