Job Description
About the job Pediatric Physical Therapist
Pediatric Physical Therapist | Join Our Heart-Forward Team in Chicago!
Location: Chicago, Illinois.
Salary Range: $75,000 $90,000.
Job Type: Full-Time preferred (part-time considered).
WellTech Partners is collaborating with a privately owned, community-focused, physical therapy clinic in Chicago that is seeking a full-time therapist. This is a team of passionate, dedicated and hardworking therapists that provide high-quality pediatric physical therapy from infancy through adolescence. Our mission is to support children and families with compassionate, evidence-based care in a playful, positive, and family-centered environment.
We believe therapy should be joyful, motivating, and meaningful, supporting each child's growth while empowering caregivers along the way. If you are a collaborative, heart-forward therapist who loves seeing kids thrive, we'd love to meet you!
The Role: Your Mission We are seeking a
Pediatric Physical Therapist to join our team and provide 1:1 care in a supportive, child-centered outpatient clinic. The ideal candidate is
compassionate, creative, and eager to partner with families, caregivers, and fellow clinicians.
- Schedule: Full-time preferred (30 -32 clinical hours/week).
- Part-time considered if the right fit ($
- Flexibility to support after-school/evenings is a plus.
- Start Date: ASAP
Responsibilities - Deliver Direct Care: Provide 1:1 direct patient care for full treatment sessions, focusing on play-based, evidence-driven therapy that supports children across home, school, and community settings.
- Comprehensive Assessment: Conduct comprehensive evaluations and assessments for children with developmental delays and physical conditions.
- Individualized Planning: Develop and implement individualized treatment plans tailored to each child's goals.
- Collaboration: Collaborate closely with families, caregivers, and interdisciplinary providers.
- Clinical Excellence: Maintain detailed, timely clinical documentation and progress notes ( EMR: EnableDoc ).
Who we're looking for: Clinicians who leads with heart and curiosity, and thrive in a collaborative, positive setting that are:
- Compassionate and empathetic.
- Team-oriented and collaborative.
- Flexible and adaptable.
- Creative and child-centered in approach.
Qualifications - Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) or Master's in PT degree.
- A genuine passion for pediatrics is required ( New graduates welcome ).
- Pediatric clinical experience or fieldwork strongly preferred.
- Manual therapy, neuromuscular, orthopedic, or developmental background a plus.
- Experience communicating effectively with families and caregivers
Why Join Our Team? - Supportive Culture: Warm, supportive practice environment with open communication and shared problem-solving.
- Quality Focused: 1:1 treatment model with no high-volume turnover.
- Growth Opportunity: Opportunity to help shape and grow a dynamic pediatric program.
- Collaborative Environment: Family-centered, play-based setting designed for success.
Compensation & Benefits - Competitive Compensation: Salary range of $75,000 $90,000 depending on experience.
- Benefits: May include:
- Generous Paid Time Off (PTO).
- Health benefits options.
- Professional development and CEU support.
- Retirement program options.
- Incentives: Potential for a Sign-On Bonus (TBD).
Job Tags
Full time, Part time, Immediate start, Relocation package, Flexible hours, Afternoon shift,