Benefits:
Health insurance
Opportunity for advancement
Paid time off
Training & development
Vision insurance
401(k)
Bonus based on performance
Competitive salary
Dental insurance
Flexible schedule
Free food & snacks
Pediatric Physical Therapist
Happyian Therapy & Academy is expanding! We are seeking a Pediatric Physical Therapist (PT) to join our collaborative, play-based team. We welcome both entry-level physical therapists and experienced clinicians who are passionate about pediatric care and interested in growing professionally.
We are looking for someone who is ambitious, confident, comfortable participating in community and advertising events, and excited to help grow our pediatric physical therapy department. At Happyian Therapy & Academy, we prioritize mentorship, confidence-building, professional development, and high-quality clinical care.
We offer full-time and part-time opportunities, with both hourly and salary-based options available. There is also an exciting opportunity for the right candidate to grow into a Clinic Director role at one of our clinics.
Position Options
Full-Time
30+ billable hours per week
$68,000–$90,000 annual salary
Full-time benefits package
Part-Time
18+ billable hours per week
Starting at $50–$60/hour
Annual continuing education stipend
Our Approach
We provide play-based, relationship-centered physical therapy guided by DIR principles. Our approach emphasizes:
Sensory regulation
Individualized sensory diets
Child-led, engaging therapeutic activities
Family collaboration and education
Interdisciplinary teamwork
Skill generalization across environments
Development of independence and functional participation
We believe children make the greatest progress when therapy is engaging, meaningful, and built around strong therapeutic relationships.
Mentorship & Professional Support
We are committed to helping our therapists build confidence and develop their clinical skills.
10 hours of mentorship and supervision per month
Supervision reassessed annually based on therapist needs
Paid administrative time
Strong support and mentorship for new graduates
Ongoing collaboration with an interdisciplinary team
Opportunities for professional and leadership growth
Continuing Education
Annual continuing education stipend for both full-time and part-time employees
Opportunities to develop specialized pediatric clinical skills
Potential for advancement into leadership and clinic management
Full-Time Benefits
Full-time employees receive:
Holiday pay
Sick days
PTO accrual
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
401(k) retirement plan
Vacation benefits:
One company-paid vacation after one year of employment
Two company-paid vacations per year beginning after the second year of employment
Qualifications
Current Illinois Physical Therapist (PT) license
Pediatric experience preferred, but not required
Strong interest in pediatric, play-based, relationship-centered care
Collaborative mindset and willingness to work as part of an interdisciplinary team
Strong communication and family-engagement skills
Comfortable participating in community outreach and advertising events
Motivated to grow professionally and contribute to the development of our pediatric PT department
Why Join Happyian Therapy & Academy?
If you are looking for a workplace where you can grow your clinical confidence, receive meaningful mentorship, build strong relationships with children and families, and develop into a future leader, we would love to hear from you.
Join our growing team and help us create meaningful, engaging therapy experiences for children and their families.