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ATI Physical Therapy
Columbia, Illinois

Occupational Therapist

Occupational TherapistFull-Time

Listed compensation

$45-$55/hr

The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed

Ask the employer about call expectations, weekend coverage, nights and shift pattern and time off.

Posted 2mo ago

Job Description

Are you an Occupational Therapist looking to thrive in a supportive, balanced environment? Join ATI, a leader in rehabilitation industry where you’ll be part of a team redefining MSK care. With a mission to deliver exceptional patient outcomes and empower clinicians to succeed, we provide the resources and opportunities to help you grow professionally and personally.

Why Choose ATI? At ATI, you’ll join a team at the forefront of musculoskeletal (MSK) care:

Award-Winning Outcomes: Recognized five years in a row in the Merit-Based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) with a 90% patient satisfaction rate and a 74% Net Promoter Score.

Outstanding Reputation: Our clinics boast a 4.9/5 Google Review Rating across locations, reflecting our dedication to exceptional care.

Certified Expertise: Over a decade of ABPTRFE-accredited programs in Sports and Orthopedic Residencies (a remarkable 96%+ first-time exam pass rate) and Upper Extremity Athlete Fellowship

Research Leadership: Partnering nonprofit Institute for Musculoskeletal Advancement (iMSKA) contributes to the field with 10-15 published papers and 30+ scientific presentations.

Community Impact: Through the ATI Foundation, we support individuals with physical disabilities in our communities.

Clinician Support and DevelopmentAt ATI, we prioritize your growth and success:

Collaborative Care: Work with various specialties and manageable caseloads (90%+ see 11 or fewer patients daily).

Commitment to Work-Life Balance: Reduced documentation time with our proprietary EMR and Patient Management Tool, designed by therapists for therapists to streamline workflows.

Ongoing Learning: Access ATI Academy, structured mentorship, CHT Prep Program, and leadership training, click here to learn more.

Comprehensive CEU Support: CEU allowance and quarterly live development sessions to stay at the forefront of evidence-based care.

Benefits HighlightsWe offer a competitive compensation package with an incentive plan, and comprehensive benefits, including:

Paid Time Off: Generous PTO, holiday pay, CEU, and “Be Well Days” to recharge, prioritize mental and physical health.

Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage: Flexible plan options.

401(k) Match: Competitive employer matching.

Loan Reimbursement: Up to $25,000 in select markets

Childcare Tuition Assistance: Discounted rates.*

Health Savings & Flexible Spending Accounts: Tax-saving options.

Short- & Long-Term Disability: Income protection plans.

Life Insurance: Employer-paid and voluntary options.

Parental Leave & Adoption Assistance: Paid time for new parents and support for adoption costs.*

Wellness Programs: Mental health resources, wellness incentives, and holistic support for physical, emotional, and financial well-being.

Corporate Discounts: Exclusive deals for employees.

And more! Click here for the complete list of benefit offerings

  • NEW 2025 benefit!

Responsibilities

In this role, you will be empowered to make a meaningful impact across multiple domains of life, including social, emotional, and daily living activities, by restoring function or implementing modifications for those affected by upper extremity injuries. You will conduct detailed assessments, develop personalized treatment plans, and collaborate with a team of healthcare professionals to provide exceptional, patient-centered care, helping patients engage in all meaningful occupations.

Qualifications

Degree from an Accredited Occupational Therapy Program

  • Current professional licensure as an Occupational Therapist or license eligible based on the rules and regulations of the state in which you are applying for role
  • Preference given to candidates with strong skills in orthosis fabrication.

CHT- Certified Hand Therapist Certification Preferred

ATI provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. 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.

  • Join ATI and redefine what’s possible in MSK care.
  • Virtual Employee?
  • No

Salary Range

  • $45.00 - $55.00 per hour
  • Location/Org Data: Dept Number
  • 0330

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Patient AssessmentTreatment PlanningUpper Extremity RehabilitationMusculoskeletal CareClinical DocumentationHand Therapy

Occupational Therapist Career Context

In Illinois, the Occupational Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$93k (258 salary observations; 920 listings), vs ~$97k nationally (4,521 salary observations; 25,570 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 ~$104k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $104k in an average-cost state. 62.6% of Illinois clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Of the 40 active Occupational Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 43% have no call, 80% require no weekends.

Occupational Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is up 3.7% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Occupational Therapist at ATI Physical Therapy a 7.2 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as very good. This places the position in the top 10% in Occupational Therapy — ranked against 9,471 active Occupational Therapy listings on WeekdayDoc.

Top Occupational Therapist Jobs

23 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution23 jobs · 19 employers

13
<$105k
4
$105k-120k
2
$120k-135k
3
$135k-150k
1
$160k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks22 jobs · 19 employers

401k / retirement match
95% this job
Sign-on bonus
64%
CME allowance
55% this job
Loan repayment
27% this job
PSLF eligible
14%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

#1

Occupational Therapist (Home Health)

21st Century Home Health Services · Guerneville, California

$130k-$160k
#2

Occupational Therapist

Sentara Health · Norfolk, Virginia

$96k-$141k
#3

Occupational Therapist Matawan NJ

$140k
#4

Occupational Therapist Marlboro NJ

$140k
+ 21 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

median 4.8this job 7.2
Better work-life than 80% of Occupational Therapy listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 9,471 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • On-site

Living in Columbia

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$338k
Median resident rent
$1,128/mo
Residents’ average commute
26 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
95.1
State income tax
Up to 5%
Sources & methodology

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

BEA 2024 · St. Louis, MO-IL metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

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

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About ATI Physical Therapy

Physical, Occupational and Speech Therapists
Bolingbrook, IL
11-50 employees

Benefits & Perks

Generous PTO
Holiday pay
CEU days
Be Well Days
Medical, Dental & Vision
401(k) Match
Loan Reimbursement up to $25,000
Childcare Tuition Assistance