Occupational Therapist (OT) - Early Intervention

Powerback Rehabilitation; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 72,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

PTO

Clinical mentorship

Free CEUs

Travel opportunities

Employee discounts

Job summary

Powerback Rehabilitation in Chicago seeks a Pediatric Early Intervention Occupational Therapist to deliver OT services to infants and toddlers, assess needs, plan treatments, and document progress. You will work under physician orders, collaborate with families, and support/mentor families in home settings. The role offers a $3,000 sign-on bonus and comprehensive benefits for full-time staff.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in an OT program accredited by ACOTE.
• NBCOT active registration.
• Current OT license as required by state.
• EI credential (temporary or full).
• Strong written and verbal communication.
• Leadership and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to exercise mature judgment.

Responsibilities

• Deliver and direct occupational therapy services to birth-to-three clients.
• Perform evaluations and update IFSPs.
• Set treatment schedule and provide mandated services.
• Educate families and caregivers.

Skills

ACOTE OT Degree

NBCOT Registration

State OT License

EI Credential

Communication Skills

Leadership

Customer Relationships

Problem Solving

Empathy & Respect

High Caseload Experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy

Job description

Overview

$3,000 Sign On Bonus Offered!

Powerback Pediatrics offers high-quality early intervention services for infants and toddlers in natural environments, serving the Greater Chicago area!

Why Powerback?

• Benefits: We offer Medical, Dental, and Vision plans to Full-Time team members. We offer Dental and Vision to Part-Time team members.
• Paid Time Off: We offer generous paid time off to Full-Time and Part-Time team members.
• Support for New Grads: Our Powerback Clinical Mentorship Program kicks off on day one, helping you learn from the best in the field.
• Continuing Education: Keep growing with free CEUs through Medbridge
• Travel Program: Our Journey Travel Program allows you to work across the U.S. with the security of a full-time role
• Perks at Powerback: Enjoy exclusive discounts on a variety of services. Earn rewards through our PowerZone Employee Recognition Program, and expand your expertise with our Clinicians in Action professional development program.

Responsibilities

Our Early Intervention Occupational Therapists provide and direct occupational

therapy services to children aged birth to three, including assessment, treatment, program planning and

implementation, related documentation, and communication. Functions under physician’s orders.

• Provides occupational therapy services to children aged birth to three.
• Performs evaluations and assessments and makes updates to the IFSP.
• Establishes treatment schedule and delivers services as mandated in the IFSP.
• Participates in family and caregiver education.

Qualifications

• They must have a Bachelor’s degree in an occupational therapy curriculum accredited by ACOTE standards.
• They must have initial registration from the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy.
• The Occupational Therapist must hold a valid and unencumbered occupational therapy license as required in the state of practice.
• Early Intervention Temporary or Full Credential.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Effective leadership and customer relationship skills.
• Ability to exercise mature judgment with initiative in analyzing and solving problems.
• Treats all clients with dignity, compassion, empathy and respect.
• Proven track record with high volume workloads.

Posted Salary Range

USD $52.00 - USD $56.00 /Hr.

Bonus

USD $3,000.00