Part-Time Physical Therapist (PT) - Chicago

Eyas Landing; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 48,000 - 55,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Paid sick leave

401(k) Retirement Plan

Job summary

Eyas Landing in Chicago is seeking a Part‑Time Physical Therapist to provide therapies to children and families in clinic, school, and home settings. You will address autism spectrum disorder, ADHD, sensory processing disorders, and other neurodiverse needs, promoting mobility, motor development, and functional independence.

Join a collaborative team using evidence‑based, play‑focused approaches and families' active involvement.

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid physical therapy license to practice.
• Experience with children or clients with special needs preferred.
• Strong communication and collaboration with families and school teams.

Responsibilities

• Providing individualized therapy for children.
• Using DIR/Floortime, Developmental Treatment, Motor Skills Acquisition, and IRM.
• Collaborating daily with occupational and speech therapists, as well as social workers.
• Documenting progress and communicating with families to support continuity of care.

Skills

Experience with children

Adaptability

Communication

Education

PT credential/License

Job description

Part‑Time Physical Therapist (PT)

1409 W. Carroll Ave. Chicago, IL | 3:30-6:30pm Monday-Thursday, 3-5:30pm Friday; opportunity for 8am-1:30pm Saturdays

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive Hourly Rate: $35-$40/hour
• Paid Time Off and Paid Sick Leave
• 401(k) Retirement Plan: Available for all employees; company match $1 for $1 for first 3% and $.50 for $1 up to another 2%.

About the Role

As a Part‑Time Physical Therapist (PT) at Eyas Landing, you will provide physical therapy to children and families in our clinic, clients' schools and homes. You'll work with individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), ADHD, sensory processing disorder, and other neurodiverse needs. You'll foster each child's mobility, gross motor development, and functional independence growth.

Responsibilities:

• Providing individualized therapy
• Implementing therapeutic approaches such as DIR/Floortime, Developmental Treatment, Motor Skills Acquisition, and Intentional Relationship Model (IRM)
• Collaborating daily with occupational and speech therapists, as well as social workers
• Documenting progress and communicating with families to support continuity of care

Knowledge and Skills Required:

• Required credentials to practice physical therapy
• Experience working with children and/or clients with special needs preferred
• Competencies: proactive problem-solving, results-oriented, worksmanship, resourceful, and clear communicator.

Why Join Eyas Landing?

At Eyas Landing, we provide a supportive, team-oriented culture that allows you to focus on what you love - helping children and families. This is an opportunity to provide evidenced‑based and play‑focused therapy in a collaborative, innovative environment designed to help children thrive.

Please see our Part‑Time Physical Therapist (PT) job description attached to this posting, along with details of our competitive benefits package.