Physical Therapy Aide

ATI Health; Oak Lawn (IL); On-site; USD 22,138 - 24,893; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage

401(k) Match

Childcare Tuition Assistance

Short- & Long-Term Disability

Life Insurance

Parental Leave & Adoption Assistance

Wellness Programs

Corporate Discounts

Job summary

ATI Health in Oak Lawn, Illinois is seeking a Physical Therapy Aide to join our collaborative team focused on exceptional patient care. This role offers hands-on training and mentorship as you support patients' recovery by preparing treatment areas and assisting in exercises.

Applicants should have a high school diploma and be 18 years or older, with healthcare or customer service experience preferred. The position offers competitive pay with a range of $16.07 to $18.07 per hour, along with generous benefits.

Qualifications

• Must be 18+ years.
• Experience in healthcare or customer service is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Greet and interact with patients warmly.
• Promote efficient patient intake and registration.
• Onboard new patients by verifying paperwork.
• Support Physical Therapists in treatment areas.
• Monitor patient progress and provide feedback.
• Assist patients with exercises.

Skills

Healthcare experience

Customer service experience

Education

High School diploma

Job description

Overview

Join a collaborative team dedicated to delivering exceptional patient care as a Physical Therapy Aide, while gaining valuable healthcare skills that can launch your career. Work alongside leading experts in Physical and Occupational Therapy, playing a key role in supporting our patients’ recovery. In this position, you’ll receive hands‑on training, mentorship, and direct exposure to the field of physical therapy.

Responsibilities

• Greet and interact with patients warmly both by phone and in person during the daily check‑in process and throughout their appointment time.
• Promote an efficient patient intake and registration process and assist clinicians with timely scheduling.
• Effectively onboard new patients reviewing relevant paperwork, verifying benefits, and completing medical forms.
• Support Physical Therapist by preparing and cleaning treatment areas, as well as setting up and adjusting exercise equipment.
• Monitor patient progress and provide feedback to the therapy team.
• Assist patients in performing exercises and support their prescribed home exercise programs.

Benefits Highlights

• Paid Time Off: Generous PTO, holiday pay, CEU, and Be Well Days to recharge, prioritize mental and physical health.
• Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage: Flexible plan options.
• 401(k) Match: Competitive employer matching.
• Childcare Tuition Assistance: Discounted rates.
• Health Savings & Flexible Spending Accounts: Tax‑saving options.
• Short‑ & Long‑Term Disability: 100% employer‑paid income protection plans.
• Life Insurance: Employer‑paid and voluntary options.
• Parental Leave & Adoption Assistance: Paid time for new parents and support for adoption costs.
• Wellness Programs: Including weight‑loss and lifestyle coaching, digital mental‑health support, and 24/7 virtual telehealth access.
• Corporate Discounts: Exclusive deals for employees.

NEW 2026 benefit!

If you’re passionate about patient care and eager to work with a Great Place To Work Certified team, we’d love to hear from you!

Qualifications

• High School diploma
• Must be 18+ years
• Healthcare and/or customer service experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Healthcare experience (Physical Therapist Aide/Technician, Medical Assistant, hospital employment, chiropractic, fitness industry, PT & PTA students)
• Certified Personal Trainer experience.
• Experience or education in Health Services, Exercise Science, or Kinesiology.

ATI provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Compensation

Salary Range: $16.07 - $18.07 per hour