Physical Therapist- Employee and Contractor positions available

About LumiereCome join one of the fastest growing, truly transformative pediatric therapy groups in Chicago. Lumiere Children's Therapy is searching for extraordinary professionals to work in our interdisciplinary therapy setting. We are looking for someone who will grow with us and bring the best they have for the fantastic kiddos we serve.Here is what we will give in return: We offer a competitive salary, a supportive work environment, and positivity and inspiration at the end of long days. We value and will provide in-house training to help support you and hone your skills.About Lumiere Children's Therapy: We work with children with communication disorders, fine and gross motor challenges, emotional disorders, language delays, sensory integration issues, autism spectrum disorders, feeding disorders, and social skill challenges. We believe collaboration across disciplines helps reveal the optimal learning styles and care plan for the children we serve. We also focus on educating families, so they become allies in their child's development and specific challenges.Lumiere Children's Therapy is looking for an exceptional patient-focused Physical Therapist to join our team. The ideal candidate will have 2-3 years of experience and will be willing to supervise incoming Physical Therapists and PTA's. This position will include private client, preschool, and working within private schools.RequirementsPhysical Therapy (PT) Licensure in the State of Illinois2-3 years of experiencePositive attitude and a team playerThe belief that your amazing skill set can make a profound and lasting impact on the children you will work with while at Lumiere Children's Therapy.ResponsibilitiesAddress client's aspects of performance to support engagement in skill developmentSelect and adapt the appropriate per case physical therapy treatment model, method and approach to direct the process of interventionsApply interventions to maximize performance in all areas of needRecommend adaptive equipment and train in its useParen Caregiver EducationObserve, note, and report on progress of long and short term treatment goalsCollect data and document processes followedComplete notes and all paperwork in a timely fashionSkillsProven working experience as physical therapistExcellent knowledge of principles and practices of physical therapyHands-on experience with computer programs and creative mediaFamiliarity with Physical Therapy evaluation toolsAbility to manage patients with different types of personalities and Dx including AutismCurrent knowledge of treatment practices per discipline and drive to continually learn and grow in the professionProfessional behaviorExcellent interpersonal communication skills