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Pediatric Physical Therapist (PT) Department Lead - Chicago
Pediatric Physical Therapist (PT) Department Lead - ChicagoMerlin Day Academy • Chicago, IL, USA
Pediatric Physical Therapist (PT) Department Lead - Chicago

Pediatric Physical Therapist (PT) Department Lead - Chicago

Merlin Day Academy • Chicago, IL, USA
1 day ago
Job type
  • Full-time
  • Quick Apply
Job description

Eyas Landing - Avondale is seeking a skilled and compassionate clinic-based Pediatric Physical Therapist (PT) Department Lead to join our multidisciplinary team of top therapists in Chicago, IL.

Eyas Landing - Avondale offers a unique opportunity to provide therapy through our Merlin Day Academy , a fully integrated educational and therapeutic environment for children ages 6-14 years old with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) , ADHD , sensory processing disorder , and other neurodiverse needs. This is an opportunity to provide evidence-based, play-focused pediatric therapy in a collaborative, innovative environment designed to help children thrive.

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About the Role

As a Pediatric Physical Therapist (PT) Department Lead at Eyas Landing - Avondale, you will provide physical therapy to children and families while overseeing a team of Physical Therapists. 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 through :

  • Providing individualized and group 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
  • Providing mentorship, clinical guidance, and performance feedback to Physical Therapists to ensure consistency in care delivery and growth

Compensation & Benefits

  • Competitive Salary : $80,000-$90,000
  • Comprehensive Health Coverage (Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance) + Life and Disability Insurance
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
  • Competitive Paid Time Off and holiday allowances
  • Generous 401k Retirement Plan with employer contributions
  • Schedule & Location

    Set Schedule : Monday-Friday, 8-4 : 30pm

    Set Location : 3319 N. Elston Ave. Chicago, IL

    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. You'll make an impact by collaborating with a multidisciplinary team in a clinic that prioritizes innovation, evidence-based therapeutic interventions, and growth .

    Please see our full Pediatric Physical Therapist (PT) Department Lead job description attached to this posting, along with details of our competitive benefits package.

    Apply today at threebirdsonemission / careers to join our mission of empowering children with neurodiverse needs to thrive through our relationship-based, family-centered approach !

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