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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Make an Impact on our Geriatric Community
Our team is growing, and we’re looking for top caliber Physical Therapist Assistants to join us in Springfield, IL and the surrounding area. This position is primarily based in one of our senior living community partners.
We’re FOX Rehabilitation, a multi-state, professional private practice of independent Physical Therapist Assistants who visit patients and provide evidence-based geriatric care. We’re committed to supporting a diverse, inclusive, and equitable culture where everyone is welcomed and given access to our many professional growth opportunities. If you want an autonomous Physical Therapist Assistant career and to help older adults become stronger and live better longer on your own schedule, then you’d make a great addition to our team. As a valued FOX clinician, you will be paid for hours worked with the opportunity for benefits depending on your caseload.
Who we’re looking for:
You’re positive, compassionate, respectful, and hard-working with the desire to proactively develop your craft to achieve clinical excellence. You’re reliable, accountable, and respond to every challenge with solutions, rather than excuses. You thrive in an autonomous setting and meet expectations for scheduling and caseload management. You seize every opportunity to feed the “fire in your belly” with our unlimited continuing education credits.
What you’ll do:
- Provide Geriatric House Calls™ to older adults
- Deliver proactive and evidence-based therapy to older adults
What you’ll get:
- Flexible schedule created by you
- Professional growth opportunities
- Comprehensive health insurance
- Overtime options
- Educational programs
What you’ll need:
- Valid Physical Therapist Assistant license in the state(s) of practice, or eligibility to apply
- Degree from an accredited physical therapy assistant program
- Basic computer literacy skills
- Current CPR certification
- Integrity, compassion, and enthusiasm
Contact FOX Now!
Lauren Pigott, Clinical Career Specialist
Lauren.pigott@foxrehab.org
609-805-7077
You can also text FOX to 609-853-5114 to learn more!
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Fox Rehabilitation is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
In Illinois, the standard base pay range for this role is $21.63 - $31.25 an hour with an opportunity to earn more.
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Where Illinois roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Physical Therapist Assistant Job Market in Illinois
A snapshot from current Illinois openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Memorial Health7

- Genesis Orthopedics & Sports Medicine6

- HealthPRO Heritage4

- ATI Physical Therapy3

- 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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