Physical Therapist (PT) - Chicago

Eyas Landing; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 76,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Life & disability insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off & holidays

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

Eyas Landing seeks a Physical Therapist to provide evidence-based therapy to children and families. The role includes clinic, school, and home visits to support mobility, gross motor development, and functional independence for neurodiverse children.

Requirements include an IL PT license and a Master’s/Doctorate in Physical Therapy, plus experience with autism-related behavior therapy. Growth opportunities and collaborative teamwork are emphasized.

Qualifications

• Active IL PT license (IDFPR) required.
• Experience with behavior therapy for children with autism or neurodevelopmental differences.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized therapy to children and families.
• Implement DIR/Floortime, Developmental Treatment, Motor Skills Acquisition, and IRM approaches.
• Collaborate daily with occupational and speech therapists and social workers.
• Document progress and communicate with families to support continuity of care.

Skills

Autism behavior therapy experience

Collaborative with OT/PT/SWs

Education

Master's or Doctorate in Physical Therapy

Tools

None

Job description

Physical Therapist (PT)

1409 W. Carroll Ave. Chicago, IL | Monday-Thursday, 10am-6:30pm and Friday, 9am-5:30pm; opportunities for Saturdays, 8am-1:30pm

Compensation & Benefits

• Total Compensation Package: Valued between $93,000-$105,000.
• Annual Salary: $76,000–$85,000, based on experience and qualifications.
• Annual Increases: Annual merit-based increases.
• Comprehensive Benefits Packages: Medical, dental, and vision insurance, life and disability insurance, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), and employee assistance programs.
• Paid time off and holidays: Generous PTO, 7 paid holidays, plus 1 floating holiday.
• Growth and Learning: Continuing education and approved CEUs with annual reimbursement increases.
• Professional Advancement: Opportunities to develop skills and take on additional leadership responsibilities, including: Department Head, Department Lead, Onboarder, and Safety-Care Instructor, CPR Instructor
• Mentorship and Supervision: Opportunities to mentor others within your department in addition to student supervision
• 401(k) Retirement Plan: Available for all employees; company match $1 for $1 for first 3% and $.50 for $1 up to another 2%.
• Flexibility For New Parents

About the Role

As a 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:

• Master's or Doctorate degree in Physical Therapy
• Active Illinois Licensed Physical Therapist (PT) license through IDFPR
• Experience providing behavior therapy services to children with autism and/or other neurodevelopmental differences

Working Environment and Physical Demands:

• Ability to lift at least 35 lbs, including but not limited to lifting children, therapy equipment etc.
• Ability to walk and/or run if needed to keep clients safe.
• Ability to implement behavior management techniques, based on training provided by the company.
• Ability to use hands and arms to prepare and perform required therapy tasks.
• Ability to utilize keyboard, desktop, and ipad to complete documentation required for funders.

The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Why Join Eyas Landing?

This is an opportunity to provide evidence-based, play-focused therapy in a collaborative, innovative environment designed to help children thrive. You'll make an impact by collaborating with a multidisciplinary team that prioritizes innovation, therapeutic interventions, and growth.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

Eyas Landing is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. As such, it is the policy of the Company that hiring, training, employment advancement, compensation, benefits, and terms and conditions of employment shall be determined without regard to race, ancestry, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth and medical conditions relating to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), gender (including gender identity and expression), sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, order of protection status, marital status, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, unfavorable discharge from military service, arrest record (or criminal history record ordered expunged, sealed, or impounded), or as otherwise prohibited by law.