Physical Therapist

Job description:

PHYSICAL THERAPIST (FULL-TIME OR PART-TIME)

Discover a Better Approach.

At THEORY Physical Therapy, we believe the practice of medicine is personal. We are a local, independent, therapist-owned private practice committed to delivering exceptional care in a supportive and collaborative environment.

If you're looking for a clinic where quality of care matters, where you'll have the autonomy to treat patients the right way, and where your professional growth is genuinely supported, we'd love to meet you.

Why Join THEORY Physical Therapy?

• Therapist-owned private practice
• Personalized patient care
• Consistent patient relationships and continuity of care
• Collaborative, supportive team culture
• Flexible scheduling options
• Mentorship and professional development opportunities
• Opportunity to help shape the future of a growing practice

About Us

At THEORY Physical Therapy, we believe there is a need — and a desire — for every person to have a dedicated primary physical therapist who truly understands how their body moves, how it responds to treatment, and what it takes to get them back to doing what they love.

Our practice was built around that belief — delivering care that is personal and consistent. We are proud to be locally owned and truly independent, allowing us to focus on what matters most: our patients.

Our clinicians are empowered to build meaningful relationships, develop personalized treatment plans, and provide exceptional care without the pressures often found in high-volume corporate environments.

We treat a diverse patient population including adolescents, active adults, and older adults with conditions including:

• Orthopedic injuries
• Sports medicine
• Spine and neck pain
• Pelvic health
• Vestibular disorders
• Balance and fall prevention
• Post-surgical rehabilitation
• Work-related injuries

Who We're Looking For

We are seeking passionate Physical Therapists who genuinely enjoy helping people and want to be part of a team that values clinical excellence, continuous learning, and exceptional patient experiences.

Success in this role looks like:

• Building meaningful relationships with patients
• Delivering individualized, evidence-based care
• Communicating effectively with patients, teammates, and referral sources
• Maintaining a growth mindset and commitment to lifelong learning
• Contributing positively to our clinic culture
• Taking ownership of patient outcomes

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive patient evaluations and develop individualized treatment plans
• Deliver hands-on, evidence-based physical therapy interventions
• Monitor patient progress and modify treatment plans as appropriate
• Maintain timely and accurate documentation
• Collaborate with teammates and healthcare providers to optimize patient outcomes
• Develop discharge plans and support long-term patient success
• Supervise rehabilitation technicians as appropriate
• Participate in clinic education, mentoring, and community outreach initiatives
• Contribute to a positive, patient-centered clinic culture

Qualifications

• Graduate of an APTA or CAPTE-accredited Physical Therapy program
• Licensed Physical Therapist (or eligible for licensure) in Illinois
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• New graduates are encouraged to apply and will receive mentorship and support
• Experienced clinicians are welcome and valued

Benefits

• Health insurance (Full-Time)
• 401(k)
• Paid time off
• Continuing education reimbursement
• Professional dues reimbursement
• Illinois license renewal reimbursement
• Flexible scheduling
• Family-friendly clinic culture

Work Location

• In Person – Tinley Park, Illinois

If you're looking for a place where you can grow professionally, make a meaningful impact, and practice physical therapy the way it was meant to be practiced, we'd love to hear from you.

THEORY Physical Therapy

Discover a Better Approach.