Physical Therapist I IP
Memorial Health (Illinois)$37.43–$58.02/hrSpringfield Memorial HospitalFull timePosted 1mo agoStill open, checked every night- Sign-on bonus up to $30,000
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How this pay compares
This posting states $37.43–$58.02 an hour. Open physical therapist jobs in Illinois post a median of $50.29 an hour, the middle half $47.50–$55.20, across 163 jobs that state their pay, so this one is within the middle half of what they post. Physical therapists employed in Illinois earn a median of $50.60 an hour (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics).
Workplace injuries
Springfield Memorial Hospital in Springfield reported 117 work injuries and illnesses to OSHA for 2025 over 5,703,728 hours worked: 4.1 per 100 full-time workers, against 5.1 per 100 full-time workers at general hospitalsnationwide. This is the employer's own report. Workplace injuries by employer.
Visa sponsorship record
From 1 October 2025 to 30 June 2026, the US Labor Department certified 2 H-1B applications from Memorial Health (Illinois) for physical therapists, offering a median $45.50 an hour (the low end of each application's wage range). That is the employer's record, not a promise for this job: ask its recruiter whether this one sponsors a visa. Green cards for physical therapists are on the Labor Department's Schedule A and are filed with USCIS directly, so this record holds almost none of any employer's. Every employer that sponsors physical therapists.
Medicare rating of Memorial Medical Center
Medicare gives Memorial Medical Center 3 of 5 stars (Jul 2026; Illinois's hospitals average 3.0). 72% of its patients said their nurses always communicated well (the middle US hospital: 79%). Patients' ratings of their care, not employees' of the job. Its other hospitals · Illinois hospitals by rating.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness
Medicare lists Memorial Medical Center as a non-profit hospital: the kind of employer PSLF counts (a government organization or a 501(c)(3) non-profit) for its own full-time staff, toward forgiveness of federal Direct Loans after 120 qualifying payments. The federal PSLF Help Tool confirms an employer by the EIN on your W-2. Every PSLF-eligible hospital hiring.
Licensed in another state?
Illinois is not issuing PT Compact privileges, so a physical therapist or PT assistant licensed in another state needs an Illinois license for this job. (PT Compact Commission, 9 Nov 2026.) Every state's PT Compact status.
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About the job
Focused on the Future of Care
We're looking for talented, passionate healthcare professionals to join the team at Memorial Health as we build the future of healthcare. If you're ready to be part of a transformative organization that puts people first, take a look at what we have to offer.
Position Type
On-site
Job Description Summary
Sign-on Bonuses up to $30,000.00 SMH - IP
Are you looking for a progressive practice environment where you can set your own schedule while working alongside a highly engaged inspiring team? Springfield Memorial is seeking a dynamic physical therapist to join our inpatient team. In this role you will be responsible for evaluating and treating patients with a wide variety of impairments, working collaboratively with our physician partners, and advancing your skill set with our clinical ladder program. As a Physical Therapist, you will be responsible for providing and coordinating comprehensive care to patients of all ages through the proper utilization of evaluation, planning and implementation of a treatment plan in accordance with established standards, policies, procedures, protocols and guidelines. Bachelor’s degree in Physical Therapy or entry level equivalent is required. Must be Licensed or license pending in the State of Illinois and without previous disciplinary action in Illinois or any other state. Current CPR card.
Schedule: Full-Time Days
$30,000 Sign-On Bonus
Contact me if interested at Watson.Kari@mhsil.com or schedule a call with me to discuss at https://MemorialHealthIL.as.me/KariWatson
Job Description
Education
- Graduate of an approved school of Physical Therapy.
- P.T. license in the State of Illinois, or license pending with a valid Authorization to Test letter (ATT) from the Federation of State Boards of Physical Therapy (FSBPT), is required. The maximum allowable time to practice in a license pending status/under a licensed Physical Therapist is 6 months per licensing regulations.
- Basic knowledge in physical therapy practices in accordance with the P.T. Practice Act.
Licensure/Certification/Registry
- Illinois eligible or licensed Physical Therapist.
- CPR certification is required.
Other Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
- Universal Precautions Category I.
- Must possess valid Illinois driver’s license and must be deemed as an acceptable driver in accordance with the MHS Fleet Safety Policy (five year MVR will be required). Must show proof of automobile insurance.
- Provides rehabilitative care to patients of all ages.
- Evaluates treatment needs of assigned physician referred patients of all ages
- Implements the patient treatment according to the program plan, assesses the patient’s response and revised the program as needed.
- Effectively communicates with the patient, family members, hospital staff and the public.
- Keeps timely and accurate medical, administrative and education records.
- Coordinates effective patient care with the assistance of the Physical Therapy Assistant and Physical Therapy Aide.
- Maintains skills in treatment procedure through utilization of in-service and continuing education opportunities and expertise of other clinical staff personnel.
- Demonstrates effective use of departmental equipment for patient care
- Contributes to the maintenance of a satisfactory work environment.
- Promotes health and safety in the work environment.
- Actively participates in competency assessment process.
- Performs other related work as required or requested.
The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. Incumbents may be requested to perform tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.
Pay Transparency
$37.43 - $58.02
Additional compensation in the form(s) of participation in our annual incentive program are dependent on role. Pay is based on factors such as work experience, education, certification(s), training, skills, and competencies related to the role. Memorial Health also offers a comprehensive benefits plan, which includes paid time off, 401(k) match, and health/ dental/ vision insurance options. All benefits can be found at https://jobs.memorial.health/about/benefits/
If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete this application or participate in the hiring process, please contact askHR@mhsil.com . Requests will be handled confidentially.
From Memorial Health (Illinois)'s job posting, checked 9 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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About Memorial Health (Illinois)
Not-for-profit health system with Memorial hospitals in Springfield, Decatur, Jacksonville, Lincoln and Taylorville and care sites across central Illinois.
Based in Springfield, ILHires in IllinoisPay on its listings: 95.1% of its open jobs state an hourly rate
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