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Physical Therapist - Outpatient - Greater Springfield Area

HSHS · Springfield, IL · $37.71–$56.57 an hour · Full time

Posted Sep 8, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

St. John's is expanding outpatient rehab across Greater Springfield. Which specialty would you like to build, whether orthopedics, pelvic health, vestibular or another?

What they are checking: Whether they have a direction that can help grow the service and a realistic plan to develop it.

Tell me about a patient who plateaued. How did you figure out what to change?

What they are checking: Whether they review their reasoning honestly and adapt instead of continuing an unhelpful plan.

Tell me about a time you taught a student or colleague something new in your specialty.

What they are checking: Whether they share knowledge, which the posting names as part of growing the department.

What would you do

A patient's insurance only covers a few more visits but they still have significant deficits. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they plan for independence, prioritize what matters most, and advocate through proper channels.

How do you handle a schedule with a lot of no-shows or late arrivals?

What they are checking: Whether they address attendance respectfully and protect access for other patients.

How do you explain to a patient why their home exercise program matters as much as the visits?

What they are checking: Whether they can make patients partners in their care, which drives outpatient results.

About the work

Walk me through your evaluation of a patient with new low back pain and leg symptoms.

What they are checking: Whether they screen for red flags, classify the problem, and choose treatment based on findings.

What would make you refer a patient back to their physician instead of continuing treatment?

What they are checking: Whether they recognize serious pathology and know the limits of outpatient care.

How do you supervise a PTA so care stays consistent with your plan?

What they are checking: Whether they communicate plans clearly and check in, since they remain responsible for the patient.

How do you measure whether your treatment is working beyond pain scores?

What they are checking: Whether they use validated outcome measures and functional goals to guide care.

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The full job description

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Pay Range: $37.71 - $56.57 A successful candidate's actual pay rate will be based on several factors including relevant experience, skills, training, certifications and education. HSHS St. John’s Rehabilitation Services is seeking Physical Therapists (PTs) to join our Outpatient Rehabilitation team serving the Greater Springfield, Illinois area. As we continue to expand our outpatient rehabilitation services, we anticipate multiple opportunities for Physical Therapists to join our growing team. We're looking for patient-focused, mission-driven therapists who are passionate about providing exceptional outpatient care. We welcome candidates with an interest in any specialty area, including orthopedics, sports medicine, pelvic health, vestibular, neurological rehabilitation, oncology, lymphedema, hand therapy, and more. Physical Therapists will evaluate and treat patients, develop individualized treatment plans, collaborate with an interdisciplinary team, and educate patients, families, students, and colleagues while supporting the continued growth of our rehabilitation services. Position Specifics: o Department: Outpatient o Core Function: Rehab/Therapy/Sleep o Schedule: 40 hours weekly available (open to offering 32 or 36 hours weekly as well), day shift, flexible scheduling options, including four 10-hour days or five 8-hour days. No weekends. o Clinic Location: Great Springfield area, IL o Sign On Bonus: $25,000 o Compensation that aligns with your experience For more information about these opportunities, please contact Lauren Aman at lauren.aman@hshs.org. Education Qualifications • Graduate (e.g., bachelors, master, or doctorate) from an accredited program which meets the licensure requirements in the state of practice is required. Experience Qualifications • N/A Certifications, Licenses and Registrations • Licensed as a Physical Therapist in the state of practice is required. • Certified BLS or completion in the first 90 days of employment is required. • Illinois: Following physical therapy philosophies and standards of care set by Illinois Physical Therapy Act and other applicable governing agencies, licensure is required within 1 year for individuals meeting all other applicable requirements. Job Description Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Throughout communities in Illinois and Wisconsin, 13 hospitals, numerous community-based health centers and clinics, our 13,000+ colleagues have built a culture based on our solid core values of respect, care, competence, and joy. These are the ideals we believe in, work by, and live each day. Built upon more than 145 years of service to the communities we serve, we now look to the future and our place in it as a healthcare system that strives to continually improve processes, procedures, and outcomes with the latest and most advanced technologies and treatments. Regardless of how far our passion for excellence carries us, our focus will always remain on the most important person in our entire organization: The patient. Benefits: HSHS provides a benefits package designed to support the overall well-being of our colleagues including their physical, emotional, financial, spiritual, and work health. Colleagues budgeted to work at least 32 hours per pay period are eligible for HSHS benefits. • Comprehensive and affordable health coverage includes medical, prescription, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time colleagues. • Paid Time Off (PTO) combines vacation, sick, and personal days into one balance to allow you the flexibility to use your time off as you need. • Retirement benefits including HSHS contributions. • Education Assistance benefits include up to $5,250 of educational assistance each calendar year and tuition discounts to select colleges with no waiting period. • Adoption Assistance provides financial support up to $7,500 for colleagues growing their families through adoption to reimburse application and legal fees, transportation, and more! • Other benefits include: Wellness program with incentives, employer-paid life insurance and short-term and long-term disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, employee assistance program, ID theft coverage, colleague rewards and recognition program, discount program, and more! Benefits HSHS and affiliates is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). HSHS is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace dedicated to pursuing and hiring a diverse workforce. Notice Regarding Potential Use of Artificial Intelligence in the Hiring Process Hospital Sisters may use automated tools, including artificial intelligence or machine-learning technologies, to assist with certain administrative aspects of the recruitment process. These tools may help our recruiting team organize applications, search for resumes, identify qualifications reflected in application materials, and facilitate communications or scheduling with applicants. Information used by these tools may include materials you provide during the application process, such as your resume, work history, education, qualifications, and responses to application questions. These tools are used only to support our recruiting process. Hiring decisions are made by HSHS personnel, and automated tools do not make employment decisions on behalf of HSHS. Applicants who have questions about this notice or who require a reasonable accommodation or alternative evaluation method may contact HSHS Human Resources at Contact@hshs.org

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