Pediatric Physical Therapist – Growth & Play-Based Care

STEPS for Kids, Inc; Sheridan (IL); On-site; USD 15,000 - 62,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay rate

Mentoring and professional development

Flexible scheduling

Hybrid work model

Leadership and growth opportunities

Job summary

STEPS for Kids, Inc. is seeking a part-time physical therapist to serve children birth through adolescence in a family-centered, play-based clinic. The role offers 6–30 hours per week with potential to grow to 40 hours as caseload develops, aligned with our multidisciplinary team approach and emphasis on lifelong learning.

Ideal candidates are energetic, compassionate, and playful, with interest in leadership through program development and growth of pediatric PT services.

Qualifications

• Licensed in Illinois as a Physical Therapist in good standing.
• Experience with birth to adolescence and pediatric neurodevelopmental/neurological/orthopedic conditions.
• Excellent written and verbal communication adaptable to varied audiences.
• Compassionate, dedicated to pediatrics and willing to grow professionally.
• Able to work independently and within a collaborative team.

Responsibilities

• Provide pediatric physical therapy interventions for children.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team and participate in program growth.
• Develop and document evaluations, care plans, and treatment plans.
• Grow caseload toward a full-time position and support family-centered care.

Skills

Pediatrics

Communication skills

Teamwork

Problem solving

Lifelong learning

Education

State of Illinois Physical Therapist license

Job description

STEPS for Kids, Inc. is seeking a part-time physical therapist to serve children birth through adolescence in a family-centered, play-based clinic. The role offers 6–30 hours per week with potential to grow to 40 hours as caseload develops, aligned with our multidisciplinary team approach and emphasis on lifelong learning.

Ideal candidates are energetic, compassionate, and playful, with interest in leadership through program development and growth of pediatric PT services.