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Elara Caring

Freeport, IL (In Person)

$95,000 Salary, Full-Time

Posted 03/16/2026 (Updated 2 days ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 6/21/2026

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Job Description

At Elara Caring, we have a unique opportunity to play a huge role in the growth of an entire home care industry. Here, each employee has the chance to make a real difference by carrying out our mission every day. Join our elite team of healthcare professionals, providing the Right Care, at the Right Time, in the Right Place.
  • Job Description:
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    • $10,000 SIGN‑ON BONUS —
    PHYSICAL THERAPIST
    (PT)
    • Serve Patients in Dekalb & Olga Counties | Join an Extraordinary Home Health Team!
    • Delivering _the right care, at the right time, in the right place_ is more than a mission at
    • Elara Caring
    • —it's the heartbeat of everything we do. And it all starts with
    • exceptional people
    • . If you're a compassionate, motivated, and skilled Physical Therapist ready to make a meaningful impact, we want _you_ on our team. Join us and help transform the patient experience—
    • one visit, one day, one life at a time.
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    • Why You'll Love Being a PT at Elara Caring
    • ✨ •$10,000 Sign‑On Bonus•✨ •Supportive, team‑oriented culture•✨ •Incredibly rewarding work—care for patients in the comfort of their homes•✨ •Competitive compensation with potential for additional earnings•✨ •Comprehensive onboarding + dedicated mentorship•✨ •Career advancement pathways and internal growth opportunities•✨ •Full benefits for full‑time staff•, including: + Medical, dental, vision + 401(k) + Paid Time Off✨ •Autonomy, flexibility, and meaningful patient relationships•?
    • What You Bring
    • We're looking for a PT who is: ✔ Licensed in the state (active PT license) ✔ CPR‑certified (AHA or American Red Cross) ✔ Experienced—1 year in a healthcare setting ✔ Physically able to meet job demands ✔ A strong communicator ✔ Reliable with dependable transportation ✔ Dedicated to high‑quality patient care ✔ Positive, motivated, and mission‑driven
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    • Compensation Range
    • Annual earnings
    • $90,000-$100,000+
    • , with opportunities to exceed quota through: + Performance‑based bonuses + On‑call compensation + Additional visit earnings Salary is determined by experience, education, skills, and regional cost‑of‑labor considerations.
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    • Service Areas:
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    • Dekalb County
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    • Olga County
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    • Ready to Make an Impact?
    • Join a team where passion meets purpose.
    • Apply with Elara Caring today and start changing lives—starting with your own.
    • _A complete job description will be provided.
    This posting highlights the core aspects of the role._ _We value the unique skills of veterans and military spouses. We encourage applications from military veterans and their families._ _Elara Caring provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions), race, color, age (40 and older), national origin, religion, disability, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender reassignment, protected veteran status, or any other basis prohibited under applicable federal, state or local law._ _Elara Caring participates in E-Verify and we will provide the Federal Government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States. Employers like Elara Caring can only use E-Verify once you have accepted the job offer and completed the Form I-9._ _At Elara Caring, pay and compensation are determined by a variety of factors, including education, job-related knowledge, skills, training, and experience. Our compensation structure reflects the cost of labor across different U.S. geographic markets, and may vary based on location._ _This is not a comprehensive list of all job responsibilities and requirements; upon request, a job description can be provided._ _If you are an individual with a disability and are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our career site as a result of your disability, you may request reasonable accommodations by reaching out to_ _recruiting@elara.com._

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