Occupational Therapist

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

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship program

CEU program with paid certifications

Generous PTO

Medical/dental/vision coverage

Company-matching 401(k)

Job summary

RUSH Kids Pediatric Therapy is seeking a pediatric occupational therapist to join our fun, collaborative, multi-disciplinary team in North Aurora, IL. You will evaluate and treat a variety of pediatric diagnoses and work with other professionals to help children reach their goals and learn new skills.

New graduates are welcome; mentorship is valued. Our benefits package supports career growth and well-being, including CEU programs, PTO, medical/dental/vision, and 401(k) options.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school for occupational therapy.
• State license as an occupational therapist or eligibility.
• CPR certification and clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team to help pediatric patients reach goals.
• Develop patient goals and specify type, frequency, and duration of therapy with referring physician.
• Provide patient care and supervise therapy activities per state regulations.
• Document treatment plans and progress according to standards.

Skills

Team collaboration

Mentorship mindset

Communication skills

Education

Graduate of an accredited school for occupational therapy

OTR license or eligibility

Tools

CPR certification

Valid state driver’s license

Job description

Position: Occupational Therapist - Pediatrics

Location: North Aurora, IL

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

Compensation: $10,000 Bonus PLUS 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