Physical Therapist - New Grads Encouraged
Listed on 2026-10-03
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Healthcare
Pediatric Care
Are you passionate about helping children reach their fullest potential? At Easterseals Joliet Region, you'll have the opportunity to make a lasting impact while enjoying the work-life balance you've been looking for.
If you're tired of productivity quotas, evenings, weekends, and holiday schedules, this may be the perfect opportunity for you.
Why You'll Love Working HereSchool-based schedule during the academic year
Only
20 hours per week during the summer
Starting salary of$68,000+for new graduates, with higher compensation based on experience
16 paid holidays
Two weeks of vacation available from your first day
Earn up to
12 paid personal days each year
Comprehensive
BCBS PPO medical insurance
with no out-of-pocket costs beyond employee premiums
Retirement plan
Continuing education support
Collaborative, interdisciplinary team
Mission-driven organization making a difference in children's lives every day
What You'll DoAs a Pediatric Physical Therapist, you'll work alongside teachers, families, and other therapy professionals to help children develop the strength, mobility, and confidence they need to succeed.
Responsibilities include:
- Evaluate children with developmental and physical challenges
- Develop individualized treatment plans
- Provide therapy services in school settings
- Collaborate with occupational therapists, speech-language pathologists, teachers, and families
- Maintain accurate documentation
- Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings
- Provide therapy services in our summer clinic program (20 hours/week)
- Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) or equivalent
- Current Illinois Physical Therapist license (or eligibility)
- New graduates are encouraged to apply!
- Pediatric experience is a plus but not required
- Passion for helping children achieve their goals
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
At Easterseals Joliet Region, we believe our employees deserve the same care and support we provide to the children and families we serve.
You'll join a compassionate team that values collaboration, professional growth, and maintaining a healthy work-life balance.
Every day, you'll have the opportunity to help children build confidence, independence, and brighter futures.
Come grow your career while changing lives.
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