Occupational Therapist Jobs in Illinois
Occupational Therapist jobs in Illinois are open across Peoria, Decatur, and Elk Grove Village and other Illinois metros, with employers like Ivyrehab Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy & Speech-Language Pathology, Pllc, OSF HealthCare, and Carle Health hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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State of Location:
Illinois
Position Summary:
As an outpatient pediatric clinician, you will have the chance to work with many children from birth to age twenty-one. Our teammates are dedicated to the treatment of our young patients, providing individualized one-to-one attention and customized plans of care to meet your child’s needs. Parents and caregivers are encouraged to attend sessions so they can carry skills and home exercises into their child's daily life. Ivy's rewarding work environment allows multi-disciplinary collaboration and mentorship while maintaining autonomy and growth that is specific to each of our clinician's passions and expertise. Join Ivy Rehab’s dedicated team where you’re not just an employee, but a valued teammate! Together, we provide world-class care in physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, and applied behavior analysis (ABA) services. Our culture promotes authenticity, inclusion, growth, community, and a passion for exceptional care for every patient.
Job Description:
Pediatric Occupational Therapist
At Ivy Rehab for Kids, you are not just an employee - you are a valued teammate!
We are seeking an outpatient pediatric therapist, who is a big kid at heart, to join our dedicated team at Ivy Rehab. Let’s come together to provide patients with access to world-class care and outcomes for those in need of physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, and applied behavior analysis (ABA) services. By promoting authenticity, inclusion, growth, community, and a passion for providing exceptional care to every single patient, we provide the resources and support necessary to invest in our clinicians.
Why Choose Ivy?
- Best Employer: A prestigious honor to be recognized by Modern Healthcare, signifying excellence in our industry and providing an outstanding workplace culture.
- Innovative Resources & Mentorship: Access to abundant resources, robust mentorship, and career advice for unparalleled success.
- Exceeding Expectations: Deliver best-in-class care and witness exceptional patient outcomes.
- Incentives Galore: Eligibility for full benefits package beginning within your first month of employment. Bi-weekly productivity bonuses, generous PTO (Paid Time Off) plans, paid holidays, and annual CEU (Continuing education) incentives. Tax free student loan repayment options, sign-on bonus, or relocation assistance.
- Empowering Values: Live by values that prioritize teamwork, growth, and serving others.
Commitment to Clinical Excellence:
We take pride in the extraordinary accomplishments of our clinicians. How will Ivy Rehab invest in you?
- Exceptional Support: Many opportunities for mentorship and peer-to-peer learning. Professional Education Planning (PEP) using specialization road maps.
- Limitless CEU Learning: Live and on-demand subscriptions, free course seats, generous discounts, and annual CEU reimbursement. Multiple in-house hosted courses offered for our pediatric and orthopedic clinicians.
- Growth & Development: Reward and recognition for skill development and professional accomplishments through our Clinical Career Ladder. Multiple leadership programs to provide the tools necessary for career growth.
- Residency Programs: Build your expertise and specialization with multiple program options including pediatric-focused residencies for PT, OT, and SLP. Learn more here!
- Partnership Opportunity: Industry leading De Novo equity partnership model. Fully supported and backed by Ivy, open your own clinic(s) in your local community!
- Patient-First Mentality: Reasonable caseloads so you can spend more time with your patients focusing on their individualized treatment plan.
At Ivy, we foster a culture of lifelong learning. Experienced teammates are encouraged to become certified clinical instructors and mentor students.
Position Qualifications:
- Graduate from an accredited Occupational Therapy program.
- Current or pending licensure as an Occupational Therapist within the respective state.
- Dedication to exceptional patient outcomes and quality of care.
We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion in all aspects of the recruiting and employment process. Actual salaries depend on a variety of factors, including experience, specialty, education, and organizational need. Any listed salary range or contractual rate does not include bonuses/incentive, differential pay, or other forms of compensation or benefits.
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Where Illinois roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Occupational Therapist Job Market in Illinois
A snapshot from current Illinois openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Ivyrehab Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy & Speech-Language Pathology, Pllc25

- OSF HealthCare14

- Carle Health10

- Advocate Aurora Health6

- Ascension6

Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services117
- Consulting & Professional Services4
- Education4
- Non-Profit & Social Services3
- Distribution & Wholesale1
What Illinois Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in occupational therapist jobs across Illinois.
- Master's or doctoral degree in occupational therapy from an ACOTE-accredited program
- Active OTR/L license in the state of employment
- NBCOT certification (OTR) in good standing
- Experience with electronic documentation systems such as Epic or PointClickCare
- Proficiency in standardized assessments such as the FIM, MMSE, or sensory processing measures
- Current CPR and Basic Life Support certification
Occupational Therapist Jobs in Illinois: Frequently Asked Questions
How many occupational therapist jobs are there in Illinois?
There are 127+ occupational therapist openings in Illinois on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Peoria, Decatur, and Elk Grove Village. New positions post regularly as employers across Illinois hire.
How much do occupational therapists make in Illinois?
Occupational therapists in Illinois earn a median of about $99,700 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $73,360 for the lowest 10% to over $132,180 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which Illinois cities have the most occupational therapist jobs?
Peoria, Decatur, and Elk Grove Village have the most occupational therapist openings in Illinois right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.
Which companies hire occupational therapists in Illinois?
Employers hiring occupational therapists in Illinois include Ivyrehab Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy & Speech-Language Pathology, Pllc, OSF HealthCare, and Carle Health, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
Are there remote occupational therapist jobs in Illinois?
Yes. About 1% of occupational therapist openings tied to Illinois are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in Illinois metros.
How do I apply for occupational therapist jobs in Illinois?
You can apply to occupational therapist jobs in Illinois directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred Illinois location, then apply to each one that fits.
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