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Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) Meraki Health | Full-Time (35 Hours/Week) | Newton, IL Are you looking for a workplace where you feel supported, valued, and excited to come to work each day? Do you want mentorship, collaboration, creativity, and a team that genuinely loves what they do? We would love to meet you. Why Meraki? Meraki [may-rah-kee] — to do something with soul, creativity, and love; to leave a piece of yourself in your work. At Meraki Health, therapy is more than a treatment plan — it’s connection, movement, laughter, growth, and teamwork. We believe that many of the challenges children experience stem from difficulties with regulation, sensory processing, communication, and motor development. Through intentional, play-based, movement-centered intervention, we help children feel confident, capable, and empowered in their bodies and in their world. We are deeply committed to building clinicians — whether you’re just beginning your career or bringing years of experience — by offering strong collaboration, supportive supervision, and opportunities for ongoing professional growth. Position Overview The Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) works under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist to implement individualized treatment plans that support: • Gross motor development • Strength, balance, and coordination • Functional mobility • Confidence and independence in daily activities Our sessions are active, hands-on, and engaging. You’ll spend your days on the floor, in the gym, on swings, on mats, celebrating milestones big and small. You will be part of a collaborative, multidisciplinary team and supported in developing your clinical reasoning and treatment skills. This Role May Be a Great Fit If You… • Enjoy movement-based, play-centered therapy • Value teamwork and open communication • Appreciate mentorship and ongoing feedback • Are committed to professional growth • Love building meaningful relationships with children and families Requirements • Valid Illinois Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) License • Ability to pass a background check • Strong verbal and written communication skills • Ability to collaborate within a multidisciplinary team • Openness to feedback, reflection, and growth Physical Demands Because our work is active and child-centered, you must be able to: • Kneel, sit (on a chair or floor), and stand with ease • Transition quickly between floor and standing positions • Lift up to 50 pounds independently • Walk up to one mile • Engage in running, jumping, climbing, swinging, and floor-based play • Safely support children on therapeutic equipment What Makes Us Different • Collaborative, multidisciplinary care model • Supportive supervision and mentorship • A culture that values reflection and growth • Meaningful, relationship-based therapy • A positive, team-centered work environment Benefits & Perks • 120 Hours Paid Leave • 40 Hours Sick Time • 14 Paid Company Holidays • 2 Weeks Company-Wide Closure (July & December) • 401(k) with Up to 4% Company Match (100% vested) • Tuition Reimbursement Program • Employer Cost-Shared Health Insurance • Employer Cost-Shared Dental & Vision Insurance • Employer-Paid Short-Term Disability Insurance • Continuing Education & Credentialing Support • Competitive Compensation • Family-Friendly Schedule — No Weekends • Woman-Owned, Clinician Owned, Locally Owned Small Business Employment Details Full-Time Position: 35 hours per week Compensation: Negotiable and based on experience, licensure, performance, and commitment to the position. If you are looking for a place where you can grow, collaborate, and truly make an impact — we would love to connect with you. Come bring your Meraki!