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NorthShore University HealthSystem
Physical Therapist
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What they do
A Physical Therapist helps patients with physically disabling conditions or injuries to improve their ability to move and manage their pain. Uses techniques including targeted exercises and massage therapy. Works in conjunction with other healthcare providers to provide rehabilitation to patients after an injury or illness. May specialize in treating certain types of injuries or patients.
$87,262 / year median in Illinois
+8% projected growth
Job Description
Physical Therapist NorthShore University HealthSystem paid time off, tuition reimbursement United States, Illinois, Elmhurst Aug 31, 2026
We currently schedule patients one on one for 45 minutes, with efforts made to keep patients with the same provider from start to finish.
We also offer competitive internal education, to help you on your path to continual growth and keep mandatory requirements easy to maintain.
For new grads, and those with less than three years' experience, we offer mentorship to ensure you have a great start to your career. We accomplish this by utilizing our many specialized therapists who teach at local universities. They provide mentorship within our residency and fellowship programs. While our primary population of patients is orthopedic physical therapy, we also offer Occupational and Speech services. We offer specialties in hand, neuro, vestibular, pelvic health, pediatrics, and lymphedema.
Demonstrates an appropriate level of clinical skill, as evidenced by the completion of comprehensive and insightful evaluations, and the development of individualized and effective treatment plans designed to achieve precise, functional goals.
Evaluates patient's physical and functional status and plans and implements therapeutic programs that include prevention, identification, correction and alleviation of acute or prolonged movement dysfunction of an anatomic or physiologic origin. Uses excellent communication skills to educate patients and engage them in their own care.
Stays updated regarding developments, new techniques, and equipment in the field of physical therapy.
Maintains a well-rounded knowledge base, and clinical reasoning skills to consistently achieve expected clinical outcomes.
Hourly Pay Range:
$38.67 - $59.94 - The hourly pay rate offered is determined by a candidate's expertise and years of experience, among other factors.Position Highlights:
Position:
Physical Therapist Location:
Center for Health Site, 1200 S York St, Elmhurst, IL Full-Time, 40 hours weeklyHours:
Clinic operation hours are M-Th 7-7; Fri 7-5:30. One evening shift until 7pm. One Saturday every 4 months from 8am to 12noon. Working forEndeavor:
At Endeavor Health, our mission is to put patient outcomes first and serve both our organization and the community.We currently schedule patients one on one for 45 minutes, with efforts made to keep patients with the same provider from start to finish.
We also offer competitive internal education, to help you on your path to continual growth and keep mandatory requirements easy to maintain.
For new grads, and those with less than three years' experience, we offer mentorship to ensure you have a great start to your career. We accomplish this by utilizing our many specialized therapists who teach at local universities. They provide mentorship within our residency and fellowship programs. While our primary population of patients is orthopedic physical therapy, we also offer Occupational and Speech services. We offer specialties in hand, neuro, vestibular, pelvic health, pediatrics, and lymphedema.
What you will do:
Provides direct physical therapy services to patients.Demonstrates an appropriate level of clinical skill, as evidenced by the completion of comprehensive and insightful evaluations, and the development of individualized and effective treatment plans designed to achieve precise, functional goals.
Evaluates patient's physical and functional status and plans and implements therapeutic programs that include prevention, identification, correction and alleviation of acute or prolonged movement dysfunction of an anatomic or physiologic origin. Uses excellent communication skills to educate patients and engage them in their own care.
Stays updated regarding developments, new techniques, and equipment in the field of physical therapy.
Maintains a well-rounded knowledge base, and clinical reasoning skills to consistently achieve expected clinical outcomes.