OT Jobs in Illinois

OT jobs in Illinois are in strong demand, with active hiring concentrated in hospital systems, school districts, skilled nursing facilities, and outpatient rehabilitation clinics, drawing candidates from new graduates through experienced senior practitioners. Chicago, Peoria, and Rockford are the primary hiring centers, anchored by large employers like Northwestern Medicine, Advocate Aurora Health, and OSF HealthCare, all of which maintain consistent OT openings across their networks. The most in-demand specialties in Illinois are pediatric OT, hand therapy, and school-based practice. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles64
Top employerPowerback Rehabilitation
Top cityChicago, IL
Cities hiring41
Work type46% On-site
Top industryHealthcare

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Advocate Aurora Health
Occupational Therapist (OT) - Home Health-North/Northwest Chicago and surrounding areas
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Occupational Therapist (OT) - Home Health-North/Northwest Chicago and surrounding areas
Advocate Aurora Health
Park Ridge, Illinois
Corporate Training
Learning & Development
Project Management
$35.9 - $57.3/hr
10,000+

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ServiceNow
Sr. Principal Security, Risk, and OT Solution Architect
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Sr. Principal Security, Risk, and OT Solution Architect
ServiceNow
Chicago, Illinois
Software Engineering
Solutions Engineering & Architecture
Technical Program Management
$173k - $303k/yr
Remote (US)
10,000+

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Travel Therapist-OT-Occupational Therapist in Carlinville, Illinois
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Travel Therapist-OT-Occupational Therapist in Carlinville, Illinois
Voyage Health
Carlinville, Illinois
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Public Health
$2,396 - $2,522/yr

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HealthPRO Heritage
Occupational Therapist (OT)
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Occupational Therapist (OT)
HealthPRO Heritage
Belvidere, Illinois
Business Strategy
Compliance & Risk
Consulting & Professional Services
$45 - $50/hr
10,000+

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Trinity Rehab Services
Therapy Program Manager-OT
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Therapy Program Manager-OT
Trinity Rehab Services
Springfield, Illinois
Customer Service
Healthcare Administration
Human Resources

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OT Jobs by City in Illinois

Where Illinois roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Springfield
3 jobs
Harvey
2 jobs
Joliet
2 jobs
Maywood
2 jobs
Naperville
2 jobs
Park Ridge
2 jobs
Bourbonnais
2 jobs
Crystal Lake
2 jobs

OT Job Market in Illinois

A snapshot from current Illinois openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

Powerback Rehabilitation
Powerback Rehabilitation7 open roles
Enhabit Home Health & Hospice
Enhabit Home Health & Hospice7 open roles
EY
EY4 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services
  • Cybersecurity
  • Technology & Software

What Illinois Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in OT jobs across Illinois.

  • Active Illinois Occupational Therapist license issued by the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation
  • Master's or doctoral degree in occupational therapy from an accredited program
  • Successful completion of the NBCOT certification examination
  • Clinical fieldwork experience in a relevant setting such as acute care, pediatrics, or rehabilitation
  • Strong documentation skills and familiarity with electronic health record systems
  • Ability to collaborate within interdisciplinary care teams across inpatient and outpatient environments

OT Jobs in Illinois: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a ot in Illinois?

To work as an ot in Illinois, you must obtain a license from the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation after completing an accredited master's or doctoral program in occupational therapy and passing the NBCOT certification exam. You apply for licensure directly through IDFPR and must maintain it through continuing education. Illinois does not participate in an OT licensure compact, so out-of-state applicants must apply for a full Illinois license.

Which companies hire ots in Illinois?

Employers hiring ots in Illinois right now include Powerback Rehabilitation, Enhabit Home Health & Hospice, and EY, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Illinois's large integrated health systems and school districts generate the most consistent openings, particularly for practitioners with pediatric or rehabilitation experience.

Which Illinois cities have the most ot jobs?

Chicago, Springfield, and Harvey have the most ot openings in Illinois right now. Chicago dominates due to its concentration of major hospital systems, rehabilitation networks, and public school districts, while Peoria and Rockford reflect the strong regional medical presence of OSF HealthCare and large community health systems that serve significant populations outside the Chicago metro.

Are there remote ot jobs in Illinois?

Yes, but they're rare. Occupational therapy is fundamentally a hands-on clinical profession, so most Illinois positions require in-person work with patients. About 54% of ot openings tied to Illinois are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those roles tend to be in telehealth consultation, care coordination, or school-based services where asynchronous assessment tools are used.

How can I get hired as a ot in Illinois with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is applying for new graduate positions at large Illinois health systems, many of which run structured orientation programs for OTs entering acute care or rehabilitation. Advocate Aurora Health and Northwestern Medicine both hire new graduates into inpatient and outpatient settings. Pursuing a school-based role through Chicago Public Schools or a suburban district is another strong option, as those positions often welcome candidates with fieldwork rather than post-licensure experience. Completing your NBCOT and securing your IDFPR license before applying gives you a clear edge over candidates still awaiting credentialing.

Where can I find and apply to ot jobs in Illinois?

You can find and apply to ot jobs in Illinois on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers hiring across the state. Search the listings, find roles that match your experience and preferred setting, and apply directly to the ones that fit.

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