Staff Physical Therapist--Chicago

Genesis Ortho; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Performance-based bonus

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

Genesis Ortho in Chicago seeks a motivated, compassionate Physical Therapist to deliver evidence-based care to a diverse orthopedic patient population. The role emphasizes collaboration with physicians and a multidisciplinary team to achieve optimal outcomes.

Eligible candidates should hold an Illinois PT license, have an accredited PT degree (DPT preferred), and show commitment to ongoing professional development, including upcoming services like Blood Flow Restriction Therapy.

Qualifications

• Valid Physical Therapist license in Illinois.
• Graduation from an accredited physical therapy program.

Responsibilities

• Conduct evaluations including goniometry and manual muscle testing.
• Develop and implement individualized, evidence-based PT plans.
• Use therapies and modalities to reduce pain and improve function.
• Educate patients on conditions, goals, and injury prevention.
• Document progress using Epic Hyperspace EMR.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team.
• Support 1:1 PT to PTA ratio.
• Pursue continuing education in advanced PT techniques.

Skills

Goniometry

Manual muscle testing

Functional assessments

Therapeutic exercises

Manual therapy

Graston

Dry Needling

MDT

Mulligan techniques

Epic Hyperspace

Education

Accredited Physical Therapy program

DPT preferred

Tools

Epic Hyperspace

Job description

We are seeking a motivated, compassionate, and skilled Physical Therapist to join our growing team. In this role, you will play a vital role in our mission by delivering evidence-based physical therapy services to a diverse patient population with a range of orthopedic conditions.

Our patient base primarily includes working-age individuals—from young adults through their late 60s and early 70s—many of whom qualify for Medicaid but lack employer-sponsored coverage. While we also care for teens, children (ages 9+), and older adults, these populations are seen less frequently.

This is an opportunity to make a tangible difference in the lives of our patients and to grow professionally within a supportive and forward-thinking organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough evaluations, including goniometry, manual muscle testing, and functional assessments.
• Develop and implement individualized, evidence-based treatment plans in collaboration with physicians.
• Utilize a wide range of therapeutic techniques, including therapeutic exercises, manual therapy (Graston, Dry Needling, MDT, Mulligan), and modalities to reduce pain and improve function.
• Educate patients on their conditions, treatment goals, and injury prevention strategies to support long-term recovery.
• Document treatment progress accurately using Epic Hyperspace, our integrated EMR system.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to deliver seamless, patient-centered care.
• Supervise a dedicated 1:1 Physical Therapist to PTA ratio, ensuring continuity of care.
• Pursue continuing education and professional development in advanced PT techniques, including upcoming services like Blood Flow Restriction Therapy.

Required:

• Valid Physical Therapist license in the state ofIllinois
• Graduation from anaccredited Physical Therapy program(DPT preferred)

Preferred:

• 2+ years of experiencein orthopedic settings
• Board certificationin Orthopedics or Sports Medicine
• Experience working withathletes and/or post-surgical patients
• Proficiency withEpic Hyperspace EMR
• Strong manual therapy skills, including (but not limited to)Graston, Dry Needling, MDT, and Mulligan techniques

We offer:

• Acompetitive base salary aligned with the Chicago market
• Aperformance-based bonus structure to reward excellence and results
• Ongoing opportunities forprofessional growth as we expand across the Chicagoland area