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Reliant Rehabilitation
Chicago, Illinois

Occupational Therapist

Occupational TherapistFull-Time

Listed compensation

$50-$55/hr

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Job Description

Why Join Reliant Rehabilitation?

Joining Reliant means becoming part of a team that makes a real difference in the lives of patients and residents across a variety of care communities. As one of the nation’s largest contract therapy providers, Reliant offers unmatched clinical support, professional development, and growth opportunities.

Our leadership team began their careers as therapists, and we take pride in promoting from within.

You’ll be supported by a dedicated clinical team that provides ongoing training, proven protocols, and hands-on guidance — ensuring therapy is delivered effectively for patients and in full compliance to support our partners.

With operations in 44 states and more than 900 communities nationwide, Reliant can match your location, schedule, and career goals, wherever your path leads.

What We Offer

  • Competitive compensation packages
  • Medical, dental, vision, and company-paid life insurance
  • 401(k) with employer match
  • PTO Share and Buy-Back Programs
  • Maternity and Paternity support program
  • Continuing education, mentorship programs and clinical leadership development
  • Tuition loan repayment assistance Program
  • Flexible scheduling options

Responsibilities

This Occupational Therapist delivers occupational therapy services to patients in alignment with the principles and practices of occupational therapy and Reliant Rehabilitation’s standards.

Foster positive relationships with clients and facilities while providing high-quality care, including patient screening and evaluation, development and implementation of treatment plans, discharge planning, supervision of assistants and rehab technicians, and case management.

Uphold professional conduct that reflects Reliant Rehabilitation’s commitment to excellence and comply with all applicable state and federal regulations.

Key Responsibilities

  • Enhance patients’ functional abilities through direct provision, oversight, and coordination of occupational therapy services.
  • Provide clinical supervision and consultation to Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants (COTAs).
  • Supervise COTAs and Rehab Technicians during individual and group therapy sessions, ensuring effective resource utilization and skill development in accordance with State Practice Acts, OBRA, and company policies.
  • Contribute to the growth and sustainability of a strong occupational therapy program.
  • Advance clinical and professional competencies through collaboration, self-directed learning, and continuing education.
  • Maintain a valid state license and stay informed on developments in occupational therapy and healthcare.
  • Apply knowledge of relevant billing models and treatment guidelines to deliver care that meets clinical standards and achieves appropriate goals and outcomes.
  • Adhere to infection control and environmental safety protocols within the facility.
  • Demonstrate proficiency in reading, writing, speaking, and understanding English for effective communication and documentation

Qualifications

  • Graduated from an ACOTE-accredited occupational therapy program
  • Holds a current and valid state license to practice as an Occupational Therapist

Please note rate range is an estimate and may vary based on skill set and location(s).

Key Skills

Treatment planning

Occupational Therapist Career Context

In Illinois, the Occupational Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$93k (389 salary observations; 892 listings), vs ~$97k nationally (6,734 salary observations; 25,870 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-01-01 through 2026-10-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.

The cost-of-living index for Illinois is 100.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$109k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $109k in an average-cost state. 62.6% of Illinois clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

What does the Occupational Therapy market look like in Illinois?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Listed pay$104k–$114kOccupational Therapy median $96k (middle half $94k–$104k)26 comparable listings, Oct 2026
Illinois vs national$93k median in Illinois$97k nationally (−4%)389 state / 6,734 national salary observations
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$109k in purchasing powerIllinois index 100.0 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Occupational Therapy listings in Illinois309 active9,313 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 2% remote · 39% no call · 61% no weekends44 benchmarked listings
Occupational Therapy pay trend+1.5% vs prior quarter—through Sep 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Oct 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Top Occupational Therapist Jobs

27 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

27 jobs · 17 employers
12
<$105k
9
$105k-120k
3
$120k-135k
2
$140k
1
$160k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

26 jobs · 17 employers
401k / retirement match
96% this job
CME allowance
46% this job
Sign-on bonus
42%
Loan repayment
15% this job
PSLF eligible
8%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

#1

Occupational Therapist (Home Health)

21st Century Home Health Services · Galt, California

$130k-$160k
#2

Occupational Therapist Matawan NJ

Healthcare Recruitment Counselors · Matawan, New Jersey

$140k
#3

Occupational Therapist Marlboro NJ

$140k
#4

Occupational Therapist (OT) Acute Care

$80k-$130k
+ 25 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

median 4.8this job 4.8
Better work-life than 50% of Occupational Therapy listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 9,301 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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About Reliant Rehabilitation

Hospitals and Health Care
Plano, Texas
1,001-5,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

Competitive compensation packages
Medical, dental, vision, and company-paid life insurance
401(k) with employer match
PTO Share and Buy-Back Programs
Maternity and Paternity support program
Continuing education, mentorship programs and clinical leadership development
Tuition loan repayment assistance Program
Flexible scheduling options

Living in Chicago

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$356k
Typical market rent
$2,342/mo
Residents’ average commute
33 min
State income tax
Up to 5%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.