Outpatient Orthopedic Physical Therapist
GoodwinRecruiting
Lake Zurich, IL

Physical Therapist (PT) - Outpatient Orthopedics 15K Sign On Plus Bonus Barrington IL

Calling All New Grad Physical Therapists and Experienced Barrington IL 60010 15K Sign On Plus Bonus

Work Lift Balance-No Weekends-No Holidays

8 or 10 hour shifts Four or Five Days

Join an established outpatient orthopedic rehabilitation team where you can build strong patient relationships, collaborate closely with physicians and clinical staff, and have a meaningful role in the continued growth of the practice.

This is an opportunity to work in a single-site clinic environment with a strong team-oriented culture, established referral relationships, and access to a growing orthopedic patient population.

Benefits and Compensation

• Competitive base salary; new graduate compensation starts at $83,000-$100,000 Plus increases based on experience- Yearly Bonus
• $1,500 annual continuing education allowance
• Paid time off
• 401(k)/retirement benefits
• Continuing education support and professional development opportunities
• Established orthopedic referral network
• Physician and rehabilitation team collaboration
• No regular travel between clinics
• Multiple clinic locations within a relatively close geographic area
• Opportunity to grow with an expanding orthopedic rehabilitation organization
• Potential for future advancement as the organization continues expanding its therapy footprint

Requirements & Qualifications

• Degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited college or university
• Current unrestricted Illinois Physical Therapy license or eligibility for Illinois licensure
• Minimum 2 years of physical therapy clinic experience
• Orthopedic outpatient experience preferred
• Strong patient-care and clinical communication skills
• Comfortable reviewing performance reports and clinical/operational metrics
• Strong time-management and organizational skills
• Proficiency with basic technology and Google applications
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced outpatient environment
• Ability to stand, walk, reach, stoop and move throughout the clinic during the workday
• Ability to occasionally lift or move up to 30 pounds
• CPR certification preferred

Must Haves

• Develop individualized plans of care and adjust treatment based on patient progress and functional goals
• Complete patient progress and discharge documentation within required 24-hour timelines
• Maintain consistent communication with referring physicians and other referral sources
• Monitor clinic performance metrics and adjust workflow to support productivity and efficiency goals
• Work alongside PTAs and therapy technicians to maintain quality, efficient patient care
• Help develop a collaborative PT/PTA/Tech team environment
• Participate in physician and community outreach activities that support referral relationships
• Maintain required clinical logs, checklists and compliance documentation
• Balance a full patient schedule with documentation, communication and clinic responsibilities
• Contribute to an exceptional patient experience throughout the entire rehabilitation process

Preferred Background & Skills

• Outpatient orthopedic physical therapy experience
• Experience working closely with orthopedic physicians or surgical teams
• Experience in a metrics-driven clinical environment
• Strong understanding of musculoskeletal injuries and rehabilitation
• Experience collaborating with PTAs and therapy technicians
• CPR certification
• Strong interest in professional development and evidence-based care
• Comfortable working independently while contributing to a collaborative clinical team
• Strong communication, organization and problem-solving skills
• Interest in future clinical leadership or growth opportunities