Physical Therapist

Achieve Orthopedic Manual Therapy is a privately owned outpatient physical therapy clinic in Park Ridge, Illinois, specializing in orthopedic rehabilitation and hands-on manual therapy.

Our practice is built around individualized, high-quality patient care. We believe physical therapy should be more than moving patients through a busy schedule. Our therapists have the opportunity to evaluate each patient thoroughly, use clinical reasoning to identify contributing factors, and provide personalized treatment focused on restoring function, reducing pain, and helping patients return to the activities that matter to them.

Our treatment approach combines evidence-based rehabilitation, manual therapy, therapeutic exercise, movement assessment, and patient education. We value strong clinical skills, professionalism, collaboration, continued learning, and developing meaningful relationships with our patients.

Role Description

Achieve Orthopedic Manual Therapy is seeking a Physical Therapist for either a full-time or part-time position at our Park Ridge clinic.

This is an on-site outpatient orthopedic position ideal for a therapist who enjoys working with musculoskeletal conditions and wants to practice in an environment that values individualized care, clinical reasoning, and hands-on treatment.

The Physical Therapist will perform comprehensive evaluations, develop individualized plans of care, and provide evidence-based orthopedic rehabilitation and manual therapy interventions. Responsibilities include progressing therapeutic exercise programs, monitoring patient response and functional outcomes, modifying treatment plans as appropriate, and educating patients regarding home exercise, injury prevention, and long-term self-management.

The therapist will also maintain timely and accurate clinical documentation, communicate effectively with patients and referring providers, and collaborate with other members of the Achieve team.

We welcome both experienced clinicians and motivated therapists who are interested in further developing their orthopedic and manual therapy skills.

Qualifications

• Current Illinois Physical Therapist license or eligibility for Illinois licensure
• Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) or equivalent degree from an accredited physical therapy program
• Strong interest in orthopedic and musculoskeletal physical therapy
• Experience or advanced training in orthopedic manual therapy is preferred but not required
• Strong clinical reasoning and ability to develop and progress individualized treatment plans
• Excellent interpersonal and patient communication skills
• Commitment to compassionate, patient-centered care
• Ability to educate patients and develop effective home exercise programs
• Strong documentation, organizational, and time-management skills
• Ability to work independently while also collaborating with the clinical team
• Commitment to professional development and continued learning

What We’re Looking For

We are looking for a therapist who genuinely enjoys treating patients and wants to be part of a smaller, patient-focused practice. The ideal candidate is dependable, clinically curious, personable, and interested in building long-term relationships with patients while continuing to grow as an orthopedic clinician.

Position: Full-Time or Part-Time Physical Therapist

Location: Park Ridge, Illinois

Setting: Private Outpatient Orthopedic / Manual Therapy Practice