Therapist Jobs in Chicago, IL
Therapist jobs in Chicago are concentrated in the Loop, Lakeview, and Hyde Park, across community mental health, hospital systems, and outpatient behavioral health. Employers hiring right now include Rush University Medical Center, The Manor, and Prava Therapy. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Location: Chicago, Illinois
Business Unit: Rush Medical Center
Hospital: Rush University Medical Center
Department: Physical Therapy- Acute
Work Type: Restricted Part Time (Total FTE less than 0.5)
Shift: Shift 1
Work Schedule: 8 Hr (8:00:00 AM - 4:30:00 PM)
Rush offers exceptional rewards and benefits learn more at our Rush benefits page (https://www.rush.edu/rush-careers/employee-benefits).
Pay Range: $10.00 - $375.00 per hour
Rush salaries are determined by many factors including, but not limited to, education, job-related experience and skills, as well as internal equity and industry specific market data. The pay range for each role reflects Rush’s anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position. Offers may vary depending on the circumstances of each case.
Summary:
The physical therapist provides evidence-based direct and indirect physical therapy services to all patients referred to the department, promoting excellence with the delivery of care. Exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures.
Required Job Qualifications:
- Basic computer skills.
- Clinical Practice
- Meets all state regulatory requirements
- Graduate of CAPTE accredited physical therapy program.
- Maintains Illinois License, with supporting minimum of 20CEUs /year.
Responsibilities:
1. Executes a thorough patient evaluation, obtaining and interpreting data necessary to support a physical therapy diagnosis.
2. Provides an evidenced base plan of care for treatment, including functional goals and methods to achieve said goals.
3. Adapts treatment environment, tools, equipment, and activities according to the needs of the individual.
4. Monitors the individual's response to treatment interventions and modifies treatment and plan as indicated.
5. Terminates patient services when maximum benefit or goals have been achieved
6. Monitors own performance and identify supervisory needs.
7. Maintains treatment area, equipment, and supply inventory as required.
8. Documents completely per Epic standards using point of care method.
9. Following standards established for each clinical area.
10. Demonstrates effective teaching and communication skills, especially as related for patient and family education.
11. Demonstrates ability to use Epic for timely and accurate patient billing.
12. Strives to meet all benchmarking standards for hours worked/units billed.
13. Participates in all quality improvement projects.
14. Identifies and pursues own professional growth and development.
15. Participates in available professional and community activities.
16. Supports and demonstrates a team approach with other disciplines.
17. Functions according to the APTA guidelines, the Illinois Physical Therapy Practice Act and standards of the profession.
Rush is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.
Location: Chicago, Illinois
Business Unit: Rush Medical Center
Hospital: Rush University Medical Center
Department: Physical Therapy- Acute
Work Type: Restricted Part Time (Total FTE less than 0.5)
Shift: Shift 1
Work Schedule: 8 Hr (8:00:00 AM - 4:30:00 PM)
Rush offers exceptional rewards and benefits learn more at our Rush benefits page (https://www.rush.edu/rush-careers/employee-benefits).
Pay Range: $10.00 - $375.00 per hour
Rush salaries are determined by many factors including, but not limited to, education, job-related experience and skills, as well as internal equity and industry specific market data. The pay range for each role reflects Rush’s anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position. Offers may vary depending on the circumstances of each case.
Summary:
The physical therapist provides evidence-based direct and indirect physical therapy services to all patients referred to the department, promoting excellence with the delivery of care. Exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures.
Required Job Qualifications:
- Basic computer skills.
- Clinical Practice
- Meets all state regulatory requirements
- Graduate of CAPTE accredited physical therapy program.
- Maintains Illinois License, with supporting minimum of 20CEUs /year.
Responsibilities:
1. Executes a thorough patient evaluation, obtaining and interpreting data necessary to support a physical therapy diagnosis.
2. Provides an evidenced base plan of care for treatment, including functional goals and methods to achieve said goals.
3. Adapts treatment environment, tools, equipment, and activities according to the needs of the individual.
4. Monitors the individual's response to treatment interventions and modifies treatment and plan as indicated.
5. Terminates patient services when maximum benefit or goals have been achieved
6. Monitors own performance and identify supervisory needs.
7. Maintains treatment area, equipment, and supply inventory as required.
8. Documents completely per Epic standards using point of care method.
9. Following standards established for each clinical area.
10. Demonstrates effective teaching and communication skills, especially as related for patient and family education.
11. Demonstrates ability to use Epic for timely and accurate patient billing.
12. Strives to meet all benchmarking standards for hours worked/units billed.
13. Participates in all quality improvement projects.
14. Identifies and pursues own professional growth and development.
15. Participates in available professional and community activities.
16. Supports and demonstrates a team approach with other disciplines.
17. Functions according to the APTA guidelines, the Illinois Physical Therapy Practice Act and standards of the profession.
Rush is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.
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Therapist Jobs in Chicago: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a therapist job in Chicago?
Focus your search on Chicago's dense network of community mental health centers, federally qualified health centers, and hospital-affiliated outpatient clinics, which post the most openings. Lakeview, Pilsen, and the South Side have a high concentration of community-based providers. Candidates with bilingual skills, especially Spanish, and experience in trauma-informed care move faster in this market. Attending Illinois Association for Behavioral Health events is a practical way to connect with Chicago-area hiring managers.
Which companies hire therapists in Chicago?
Chicago therapist roles are posted by Rush University Medical Center, The Manor, and Prava Therapy and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. The Chicago market includes a wide mix of large integrated health systems, nonprofit community agencies, and private group practices, many concentrated in the North Side neighborhoods and the medical corridor along the Illinois Medical District.
Are there remote therapist jobs in Chicago?
Yes, though remote work is more limited for therapists than for desk-based roles, since most positions involve direct in-person client care. About 25% of therapist openings tied to Chicago are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, with telehealth roles most common at larger group practices and employee assistance program providers operating out of Chicago.
How can I get a therapist job in Chicago with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path in Chicago is securing a supervised clinical internship or practicum placement through one of the city's many community mental health centers, which routinely hire provisionally licensed candidates. Employers such as nonprofit behavioral health agencies in Humboldt Park and Englewood actively recruit newly licensed therapists. Entry-level case manager and mental health technician roles at Chicago-area hospital systems also build the clinical hours needed for full licensure.
Which industries hire the most therapists in Chicago?
Most therapist openings in Chicago sit in Healthcare & Medical Services, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Chicago's large hospital networks, its concentration of federally funded community health centers, and a growing private-practice group-practice sector all drive consistent demand for licensed therapists across the city.
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