**Overview** **Position:** Occupational Therapist - Pediatrics **Location:** RUSH Kids in Chicago and Orland Park IL **Schedule:** Full time 32 hours with some days until 645PM **Compensation:** starting at $68,000 RUSH Kids in Chicago IL is seeking an energetic full-time pediatric occupational therapist (OTR) to join our fun, collaborative, multi-disciplinary team! This would be a split position with ourChicago (DePaul)location and nearbyOrland Parkpeds center. We welcome new graduate occupational therapists to join our large multidisciplinary team of PT, OT, SLPs, BCBAs, and BTs. We evaluate and treat a diverse range of pediatric patients with diagnoses ranging from sensory processing, emotional regulation, developmental delay, cerebral palsy, genetic disorders, autism spectrum disorders, feeding disorders, visual motor deficits, and more. You will play an integral role in collaborating with other professionals to help our pediatric patients reach their goals and learn new skills. Come join us and energetically make a positive difference in the life of a child! **NEW GRADS WELCOME:** We value mentorship and a collaborative approach to care. New graduates are welcome to apply! **SCHEDULE:** Full Time 32 hour schedule, weekdays, treating until 645P 1-2 nights per week. Potential to expand into 40 hour schedule. Benefits begin at 32 hours. **Why Choose Us** : + Comprehensive benefits package including company matching 401(k) + Mentorship program for new graduates excited about pediatrics + Clinical Support (locally and nationally; speakers and journal clubs) + Industrywide unmatched continuing education program with unlimited access to in-person & online CEU courses, national certifications, and more + 1900 centers in 39 states, offering internal movement + Competitive compensation with annual performance reviews **Responsibilities** + **High Standard of Care:** Understand appropriate state Practice Act and adhere to the laws that govern how OTs may practice and whom they may supervise. + **Collaborative Approach:** Develop objective patient goals and establish the type, frequency and duration of occupational therapy in collaboration with the referring physician. + **Leadership:** Supervise and delegate occupational therapy care for each patient within the guidelines of state rules and federal regulations. + **Personalized Treatment:** Provide comprehensive and individualized treatment programs and complete patient care responsibilities and documentation requirements. + **Innovative Opportunities:** Participate in the design and implementation of new programs or procedures with the approval of the manager and referring physicians per HIPPA guidelines. + **Best Practices:** Stay current and up to date with Occupational Therapy research and employ Evidence Based Practice (RCB, clinician expertise, patient perception). **Qualifications** + Graduate of an accredited school for occupational therapy + State occupational therapist license (or eligibility) + CPR certification + Valid state driver’s license **Additional Data** _Select Medical is committed to having a workforce that reflects diversity at all levels and is an equal-opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment, and employees are treated during employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law._ Apply for this job (https://jobs-selectmedicalcorp.icims.com/jobs/318768/occupational-therapist---outpatient-pediatrics/job?mode=apply&apply=yes&in\_iframe=1&hashed=1374627814) Share this job **Job ID** _318768_ **Location** _US-IL-Chicago | US-IL-Orland Park_ **Experience (Years)** _0_ **Category** _Pediatric Therapy_ **_Street Address_** _2400 North Sheffield Ave_ **_Company_** _RUSH Kids Pediatric Therapy_ **Position Type** _Full Time_