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 ($<$32 hours).
• 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).