About this opportunity
AthletiCo lists this Physical Therapist PRN opportunity in lake bluff, Illinois. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Physical Therapist Position
At Athletico, we believe in the power of support – because a little help can lead to extraordinary achievements. Physical therapy isn't just about recovery; it's about transformation. Our team thrives on providing life-changing care for our patients, and we know that achieving this begins with taking care of our own.
Our mission is simple yet powerful: Extraordinary people improving lives.
The Physical Therapist's role is to evaluate, design and implement a patient's plan of care. Each Plan of Care is created to increase, maintain or restore function, minimize or prevent disability, and assist patients in reaching their maximum performance levels.
Unique and competitive benefits offered with this full-time position include:
New for 2026! Athletico clinicians are supported by Generative AI Documentation Scribe - purpose-built AI technology that automatically generates compliant clinical documentation in real time, so you can stay fully present with your patients and deliver the meaningful, undivided care they deserve.
Yearly Continuing Education Allowance, access to MedBridge and Athletico University, and an additional 5 days of PTO dedicated towards your Continuing Education
Strategic Mentorship programs
Leadership programs
Incentives based on quality care and patient outcomes rather than visits per week
900 plus locations in 25 states (top notch care since 1991!)
Residency Programs and more (Athletico will reimburse 100% of curriculum costs!)
Essential duties and responsibilities include:
Providing interpretation of prescriptions, performing an initial evaluation, and establishing a treatment plan with functional and/or work related goals
Appropriately progressing the treatment and goals
Periodic and timely written communication to physicians
Appropriate discharge management and patient follow-up
Supervision of rehabilitation aides and administrative staff as needed
Supervision of PTAs when applicable per the appropriate state practice act
Documentation: All PT's are responsible for documenting all treatment and completing all written communications in a timely manner, including but not limited to, initial evaluations, progress notes, discharge summaries, daily S.O.A.P. notes, functional status reports, functional capacity evaluations and insurance/plan of care forms as necessary
Physical Therapists are responsible for establishing and developing professional relationships with Athletico's referral sources including, but not limited to, physicians, PAs, ARNPs, chiros, case managers, etc.
Additional duties and responsibilities include:
Maintain state license
Complete all compliance standards as requested
Energetic and a team player
Additional benefits offered with this part-time position include:
Commuter: Pre-Tax Transit & Parking
Retirement 401(k) (for 21+) w/ Per-Pay Company Match
SoFi Financial Wellness Tools & Loan Resources
KinderCare Discount
HUSK Fitness Resources & Gym Discounts
Home, Auto, and Pet Insurance
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Employee Discount Program
Education and experience requirements include:
Degree from an accredited Physical Therapy Program
Current Professional licensure as a Physical Therapist
Current CPR Certification
Essential qualifications include:
Ability to read, write/type and speak English proficiently
Specific vision requirements include the ability to see at close range, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to speak and understand
Possess the ability to fulfill any office activities normally expected in an office setting, to include, but not limited to: remaining seated for periods of time to perform computer based work, participating in filing activity, lifting and carrying office supplies (paper reams, mail, etc.)
Frequently required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to feel, and reach with hand and arms
Occasionally lift and/or move up to 20-25 pounds
Fine hand manipulation (keyboarding)
The work environment is an internal office with a usually low noise level.
Athletico provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
Salaried ranges listed are for full time (40 hour) employees. Additional pay such as incentive, GAP, overtime, and stipends are subject to the rules of each program and may not be available in all locations. Individual base pay depends on various factors, in addition to primary work location, such as complexity and responsibility of role, job duties/requirements, and relevant experience and skills. Base pay ranges are reviewed and typically updated each year. Offers are made within the base pay range applicable at the time.
Minimum Salary/Wage
USD $83,000.00/Yr.
Maximum Salary/Wage
USD $100,000.00/Yr.
Worksite address
lake bluff, IL, 60044, US
Who can apply
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