Pediatric Physical Therapist - Play-Based Care + Leadership Path

HAPPYIAN LLC; Schiller Park (IL); On-site; USD 68,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Training & development

Vision insurance

401(k)

Bonus based on performance

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Flexible schedule

Free food & snacks

Job summary

Happyian Therapy & Academy is expanding its pediatric physical therapy team in Illinois. We seek a Pediatric Physical Therapist (PT) to join a collaborative, play-based group with opportunities for both entry-level and experienced clinicians.

We value ambition, confidence, and community involvement, offering full-time and part-time roles with competitive compensation and a strong mentorship culture that supports professional development.

Qualifications

• Illinois PT license is required and current.
• Pediatric experience preferred, but not required.
• Play-based, relationship-centered care approach.
• Collaborative mindset within an interdisciplinary team.
• Strong communication and family engagement skills.
• Willingness to participate in community outreach and advertising events.
• Motivated to grow professionally and contribute to pediatric PT department.

Responsibilities

• Provide pediatric physical therapy using play-based, DIR-guided approaches.
• Collaborate with families and interdisciplinary team to plan and implement care.
• Engage in community outreach and advertising events to promote services.
• Support development of independence and functional participation for children.
• Mentor and support new graduates and junior therapists as needed.

Skills

Pediatric care

Play-based therapy

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Family engagement

Community outreach

Professional growth

Education

Licensed Physical Therapist (PT) in Illinois

Job description

Happyian Therapy & Academy is expanding its pediatric physical therapy team in Illinois. We seek a Pediatric Physical Therapist (PT) to join a collaborative, play-based group with opportunities for both entry-level and experienced clinicians.

We value ambition, confidence, and community involvement, offering full-time and part-time roles with competitive compensation and a strong mentorship culture that supports professional development.