Occupational Therapist

Rush Kids Pediatric Therapy; Lake Barrington (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship program

Paid CEUs

Generous PTO

Medical, vision, dental

401(k) retirement plan

Student debt benefit

Job summary

RUSH Kids Pediatric Therapy is seeking a pediatric occupational therapist (OTR) to join a collaborative, multi-disciplinary team in Lake Barrington, IL. The OT will evaluate and treat pediatric patients with diverse conditions, collaborating with referring physicians to reach patient goals.

New graduates are welcome. A comprehensive benefits package supports career growth, mentorship, CEUs, and work-life balance within a large network of centers.

Qualifications

• New graduates are welcome to apply.
• OTR role focusing on pediatric patients with diverse diagnoses.
• Must hold or be eligible for state OT license.
• CPR certification required.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to plan and implement patient care.
• Develop objective patient goals and determine OT frequency and duration.
• Supervise and delegate OT care within state guidelines.
• Complete documentation and maintain evidence-based practice.
• Participate in ongoing mentorship and program development.

Skills

Pediatrics

Collaboration

Education

Graduate of an accredited school for occupational therapy

State OT license (or eligibility)

Job description

Position: Occupational Therapist - Pediatrics

Location: Lake Barrington, IL

Schedule: $70,000 - $82,000 annually, based on years of experience

Compensation: $10,000 Bonus and Student Debt Benefit Program

RUSH Kids Pediatric Therapy is seeking a pediatric occupational therapist (OTR) to join our fun, collaborative, multi-disciplinary team! We evaluate and treat a variety of pediatric patients with diagnoses ranging from sensory processing, emotional regulation, developmental delay, cerebral palsy, genetic disorders, autism spectrum disorders, feeding disorders, visual motor deficits and more. You will play an integral role in collaborating with other professionals to help our pediatric patients reach their goals and learn new skills. Come join us and make a positive difference in the life of a child! We value mentorship and a collaborative approach to care. New graduates are welcome to apply!

Our comprehensive benefits package supports your career growth and personal well-being:

• Start Strong: Our mentorship and orientation programs ensure a successful transition
• Elevate Your Skills: Unmatched CEU program with paid national certifications
• Recharge & Refresh: Generous PTO to maintain a healthy work-life balance
• Your Health Matters: Comprehensive medical/RX, health, vision, and dental plan offerings
• Invest in Your Future: Company-matching 401(k) retirement plans as well as life and disability protection
• Ease the Burden: Our student debt benefit program helps alleviate the financial pressure of student debt
• Go Anywhere with Us: 1900 centers in 39 states, offering internal movement
• High Standard of Care: Understand appropriate state Practice Act and adhere to the laws that govern how OTs may practice and whom they may supervise.
• Collaborative Approach: Develop objective patient goals and establish the type, frequency and duration of occupational therapy in collaboration with the referring physician.
• Leadership: Supervise and delegate occupational therapy care for each patient within the guidelines of state rules and federal regulations.
• Personalized Treatment: Provide comprehensive and individualized treatment programs and complete patient care responsibilities and documentation requirements.
• Innovative Opportunities: Participate in the design and implementation of new programs or procedures with the approval of the manager and referring physicians per HIPPA guidelines.
• Best Practices: Stay current and up to date with Occupational Therapy research and employ Evidence Based Practice (RCB, clinician expertise, patient perception).
• Graduate of an accredited school for occupational therapy
• State occupational therapist license (or eligibility)
• CPR certification
• Valid state driver’s license