Physical Therapist Assistant Jobs in Illinois

Physical Therapist Assistant jobs in Illinois are open across Chicago, Decatur, and Forsyth and other Illinois metros, with employers like Memorial Health, Genesis Orthopedics & Sports Medicine, and HealthPRO Heritage hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles32+
Top employerMemorial Health
Top cityChicago, IL
Cities hiring23
Work type100% On-site
Top industryHealthcare

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FOX Rehabilitation
Physical Therapist Assistant
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FOX Rehabilitation
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Physical Therapist Assistant
FOX Rehabilitation
Springfield, Illinois
Allied Health
Healthcare Administration
Physical Therapy
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$21 - $31/hr
On-Site
Associate's
1,001-5,000

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HealthPRO Heritage
Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant
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HealthPRO Heritage
Added 1w ago
Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant
HealthPRO Heritage
River Forest, Illinois
Allied Health
Healthcare Administration
Physical Therapy
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$30 - $34/hr
On-Site
Associate's
10,000+

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Genesis Orthopedics & Sports Medicine
Physical Therapist Assistant
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Genesis Orthopedics & Sports Medicine
Added 2w ago
Physical Therapist Assistant
Genesis Orthopedics & Sports Medicine
Chicago, Illinois
Allied Health
Healthcare Administration
Physical Therapy
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$58k - $85k/yr
On-Site
Associate's
11-50

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Genesis Orthopedics & Sports Medicine
Physical Therapist Assistant
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Genesis Orthopedics & Sports Medicine
Added 2w ago
Physical Therapist Assistant
Genesis Orthopedics & Sports Medicine
Skokie, Illinois
Allied Health
Healthcare Administration
Physical Therapy
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$58k - $85k/yr
On-Site
Associate's
11-50

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Genesis Orthopedics & Sports Medicine
Physical Therapist Assistant
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Genesis Orthopedics & Sports Medicine
Added 2w ago
Physical Therapist Assistant
Genesis Orthopedics & Sports Medicine
Bridgeport, Illinois
Allied Health
Healthcare Administration
Physical Therapy
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$58k - $85k/yr
On-Site
Associate's
11-50

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Physical Therapist Assistant Jobs by City in Illinois

Where Illinois roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Chicago
6 jobs
Decatur
4 jobs
Forsyth
2 jobs
Alton
1 jobs
Aurora
1 jobs
Bridgeport
1 jobs
Elmhurst
1 jobs
Hazel Crest
1 jobs
Herrin
1 jobs

Physical Therapist Assistant Job Market in Illinois

A snapshot from current Illinois openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • Memorial Health
    Memorial Health7
  • Genesis Orthopedics & Sports Medicine
    Genesis Orthopedics & Sports Medicine6
  • HealthPRO Heritage
    HealthPRO Heritage4
  • ATI Physical Therapy
    ATI Physical Therapy3
  • Select Medical
    Select Medical3

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services32

What Illinois Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in physical therapist assistant jobs across Illinois.

  • Associate degree in Physical Therapist Assistant from an accredited program
  • Active state PTA license or eligibility to obtain licensure before start date
  • CPR and Basic Life Support certification
  • Experience with documentation systems such as Epic, WebPT, or Theraoffice
  • Ability to assist patients with therapeutic exercises, transfers, and gait training
  • Experience in a specific care setting such as outpatient orthopedics, SNF, or home health

Physical Therapist Assistant Jobs in Illinois: Frequently Asked Questions

How many physical therapist assistant jobs are there in Illinois?

There are 32+ physical therapist assistant openings in Illinois on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Chicago, Decatur, and Forsyth. New positions post regularly as employers across Illinois hire.

How much do physical therapist assistants make in Illinois?

Physical therapist assistants in Illinois earn a median of about $65,240 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $41,600 for the lowest 10% to over $81,890 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which Illinois cities have the most physical therapist assistant jobs?

Chicago, Decatur, and Forsyth have the most physical therapist assistant openings in Illinois right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.

Which companies hire physical therapist assistants in Illinois?

Employers hiring physical therapist assistants in Illinois include Memorial Health, Genesis Orthopedics & Sports Medicine, and HealthPRO Heritage, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.

Are there remote physical therapist assistant jobs in Illinois?

Yes. About 0% of physical therapist assistant openings tied to Illinois are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in Illinois metros.

How do I apply for physical therapist assistant jobs in Illinois?

You can apply to physical therapist assistant jobs in Illinois directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred Illinois location, then apply to each one that fits.

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