Position Overview
About Us:  

At Athletico, we believe in the power of support – because a little help can lead to extraordinary achievements. Physical therapy isn’t just about recovery; it’s about transformation. Our team thrives on providing life-changing care for our patients, and we know that achieving this begins with taking care of our own.  

Our mission is simple yet... powerful: Extraordinary people improving lives.

 

Join us for a conversation to be a part of this awesome team!

 

Position Summary:

Our Physical Therapist’s role is to enhance your patient’s health and quality of life. You will be exposed to a culture of teamwork, continuous learning, and growth. Work with a variety of specialties while you grow your skills and your future as a physical therapist!

 

Unique and Competitive Benefits offered with this full-time position:


- New for 2026! Athletico clinicians are supported by Generative AI Documentation Scribe - purpose-built AI technology that automatically generates compliant clinical documentation in real time, so you can stay fully present with your patients and deliver the meaningful, undivided care they deserve.  

- Yearly Continuing Education Allowance, access to MedBridge and Athletico University, and an additional 5 days of PTO dedicated towards your Continuing Education

- Strategic Mentorship programs

- Leadership programs

- Incentives based on quality care and patient outcomes rather than visits per week

- 900 plus locations in 25 states (top notch care since 1991!)

- Residency Programs and more (Athletico will reimburse 100% of curriculum costs!)



Additional Benefits offered with this full-time position: 


- Medical & Rx, Dental and Vision (eligibility begins day one of employment) 

- HSA, Healthcare FSA, Dependent Care FSA 

- Progyny Fertility Benefit 

- Critical Illness, Accident, & Hospital Indemnity Insurance 

- Company Paid Basic Life / AD&D 

- Supplemental Life Insurance (Employee, Spouse, Child) 

- Company Paid Short-Term & Long-Term Disability 

- Long-Term Disability Buy-Up Option 

- Company Paid Maternity & Parental Leave 

- Adoption & Surrogacy Expense Reimbursement 

- KinderCare Discount 

- Legal & Credit Monitoring 

- Student Loan Repayment Program (eligible clinicians only) 

- 17 days PTO (accrual starts immediately upon hire) 

- 6 Major Holidays off plus 2 floating holidays yearly 

- 5 CEU PTO Days 

- Physical Therapy/Occupational Therapy benefits as an employee 

- Bereavement Time Off & Resources 

- Commuter: Pre-Tax Transit & Parking 

- Retirement 401(k) w/ Per-Pay Company Match 

- SoFi Financial Wellness Tools & Loan Resources 

- HUSK Fitness Resources & Gym Discounts 

- Home, Auto, and Pet Insurance 

- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) 

- Employee Discount Program 

- Learn more by checking out our 2026 Athletico's Benefits Summary. 



Qualifications:


- Degree from an accredited Physical Therapy Program

- Current professional licensure as a Physical Therapist or license eligible based on the rules and regulations of the state in which you are applying for role

- Current CPR Certification



Athletico clinicians are energetic and service-minded team players who provide exceptional patient care and service. State licenses must be maintained. All compliance standards must be completed as requested.

 

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Athletico provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

 

Salaried ranges listed are for full time (40 hour) employees. Additional pay such as incentive, GAP, overtime, and stipends are subject to the rules of each program and may not be available in all locations. Individual base pay depends on various factors, in addition to primary work location, such as complexity and responsibility of role, job duties/requirements, and relevant experience and skills. Base pay ranges are reviewed and typically updated each year. Offers are made within the base pay range applicable at the time.

Minimum Salary/WageUSD$ 63,000.00 Yr.
Maximum Salary/WageUSD$ 100,000.00 Yr. more

Position Overview
Chicago (Streeterville East), IL

Morning Availability Needed!

 

Greater Purpose and Core Values: Athletico’s Greater Purpose is to empower people, inspire hope and transform lives. We accomplish this by providing exceptional, progressive, and cost-effective fitness, performance and rehabilitative services through personalized care that emphasizes education and prevention of... future injury. This is accomplished through building on our Core Values of one team, understanding our business, recognition, people-focused, accountability, continuous innovation and trust and integrity, which are the foundation for our unique culture.

 

Position Summary: The Rehabilitation Aide (equivalent to rehabilitation technician and physical therapy aide positions) will assist the Patient Experience Coordinator and clinicians by performing requested administrative and clinical duties. They will greet patients as they arrive to the clinic and work alongside the physical therapists as well as the physical therapist assistants during patient treatment. These duties will be conducted in compliance with state practice act requirements.

 

Benefits offered with this part-time position:


- NEW FOR 2025 – KinderCare Discount

- Bi-annual pay increase opportunity

- Commuter: Pre-Tax Transit & Parking

- Retirement 401(k) (for 21+) w/ Per-Pay Company Match

- SoFi Financial Wellness Tools & Loan Resources

- HUSK Fitness Resources & Gym Discounts

- Home, Auto, and Pet Insurance

- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

- Employee Discount Program

- Bereavement Time Off & Resources (part-time and full-time employees)

- Plus more! Learn more by checking out Athletico's Benefits Summary and ID&E Benefits.



Essential Duties and Responsibilities: The below is not an exhaustive list of duties and you will be expected to perform different tasks as necessitated by your changing role within the organization and the overall business objectives of the organization.


- Prepares patients for physical therapy treatments to put on and remove supportive devices, assists physical therapists during administration of treatments, and provides routine treatment

- Safeguards, motivates, and assists patients practicing exercises and functional activities under the direction of professional staff

- Provides routine treatments, such as hot/cold packs, and other modalities such as Ultrasounds, Electrical stimulation, etc

- Cleans work area and equipment after treatment

- Washes linens/towels, folds and maintains linen cabinets

- Maintaining restrooms and other areas such as windows as needed. Restocks with paper towels, tissue paper, soap and supplies

- Assists patient experience coordinator with answering phones, scheduling appointments and filing paper work and charts

- Assist patient experience coordinator with keeping track of both non-medical and medical supplies for the clinic and may order inventory



Qualifications:


- Education: High school graduate and or intern preferred

- Work Experience: Previous Clinical Aide or Rehab Tech experience preferred

- Knowledge and Technical Skills:

- Strong communication and presentation skills-written and verbal

- Ability to clearly document all projects and manage production

- Attention to detail and time management skills are required

- Patient/Client Satisfaction:  Providing care/service that exceeds expectations

- Energetic and a team player

- Able to demonstrate compassion toward patients

- Complete tasks thoroughly

- Basic knowledge of office equipment preferred






Language Skills:


- Ability to read, write and speak English proficiently



Physical Demands: 


- Specific vision requirements include the ability to see at close range, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus

- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear

- Possess the ability to fulfill any office activities normally expected in an office setting, to include, but not limited to:  remaining seated for periods of time to perform computer based work, participating in filing activity, lifting and carrying office supplies (paper reams, mail, etc.)

- Frequently required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to feel, and reach with hand and arms

- Occasionally lift and/or move up to 20-25 pounds 

- Fine hand manipulation (keyboarding)



Work Environment: 


- Internal office

- The noise level in the work environment is usually low



Athletico provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

 

Salaried ranges listed are for full time (40 hour) employees. Additional pay such as incentive, GAP, overtime, and stipends are subject to the rules of each program and may not be available in all locations. Individual base pay depends on various factors, in addition to primary work location, such as complexity and responsibility of role, job duties/requirements, and relevant experience and skills. Base pay ranges are reviewed and typically updated each year. Offers are made within the base pay range applicable at the time.

Minimum Salary/WageUSD$ 16.60 Hr.
Maximum Salary/WageUSD$ 20.00 Hr. more