Therapy Aide - PRN

PT Solutions Physical Therapy; Aurora (IL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

PT Solutions Physical Therapy is seeking a Physical Therapy Aide to support patient treatments and assist licensed clinicians in a fast-paced clinic setting. This entry-level role offers exposure to patient care, observation hours, and potential career progression within a nationwide practice.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED, customer service experience, and year-round availability. Pay ranges from $16 to $18 per hour, with a flexible schedule as PRN work.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Customer service experience preferred.
• Year-round employment required – consistent availability throughout the year.

Responsibilities

• Greet patients and assist them to the treatment area as directed by the therapist.
• Clean treatment room and prepare it for the next patient.
• Maintain cleanliness of therapeutic equipment.
• Answer and direct telephone calls.

Skills

Customer service experience

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Job Overview & Responsibilities

Why Join PT Solutions?At PT Solutions Physical Therapy, we’re more than just a private practice—we’re a clinician-founded, mission-driven community dedicated to expanding access to life-changing care. As a Physical Therapy Aide, you’ll play a hands-on role in supporting patient treatments, assisting licensed clinicians, and ensuring smooth clinic operations.

This dynamic, entry-level position is perfect for those interested in healthcare careers. You’ll build strong relationships with patients, gain real-world experience, and contribute to a collaborative, evidence-based care environment. From maintaining clinic flow to occasionally supporting front desk duties, your work helps restore lives every day.

At PT Solutions, we invest in our team with ongoing training, mentorship, and clear paths for advancement. If you're passionate about helping others and ready to grow in a supportive, forward-thinking organization—this is your opportunity. Plus, we have been recognized as a USA Today Top Workplace five years in a row, including 2026!

What You Will Get

• Direct exposure to patient care under the leadership of a physical therapist
• Observation hours for PT School/healthcare applications
• Opportunity for career progression with a nationwide physical therapy practice

Qualifications & Pay Range

Your Responsibilities as a Physical Therapy Aide

• Greet patients and assist patients to treatment area as directed by therapist or therapist assistant
• Clean treatment room and prepare room for next patient
• Maintain cleanliness of therapeutic equipment
• Answer and direct telephone calls

Qualifications

• At minimum, a High School or GED diploma (Submission of diploma for the highest level of education obtained will be required).
• Customer Service experience preferred.
• Year-Round Employment Required – This position requires consistent, ongoing availability throughout the year. We are unable to accommodate seasonal hires who only work during summer and return for breaks.
• Occasional lifting consistent with patient care of ≥ 50 lbs.
• Occasional carrying consistent with patient care of ≥ 50 lbs
• Occasional pushing consistent with patient care of 0 – 300 lbs
• Frequent lifting and carrying consistent with patient care of 0 – 50 lbs

Schedule

• PRN; flexible schedule

Compensation

Pay Range: $16-$18/hour (Any posted pay range considers multiple compensations factors including background, experience, and work location while also allowing for salary growth within the position)

Company Overview

A Top Workplace

At PT Solutions,we’remore than colleagues;we’rea tight-knit community united in our mission to expand access to quality care. Our commitment to you isevidentin our industry-leading professional development opportunities. From ongoing evidence-based clinical education to dedicated mentorship opportunities and an APTA-accreditedOrthopedicResidency Program, we propel our clinicians toward excellence in physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech-language pathology, and athletic training.

PT Solutions has been named a 2026 USA Today Top Workplace for the fifth consecutive year, based entirely on employee feedback. We’ve also earned five Culture Excellence Awards for Innovation, Professional Development, Work-Life Flexibility, Appreciation, and Purpose & Values. This recognition reflects a culture built around supporting our people. It’s not just what we do, but how we make people feel. Through human connection, intentional care, and being all in for one another, we create experiences that make a difference. Because together, we do great better.

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome all qualified candidates to apply!