Occupational Therapist

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

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship program

CEU certifications paid

Generous PTO

Health, dental, vision

401(k) retirement plan

Student debt benefit

Internal movement across 1900 centers

Compliance with state practice acts

Collaborative care model

Professional development

Documentation and best practices

Job summary

Rush Kids Pediatric Therapy in Naperville, IL is seeking a Pediatric Occupational Therapist (OTR) to join a fun, collaborative multi-disciplinary team. The role involves evaluating and treating diverse pediatric conditions, collaborating with physicians, and targeting goals in collaboration with families.

New graduates are welcome to apply and mentorship is available. The position offers competitive salary, a $5,000 bonus, student loan repayment assistance, and a robust benefits package

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited occupational therapy program.
• State OT license or eligibility to practice.
• CPR certification.
• Valid state driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team to set patient goals.
• Provide occupational therapy services and develop individualized treatment plans.
• Participate in program development and maintain required documentation.
• Contribute to mentorship and support for new graduates.

Skills

Pedi OT

Collaboration

Mentorship

Evidence‑Based Practice

Education

Accredited OT program

OT license or eligibility

Job description

Position: Occupational Therapist - Pediatrics

Location: Naperville, IL

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

Compensation: $5,000 Bonus and Student Loan Repayment Assistance

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