Occupational Therapist (Part-Time) - Wheeling, IL

Athletico-Physical-Therapy; Wheeling Township (IL); On-site; USD 83,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

AI Documentation Support

Continuing Education

Mentorship

Leadership Programs

401(k) Match

PTO

Discounts

EAP

Job summary

Athletico Physical Therapy in Illinois is seeking a licensed Occupational Therapist to evaluate, design and implement patient care plans aimed at restoring function and improving quality of life. You will work in a team-focused environment that emphasizes growth and continuous learning.

This full-time position includes AI-assisted documentation, continuing education allowances, mentorship, leadership programs, and generous benefits across 900+ locations.

Qualifications

• Degree from an accredited Occupational Therapy Program.
• Current professional licensure as an Occupational Therapist.
• Current CPR Certification.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and design patient-specific care plans to restore function.
• Collaborate with a team to deliver high-quality care and continuous learning.
• Document care plans and progress in compliance with policies.

Education

Degree from an accredited Occupational Therapy Program

Current licensure as an Occupational Therapist

Current CPR Certification

Job description

Position Overview

About Us:

At Athletico, we believe in the power of support – because a little help can lead to extraordinary achievements. Physical therapyisn’tjust about recovery;it’sabout transformation. Our team thrives on providing life-changing care for our patients, and we know that achieving this begins with taking care of our own.

Our mission is simple yet powerful: Extraordinary people improving lives.

Join us for a conversation to be a part of this awesome team!

Position Summary:

The Occupational Therapist’s role is to evaluate, design and implement a patient’s plan of care and service. Each Plan of Care is created to increase, maintain, or restore function, minimize or prevent disability, and assist patients in reaching their maximum performance levels – ultimately enhancing our patient’s health and quality of life. Athletico Physical Therapy provide our clinicians with a culture of teamwork, continuous learning, and growth.

Unique and Competitive Benefits offered with this full-time position:

• New for 2026!Athletico clinicians are supported by Generative AI Documentation Scribe - purpose-built AI technology that automatically generates compliant clinical documentation in real time, so you can stay fully present with your patients and deliver the meaningful, undivided care they deserve.
• Yearly Continuing Education Allowance, access to MedBridge and Athletico University, and an additional 5 days of PTO dedicated towards your Continuing Education
• Strategic Mentorship programs
• Leadership programs
• Incentives based on quality care and patient outcomes rather than visits per week
• 900 plus locations in 25 states (top notch care since 1991!)
• Residency Programs and more (Athletico will reimburse 100% of curriculum costs!)

Additional Benefits offered with this part-time position. Benefit options can vary based on standard hours worked:

• Medical, dental and vision(eligibility begins day one of employment)(30+ hours)
• Student Loan Repayment Program (30+ hours)
• Retirement 401(k) w/ Per-Pay Company Match
• PTO (accrual startsimmediatelyupon hire) (30+ hours)
• CEU PTO Days
• Physical Therapy/Occupational Therapy benefits as an employee
• Bereavement Time Off & Resources
• Commuter: Pre-Tax Transit & Parking
• SoFi Financial Wellness Tools & Loan Resources
• KinderCare Discount
• HUSK Fitness Resources & Gym Discounts
• Home, Auto, and Pet Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee Discount Program
• Learn more by checking outour 2026Athletico's Benefits Summary.

Qualifications:

• Degree from an accredited Occupational Therapy Program
• Current professional licensure as an Occupational Therapist or license eligible based on the rules and regulations of the state in which you are applying for role
• Current CPR Certification

Athletico clinicians are energetic and service-minded team players who provide exceptional patient care and service. State licenses must be maintained. All compliance standards must be completed as requested.

Athletico provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Salaried ranges listed are for full time (40 hour) employees. Additional pay such as incentive, GAP, overtime, and stipends are subject to the rules of each program and may not be available in all locations. Individual base pay depends on various factors, in addition to primary work location, such as complexity and responsibility of role, job duties/requirements, and relevant experience and skills. Base pay ranges are reviewed and typically updated each year. Offers are made within the base pay range applicable at the time.

Minimum Salary/Wage

USD $83,000.00/Yr.

Maximum Salary/Wage

USD$ 100,000.00 Yr.