Physical Therapist PT - Chicago

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Chicago, Illinois$74K - $85KFull TimePhysical Therapy

✓ No Call✓ No Weekends

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Job Description

About the Role

Join Merlin Day Academy as a Physical Therapist – No Weekends, Chicago in United States.

Key Responsibilities

provide therapy through our Merlin Day Academy, a fully integrated educational and therapeutic environment f.

provide evidence-based, play-focused pediatric therapy in a collaborative, innovative environment designed t.

provide physical therapy to children and families in our clinic, clients' schools and homes.

provide a supportive, team-oriented culture that allows you to focus on what you love - helping children and.

Benefits & Compensation

Salary: $74K - $85K

401(k) with employer match.

Work Schedule

Full-Time position.

No weekends required.

Apply to join Merlin Day Academy as a Physical Therapist – No Weekends, Chicago.

Key Skills

Physical TherapyPediatric TherapyGross Motor DevelopmentFunctional IndependenceDIR/FloortimeDevelopmental TreatmentMotor Skills AcquisitionIntentional Relationship ModelMultidisciplinary CollaborationDocumentationPatient CareAutism Spectrum Disorder SupportADHD SupportSensory Processing Disorder Support

Requirements

The role requires a qualified Physical Therapist with experience or interest in pediatric therapy and neurodiverse needs. Candidates must be able to implement evidence-based therapeutic approaches and work effectively within a collaborative team environment.

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Position Insights

Work-Life Balance Overview

This Physical Therapist PT - Chicago position at Merlin Day Academy includes the following lifestyle factors: no on-call duties, no weekend requirements. Candidates should review the full job details to assess overall work-life fit.

Physical Therapy — Psychologist Career Context

This Physical Therapy position at Merlin Day Academy is open to psychologist candidates.

Psychologists are seeing unprecedented demand driven by the mental health crisis, with telehealth dramatically expanding access and enabling fully remote practice.

Compensation Analysis

Merlin Day Academy lists compensation for this psychologist position at $74k to $85k annually.

Location & Logistics

This position is based in Chicago, Illinois.

Why This Position Stands Out

No on-call requirements — clinicians are completely off-duty after hours
No weekend shifts — preserving personal and family time
Transparent compensation ($74k–$85k)

Skills, Responsibilities & Benefits

Key skills and qualifications: Physical Therapy, Pediatric Therapy, Gross Motor Development, Functional Independence, DIR/Floortime, Developmental Treatment, Motor Skills Acquisition, Intentional Relationship Model. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Physical Therapy role.

Core responsibilities: Provide individualized and group physical therapy to children in clinic, school, and home settings to foster mobility and functional independence. Collaborate daily with a multidisciplinary team including occupational therapists, speech therapists, and social workers to ensure continuity of care.

Benefits package: Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Life and Disability Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Competitive Paid Time Off, Holiday allowances, 401k Retirement Plan with employer contributions. A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.

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