Pediatric Occupational Therapist OT

Pediatric Occupational Therapist (OT)

BK Kids Pediatric Therapy – Joliet, ILFull-Time | 4-Day Work WeekSalary: $70,000–$90,000 per year

BK Kids Pediatric Therapy is looking for an experienced Pediatric Occupational Therapist to join our growing, family-owned pediatric therapy clinic in Joliet, Illinois.

We built BK Kids with therapists in mind. Our goal is to provide excellent care to children and families while creating a work environment where therapists have the time, support, and schedule they need to enjoy their careers long-term.

If you're looking for pediatric OT without the traditional five-day work week, documentation at home, and constant pressure to squeeze more patients into your schedule, we'd love to meet you.

Why You'll Love Working at BK Kids

4-Day Work WeekWork four 10-hour days and enjoy a consistent three-day weekend.

100% Employer-Paid Health, Dental & Vision Insurance

Built-In Documentation TimeReceive 1.5 hours of paid documentation time each workday so notes, evaluations, reports, and parent communication can be completed during your scheduled hours—not at home.

Paid LunchA 30-minute paid lunch is built into your workday.

Paid Time Off

• 2 weeks PTO
• Paid holidays
• Sick time
• Floating holiday
• Consistent three-day weekends

Professional Development

• Annual continuing education stipend
• Licensure renewal reimbursement
• Opportunities for professional growth and advanced training

About the Position

Our Occupational Therapists work with children and young adults from birth through age 21 in a fun, supportive, play-based environment.

Treatment areas may include:

• Sensory processing and regulation
• Fine motor and hand skills
• Reflex integration
• Coordination, balance, and strength
• Visual-motor and visual-perceptual skills
• Executive functioning and attention
• Emotional regulation
• Activities of daily living
• School readiness and functional participation

Our clinic provides therapists with the freedom to use their clinical judgment and develop individualized treatment plans based on each child's needs.

Schedule

This is a full-time, 4-day-per-week position consisting of four 10-hour days.

Typical hours are approximately:

8:00 AM–6:00 PMor8:30 AM–6:30 PM

We work collaboratively with therapists on scheduling whenever possible.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of pediatric Occupational Therapy experience required; 3+ years preferred
• Active Illinois Occupational Therapy license or eligibility for Illinois licensure
• Experience evaluating and treating pediatric clients
• Strong clinical reasoning and documentation skills
• Ability to communicate effectively with parents and caregivers
• Ability to work independently while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team

This position is intended for an experienced pediatric therapist and is not currently open to new graduates.

Who We're Looking For

We'd love to find an OT who:

• Truly enjoys working with children and families
• Values parent education and home carryover
• Wants autonomy and flexibility in their clinical approach
• Enjoys a collaborative, small-clinic environment
• Wants to continue developing their pediatric clinical skills
• Values work-life balance and a supportive workplace
• Is interested in opportunities for growth as our clinic continues to expand

Compensation

$70,000–$90,000 annually, based on pediatric experience, qualifications, and overall fit.

About BK Kids Pediatric Therapy

BK Kids Pediatric Therapy is a locally owned pediatric therapy clinic in Joliet, IL providing Occupational Therapy and Speech Therapy to children and young adults.

We're intentionally building a clinic where therapists can provide excellent care without sacrificing their own quality of life. We believe supported therapists provide better therapy, and we're committed to growing our clinic without losing that philosophy.

If you're an experienced pediatric OT looking for a 4-day work week, 100% employer-paid health/dental/vision insurance, dedicated documentation time, generous PTO, and a therapist-focused environment, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today to learn more about joining BK Kids Pediatric Therapy.

Pay: $33.65 - $43.25 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

• Continuing education credits
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• License reimbursement
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person