Company Profile
Company Overview
Our occupational therapists are at the top of their field. They average more than 18 years of experience and hold the highest level of training for treating hand, wrist, elbow and shoulder pain or injuries. Over half of our hand therapists are certified hand therapists (CHTs), which means they have a minimum of three years of clinical experience, including 4,000 hours or more in direct practice in hand therapy.
Our Occupational and Hand Therapy Mentorship Program is a great way for OTs to continue their education and develop skills in the field of hand and upper extremity therapy. This program continues to advance and promote active learning methods throughout our company.
Company History
Defining Top-Notch Care Since 1991
We started with one therapist trying to make a difference in his community. Our CEO and founder Mark Kaufman was a physical therapist and athletic trainer with a vision to help as many people as possible. He started by providing rehabilitation services for student athletes at various organizations, with his first two being Francis W. Parker High School and Chicago Lions Rugby. Through his work with these athletes, he recognized the need for a dedicated sports rehabilitation and physical therapy facility in Chicago which led to our first clinic opening in 1991. Years later – we’ve opened more than 450 neighborhood locations and added more services to help people of all ages recover from pains, strains and injuries. We employ more than 4,500 expert clinicians, athletic trainers and other team members. In addition to physical therapy, we also provide athletic training, occupational therapy, specialty programs and fitness services to high schools, colleges and professional sports teams. Our expertise also includes evaluating workers’ compensation issues, like work conditioning, job-site analysis and ergonomic assessments.
Everything we do is focused around our core purpose of enhancing people’s health and quality of life. When you choose us for your rehabilitation needs, you will discover our dedication to exceptional, compassionate care.
Benefits
Benefits:
We offer our eligible team members excellent, comprehensive benefits that include medical, dental and vision insurance; paid time off; a 401(k) retirement plan; and more.
Mentorship:
Our physical therapists, occupational therapists and physical therapy assistants can receive extensive, customized clinical mentoring to enhance their careers at Athletico.
Continuing Education:
In addition to our positive culture and competitive pay, we provide generous continuing education benefits to help you provide superior patient care.
Leadership Development and Career Progression:
We nurture advancement and growth from within to prepare our future leaders in the early stages of their career and help team members develop throughout their professional life.