Physical Therapist (PT) – Outpatient Orthopedics

Goodwin Recruiting; Kendall Township (IL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CE allowance

PTO

401(k)

Job summary

Goodwin Recruiting is seeking an outpatient orthopedic physical therapist in Kendall Township, IL, to join an established team at a single-site clinic. You will build strong patient relationships, collaborate with physicians and staff, and contribute to practice growth.

The role emphasizes team collaboration, efficient patient care, and ongoing professional development within a growing orthopedic network. Competitive base salary with CE allowance and benefits offered.

Qualifications

• Licensed PT with unrestricted Illinois license or eligibility.
• Minimum 2 years PT clinic experience, orthopedic outpatient preferred.
• Strong patient-care and clinical communication skills.
• Comfortable reviewing performance metrics and reports.
• Proficient with basic technology and Google applications.

Responsibilities

• Develop individualized plans of care and adjust treatment based on patient progress and goals.
• Complete documentation within 24 hours.
• Maintain communication with referring physicians and other sources.
• Monitor clinic metrics and adjust workflow for productivity.
• Collaborate with PTAs and therapy technicians to ensure quality care.
• Support outreach activities to maintain referral relationships.

Skills

Patient care

Clinical communication

Time management

Technology proficiency

Education

Degree in Physical Therapy

Job description

Join an established outpatient orthopedic rehabilitation team where you can build strong patient relationships, collaborate closely with physicians and clinical staff, and have a meaningful role in the continued growth of the practice.

This is an opportunity to work in a single-site clinic environment with a strong team-oriented culture, established referral relationships, and access to a growing orthopedic patient population.

Benefits and Compensation

• Competitive base salary; new graduate compensation starts at $85,000 and increases based on experience
• $1,500 annual continuing education allowance
• Paid time off
• 401(k)/retirement benefits
• Continuing education support and professional development opportunities
• Established orthopedic referral network
• Physician and rehabilitation team collaboration
• No regular travel between clinics
• Multiple clinic locations within a relatively close geographic area
• Opportunity to grow with an expanding orthopedic rehabilitation organization
• Potential for future advancement as the organization continues expanding its therapy footprint

Requirements & Qualifications

• Degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited college or university
• Current unrestricted Illinois Physical Therapy license or eligibility for Illinois licensure
• Minimum 2 years of physical therapy clinic experience
• Orthopedic outpatient experience preferred
• Strong patient-care and clinical communication skills
• Comfortable reviewing performance reports and clinical/operational metrics
• Strong time-management and organizational skills
• Proficiency with basic technology and Google applications
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced outpatient environment
• Ability to stand, walk, reach, stoop and move throughout the clinic during the workday
• Ability to occasionally lift or move up to 30 pounds
• CPR certification preferred

Must Haves

• Develop individualized plans of care and adjust treatment based on patient progress and functional goals
• Complete patient progress and discharge documentation within required 24-hour timelines
• Maintain consistent communication with referring physicians and other referral sources
• Monitor clinic performance metrics and adjust workflow to support productivity and efficiency goals
• Work alongside PTAs and therapy technicians to maintain quality, efficient patient care
• Help develop a collaborative PT/PTA/Tech team environment
• Participate in physician and community outreach activities that support referral relationships
• Maintain required clinical logs, checklists and compliance documentation
• Balance a full patient schedule with documentation, communication and clinic responsibilities
• Contribute to an exceptional patient experience throughout the entire rehabilitation process

Preferred Background & Skills

• Outpatient orthopedic physical therapy experience
• Experience working closely with orthopedic physicians or surgical teams
• Experience in a metrics-driven clinical environment
• Strong understanding of musculoskeletal injuries and rehabilitation
• Experience collaborating with PTAs and therapy technicians
• CPR certification
• Strong interest in professional development and evidence-based care
• Comfortable working independently while contributing to a collaborative clinical team
• Strong communication, organization and problem-solving skills
• Interest in future clinical leadership or growth opportunities

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Michael Garneau