Physical Therapist - Glen Carbon

Job Description

Job Description

Physical Therapist (PT) – Full-Time Day Shift

Department: Physical Therapy

Status: Full-Time, 40 hours/week

Schedule: Day Shift (No night shifts)

Compensation: $37.77 – $56.66 per hour (Based on experience)

Location: Gateway Regional Medical Center (Granite City, IL)

Experience Level: Experienced PTs & New Graduates Welcome!

Why Join Gateway Regional Medical Center?

At Gateway Regional Medical Center, our mission is to provide compassionate, high-quality healthcare that promotes wellness and healing across our community. We foster a culture of respect, integrity, and clinical excellence. As a member of our team, you will experience a supportive, inclusive work environment where your therapeutic skills are valued, and your dedication helps patients achieve functional independence and better health.

Position Overview

We are seeking a skilled and dedicated Physical Therapist (PT) to join our dynamic clinical team. In this role, you will provide essential rehabilitative services to identify, prevent, and treat acute or prolonged physical dysfunction and pain.

Serving a diverse patient population spanning from pediatrics through geriatrics, you will utilize comprehensive evaluations, therapeutic exercises, and advanced physical agents to maximize functional independence, accelerate healing, and improve overall quality of life.

Key Responsibilities

• Patient Evaluation: Conduct thorough initial assessments and evaluations to diagnose physical dysfunctions and establish personalized treatment goals.

• Therapeutic Intervention: Design and implement evidence-based rehabilitation plans utilizing therapeutic exercise, manual therapy, and physical/chemical agents.

• Lifespan Care: Provide age-appropriate, high-quality rehabilitative care to patients ranging from pediatric to geriatric populations.

• Progress Tracking & Documentation: Monitor patient progression, adjust treatment plans as clinically indicated, and maintain accurate, timely electronic medical documentation.

• Collaborative Care: Partner with multidisciplinary healthcare teams, patients, and families to ensure safe, continuous, and effective care transitions.

Qualifications & Requirements

Education & Experience:

• Required: Graduate of a physical therapy program from an accredited school with a degree in Physical Therapy (DPT, MPT, or MSPT).

• Experience: Previous clinical experience is preferred, but passionate New Graduates are highly encouraged to apply!

Licensure & Certifications:

• Required: Must possess and maintain a current, unrestricted Physical Therapist license in the State of Illinois.

• Required: Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross.

Compensation & Benefits

We offer a highly competitive compensation package designed to support your personal and professional growth, including:

• Hourly Pay Range: $37.77 – $56.66 / hour

• Competitive performance-based incentives and shift differentials.

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans. (Review our full offerings in our Benefits Guide) .

• Retirement savings plan with employer matching.

• Generous paid vacation time (PTO) and recognized holiday pay.

• A deeply supportive, collaborative, and inclusive workplace culture.

> Compensation Disclaimer: Final pay within the stated range is determined based on various factors, including education level, years of experience, relevant certifications, and specific clinical skills. Compensation packages are reviewed individually with Human Resources to ensure equity and alignment with your qualifications.