Physical Therapy (Outpt) Assistant - Home Health

SwedishAmerican Hospital

Location: Rockford, IL 61101, US
Employment Type: FULL_TIME
Industry: Advertising and Public Relations
Occupational Category: 13-0000.00 – Business and Financial Operations
Posted: Tuesday, 21 July 2026
Valid Through: Thursday, 20 August 2026

Job Description

SwedishAmerican Hospital is hiring a Physical Therapy (Outpt) Assistant - Home Health in Rockford, IL. This is a full-time position.

Work Schedule:

100%, day/eve, Monday-Friday / 8: 00am-5: 00pm / Rotating weekends / Rotating holidays.
Your primary work location will be 2550 Charles St Rockford IL.
You may be eligible for a $5, 000 sign on bonus

Additional components of compensation may include:
  • Evening, night, and weekend shift differential
  • Overtime
  • On-call pay

At UW Health in northern Illinois, you will have:
  • Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits package including: PTO, Medical, Dental, Vision, retirement, short and long-term disability, paternity leave, adoption assistance, tuition assistance
  • Annual wellness reimbursement
  • Opportunity for on-site day care through UW Health Kids
  • Tuition reimbursement for career advancement--ask about our fully funded programs!
  • Abundant career growth opportunities to nurture professional development
  • Strong shared governance structure
  • Commitment to employee voice

Qualifications

  • Completion of an accredited program approved by the American Physical Therapy Association. Required


Work Experience

Licenses & Certifications

  • Current license from the State of Illinois or in the process of acquiring licensure. Required
  • Valid State driver's license and proof of liability insurance. Required
  • Bi-Annual CPR certification. Required
  • An applicant for employment as a physical, occupational, or speech therapists must present acceptable evidence of licensure or authorization to test at the time of employment. An applicant who fails to provide this documentation will not be hired. A new employee will not be allowed to work as a therapist or assistant until evidence of licensure eligibility is provided. Required


Our Commitment to Social Impact and Belonging

UW Health is committed to fostering a workplace that creates belonging for everyone and is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. Our respect for people shines through patient care interactions and our daily work practices as we work to embrace the knowledge, unique perspectives and qualities each employee and faculty member brings to work each day. It is the policy of UW Health to provide equal opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

Job Description

UW Northern Illinois benefits

Education Requirements

high school

Skills

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Benefits

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