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Healthpro Heritage
Arlington Heights, Illinois

Occupational Therapist (OT)

Occupational TherapistNo weekendsFull-Time

Listed compensation

$55/hr

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Job Description

  • Occupational Therapist (OT) – School-Based
  • Arlington Heights, Illinois | Full-Time | $55/Hour

HealthPRO Pediatrics is seeking a Full-Time Occupational Therapist (OT) to join our collaborative school-based team in Arlington Heights, Illinois!

Make a meaningful difference in students' lives while enjoying a schedule that supports your work-life balance!

Position Highlights

  • Full-Time: 35 hours per week
  • Competitive Pay: $55/hour
  • Setting: Two middle school locations, serving grades 6–8
  • School Schedule: Enjoy weekends, holidays, and summers off!
  • Generous PTO Accrual
  • Year-Round Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401(k), free CEUs, and more for eligible employees
  • W-2 Employment with traditional payroll tax withholding

Join a supportive team that values your expertise, encourages professional growth, and celebrates the difference you make!

Why Choose HealthPro Pediatrics?

Meaningful Impact: Play a pivotal role in the lives of children and their families by helping them overcome challenges and achieve milestones in speech, physical, occupational, or ABA therapy.

Growth Opportunities: Enjoy continuous learning and development opportunities tailored to support your professional growth.

Collaborative Culture: Thrive in a supportive environment where teamwork, respect, and open communication are at the heart of everything we do.

Commitment to Excellence: Join a team recognized for clinical expertise and commitment to delivering high-quality care and outcomes.

Competitive Benefits Package: Enjoy competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package designed with YOU in mind!

All kids, all in!

At HealthPro Pediatrics, a division of HealthPro Heritage, we say “Yes!” because every child deserves a yes. As a leader in pediatric therapy, we provide a purpose-driven environment where your skills and compassion truly make a meaningful difference for children and families.

At HealthPro Pediatrics, you’ll be part of a collaborative pediatric team with opportunities for mentorship, professional growth, and leadership across our ABA, Outpatient Pediatrics, Early Intervention, and School-Based therapy services!

Responsibilities

Patient Assessment: Patient Assessment: Evaluate clients' physical, emotional, and cognitive abilities using observations and standardized tools.

Treatment and Education: Create personalized treatment plans to meet clients' goals and enhance their functional abilities. Educate clients and their families on improving daily activities, including the use of adaptive equipment and environmental modifications.

Documentation: Maintain accurate records of evaluations, progress, and treatment plans, ensuring compliance with legal and ethical standards.

Advocacy and Support: Advocate for clients' needs and support them in accessing community resources, services, and accommodations.

Qualifications

  • Education: Degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited institution.
  • Licensure: Valid state licensure as an Occupational Therapist, or license eligible

Skills

Strong clinical assessment and diagnostic skills. Proficient in developing and implementing effective treatment plans. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a patient-centered approach.

Physical Requirements: Ability to lift and assist patients as needed. Must be able to stand for extended periods and perform physical tasks related to therapy.

HealthPro Heritage and its subsidiaries provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.

In addition to federal law requirements, HealthPro Heritage and its subsidiaries comply with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company facilities.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure

Key Skills

Treatment planningPatient-centered care

Occupational Therapist Career Context

In Illinois, the Occupational Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$93k (331 salary observations; 1,001 listings), vs ~$97k nationally (5,591 salary observations; 28,673 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-01-01 through 2026-11-01; 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 ~$114k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $114k 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
Work-life score6.0 / 10 · above average in occupational therapyranked against 8,905 Occupational Therapy listingslisting-based score, 0–10
Listed pay$114kOccupational Therapy median $95k (middle half $83k–$106k)652 comparable listings, Nov 2026
Illinois vs national$93k median in Illinois$97k nationally (−4%)331 state / 5,591 national salary observations
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$114k in purchasing powerIllinois index 100.0 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Occupational Therapy listings in Illinois303 active9,115 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 3% remote · 48% no call · 53% no weekends40 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedIllinois Occupational Therapist listings: 17% state a sign-on bonus (median $10k) · 13% offer loan repayment362 active listings, Nov 2026
New Occupational Therapy listings3,199 in the last 30 days1,714 the 30 days before (+87%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Occupational Therapy pay trend+3.0% vs prior quarter—through Oct 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index (8,905 Occupational Therapy listings), BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Nov 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Occupational Therapist (OT) at Healthpro Heritage a 6.0 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Occupational Therapy — ranked against 8,905 active Occupational Therapy listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no weekend requirements.

Top Occupational Therapist Jobs

23 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

23 jobs · 15 employers
7
<$95k
13
$95k-110k
0
$110k-125k
0
$125k-140k
3
$140k+

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

23 jobs · 15 employers
401k / retirement match
100% this job
CME allowance
48% this job
Sign-on bonus
39%
Loan repayment
9%
Relocation assistance
4%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

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Pediatric Occupational Therapist

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up to $150,000
#2

Occupational Therapist Marlboro NJ

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$140k
#3

Occupational Therapist Matawan NJ

$140k
#4

Occupational Therapist (OT) - Santa Clara

From $109,000
+ 21 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

median 4.8this job 6.0
Better work-life than 70% of Occupational Therapy listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 8,905 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • No weekends
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About Healthpro Heritage

Hospitals and Health Care
Hunt Valley, MD
1,001-5,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

Medical, dental, vision
401(k)
Free CEUs
Generous PTO accrual
W-2 employment

Living in Arlington Heights

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$472k
Typical market rent
$1,999/mo
Residents’ average commute
28 min
State income tax
Up to 5%
Sources & methodology

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

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