Lead Pediatric Physical Therapist & Team Mentor

Eyas Landing; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Flexible Spending Account

Employee Assistance Programs

Job summary

Eyas Landing is seeking a Physical Therapist Department Lead to oversee therapy in our Chicago clinic, schools, and homes. You will lead a team of PTs, deliver targeted therapy to children with ASD and other neurodevelopmental differences, and support families in achieving mobility and independence.

You will collaborate with SLPs, OTs, and social workers, document progress, and mentor staff while advancing department goals and clinical standards in a compassionate setting.

Qualifications

• Master's or Doctorate in Physical Therapy.
• Active Illinois PT license.
• Experience providing behavior therapy to children with autism and/or other neurodevelopmental differences.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized physical therapy.
• Implement DIR/Floortime, Developmental Treatment, Motor Skills Acquisition, and IRM.
• Collaborate daily with occupational and speech therapists, as well as social workers.
• Document progress and communicate with families to support continuity of care.
• Provide mentorship, clinical guidance, and performance feedback to Physical Therapists.

Skills

PT License

Leadership

Autism experience

DIR/Floortime

Collaboration

Education

Master's or Doctorate in Physical Therapy

Tools

iPad

Desktop/Notebook

Job description

Eyas Landing is seeking a Physical Therapist Department Lead to oversee therapy in our Chicago clinic, schools, and homes. You will lead a team of PTs, deliver targeted therapy to children with ASD and other neurodevelopmental differences, and support families in achieving mobility and independence.

You will collaborate with SLPs, OTs, and social workers, document progress, and mentor staff while advancing department goals and clinical standards in a compassionate setting.