Athletico Physical Therapy

Athletico Physical Therapy is an Oak Brook, Illinois-based chain offering orthopedic rehabilitation originally founded in 1991 by physical therapist Mark Kaufman.[1] The company started by providing rehabilitation services for student athletes at Francis W. Parker High School[2] and Lions Rugby in Chicago .[1] The company currently has over 500 locations in 12 states and more than 5,000 employees.[3] Athletico is majority owned by BDT Capital Partners of Chicago.[2][4]

In June 2019 Athletico Physical Therapy named former Fresenius Medical Care executive Ron Rodgers as the new CEO, while founder Mark Kaufman remained on as executive chairman.[5][6]

In October 2019 Khymberly Booth was named as the organization's chief human resource officer.[7] In early 2020 Ben Jacobs was named as the organization's chief development officer.[8]

Athletico Physical Therapy is rated an average of 3.5 out of 5 in 291 reviews by current and former employees on Glassdoor.[9]

Here are some common job positions you may find at ATI Physical Therapy:

1. Physical Therapist (PT): As a PT, you would assess, diagnose, and treat patients with physical injuries or conditions. You would develop personalized treatment plans and provide therapeutic exercises and techniques to help patients regain mobility and manage pain.
2. Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA): PTAs work under the supervision of physical therapists and assist in implementing treatment plans. They help with exercises, modalities, and patient education. PTAs also document patient progress and communicate with the therapy team.
3. Occupational Therapist (OT): OTs work with patients to improve their ability to perform daily activities. They focus on functional independence and use therapeutic activities to enhance physical and cognitive abilities. OTs may work with individuals recovering from injuries or with chronic conditions.
4. Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA): COTAs support occupational therapists in delivering treatments. They help patients with therapeutic activities, assistive devices, and adaptive techniques to improve functional abilities. COTAs also document patient progress and collaborate with the therapy team.
5. Clinic Director: Clinic Directors oversee the operations of ATI Physical Therapy clinics. They are responsible for managing staff, ensuring quality patient care, overseeing financial performance, and maintaining regulatory compliance.
6. Physical Therapy Technician/Aide: Technicians or aides work alongside physical therapists and assist with various tasks, such as preparing treatment areas, maintaining equipment, assisting patients during exercises, and managing administrative duties.

To explore current job openings at ATI Physical Therapy, visit their official website or check job search platforms at ATI Physical Therapy Jobs.

## See also

* Physical therapist
* Occupational therapist
* ATI Physical Therapy

## References

1. ↑ 1.0 1.1 The Athletico Story
2. ↑ 2.0 2.1 Are these big physical therapy chains ripe for IPOs? Crain's Chicago Business
3. ↑ Athletico Physical Therapy Opens in Chicago Athletico Physical Therapy, PRNewsWire, January 14, 2020
4. ↑ "Athletico Physical Therapy Welcomes Growth Investment From BDT Capital Partners, LLC". TheStreet.com. November 15, 2016. https://www.thestreet.com/story/13894805/2/athletico-physical-therapy-welcomes-growth-investment-from-bdt-capital-partners-llc.html.
5. ↑ Lisa Schencker, Chicago Tribune, Athletico Physical Therapy name new CEO June 20, 2019
6. ↑ Former Fresenius Medical Care executive Ron Rodgers took the helm Crain's Chicago Business, June 24, 2019
7. ↑ Athletico Physical Therapy Announces New Chief Human Resource Officer PRNewsWire, October 8, 2019
8. ↑ Athletico Physical Therapy Announces New Chief Development Officer Athletico Physical Therapy, PRNewsWire, January 06, 2020
9. ↑ ATI Physical Therapy vs Athletico Glassdoor

## External links

* Official website

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