Physical Therapy Aide — Hands-on Patient Care & Training

ATI Physical Therapy; Countryside (IL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO & holidays

Medical/Dental/Vision

401(k) Match

Childcare Tuition Assistance

HSA & FSA

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Parental Leave

Wellness Programs

Corporate Discounts

New 2026 benefit

Job summary

ATI Physical Therapy in Countryside, IL is seeking a Physical Therapy Aide to assist clinicians, greet patients, prepare treatment areas, and support home exercises. You’ll receive hands-on training, mentorship, and exposure to rehabilitation workflows in a collaborative setting.

This entry-level role offers paid time off, health benefits, retirement plan, and opportunities to grow within therapy services while gaining valuable healthcare skills.

Qualifications

• Must have a High School diploma.
• Must be 18+ years old.
• Healthcare and/or customer service experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Greet and interact with patients by phone and in person during check-in 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 completion of 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.

Skills

Healthcare experience

Customer service experience

Education

High School diploma

Job description

ATI Physical Therapy in Countryside, IL is seeking a Physical Therapy Aide to assist clinicians, greet patients, prepare treatment areas, and support home exercises. You’ll receive hands-on training, mentorship, and exposure to rehabilitation workflows in a collaborative setting.

This entry-level role offers paid time off, health benefits, retirement plan, and opportunities to grow within therapy services while gaining valuable healthcare skills.