Inpatient Physical Therapist
Company : Prime Healthcare Services
Location : Buffalo Grove, IL, 60089
Job Type : Per Diem
Date Posted : 24 December 2025
Overview
- Department: Occupational Therapy
- Schedule: Day Shift- PRN (Weekday and weekend rotations)
- Facility: St. Mary of Nazareth Hospital
- Location: Chicago, IL
Responsibilities
Provides medically prescribed consultative and therapeutic services in order to restore function and prevent disability in patients with musculoskeletal, cardiopulmonary and/or integumentary disorders. The Physical Therapist I performs responsibilities in accordance with Physical Therapy/Hospital Policy, state and federal regulatory licensing and accrediting requirements.
Qualifications
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING
1. Bachelor/ Masters/ Doctorate/Certificate degree in Physical Therapy.
2. Current state Physical Therapy license.
3. Current BCLS (AHA) certificate upon hire and maintain current.
The company is dedicated to empowering its staff with a comprehensive, competitive benefits package, allowing them the freedom to customize their benefits to fit their unique needs. Our abundant resources, programs, and voluntary options serve as a foundation for individual growth and well-being. Learn more here: https://www.primehealthcare.com/benefitsthatmattermost/
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Pay Transparency
St. Mary of Nazareth offers competitive compensation and a reasonable compensation estimate for this role is $48.17. The exact starting compensation to be offered will be determined at the time of selecting an applicant for hire, in which a wide range of factors will be considered, including but not limited to, skillset, years of applicable experience, education, credentials and licensure.
Employment Status
Per DiemShift
DaysEqual Employment Opportunity
Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf
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Frequently asked questions
Buffalo Grove's healthcare sector shows steady demand for inpatient physical therapists due to its growing hospital network. Competition remains moderate, with facilities like Prime Healthcare Services actively recruiting skilled therapists to meet patient care needs in musculoskeletal and cardiopulmonary rehabilitation.
Besides the mandatory Illinois state physical therapy license, employers in Buffalo Grove often favor candidates with BCLS certification from the American Heart Association. Familiarity with state-specific healthcare regulations enhances job prospects for inpatient physical therapists in the region.
Mastering therapeutic techniques for musculoskeletal, cardiopulmonary, and integumentary conditions is essential. Additionally, expertise in hospital protocols, patient mobility assessment, and interdisciplinary collaboration distinguishes inpatient physical therapists aiming for high-impact roles.
Growth paths often lead from direct patient care to supervisory or clinical specialist roles within hospital departments. Developing leadership capabilities and specialized certifications can open doors to managerial positions or consultancy roles in inpatient physical therapy.
Inpatient therapists manage patients within hospital settings, focusing on acute care and rapid rehabilitation, often requiring coordination with multiple medical teams. Unlike outpatient roles, they handle more critical cases with a dynamic environment and variable patient conditions.
Prime Healthcare Services offers flexible PRN schedules and comprehensive benefits tailored to individual needs, fostering professional growth and work-life balance. Their focus on occupational therapy within hospital settings supports therapists in delivering impactful patient care.
Prime Healthcare emphasizes a supportive environment with strong compliance to equal employment policies and tailored benefits. Therapists often experience collaborative teams and resources that encourage continuous learning and personalized career development.
Starting compensation typically averages around $48.17 per hour, influenced by credentials, experience, and licensure. Prime Healthcare balances competitive pay with flexible scheduling, reflecting market standards for inpatient physical therapy roles in the Buffalo Grove area.