Jael Johnson

Lead Occupational Therapist · Whitehall Of Deerfield

occupational therapist Chicago, IL

Overview

Level
Staff
Function
Healthcare
Tenure
12 years
since Jan 2014

Experience

Lead Occupational TherapistCurrent
Whitehall Of Deerfield
Since Jan 2014 · 12 years · Chicago, IL

Education

Tuskegee University
Master of Science - MS
2004 – 2009

About Whitehall Of Deerfield

Industry
Hospitals & Physicians Clinics
Employees
100 to 499
Revenue
$50M to <$100M
Office Location
300 Waukegan Rd, Deerfield, IL

Professional Overview

Jael Johnson is a Lead Occupational Therapist, currently affiliated with Whitehall Of Deerfield, based in Chicago, IL. As a occupational therapist, Johnson contributes to patient care, clinical workflows, and healthcare operations in Chicago, IL. They have been with Whitehall Of Deerfield for 12 years. Johnson holds academic credentials, including Master of Science - MS, from Tuskegee University. Whitehall Of Deerfield operates in the Hospitals & Physicians Clinics sector with a workforce of 100 to 499 employees. Healthcare organizations seeking to recruit occupational therapist professionals can use HealthTal to access direct email addresses and personal phone numbers compiled from public LinkedIn profile data and public licensing data in the NPI registry. Direct outreach to occupational therapist specialists consistently yields higher response rates than passive job board postings, particularly for roles requiring specific clinical credentials or state licensure. The Chicago, IL healthcare market offers access to a concentrated pool of clinical professionals, making direct outreach particularly effective for organizations building local care teams or expanding service capacity in the region.

Position in HealthTal Database

  • 35,020 healthcare professionals in HealthTal hold the occupational therapist specialty. Jael Johnson is one of them.
  • 1,118 occupational therapists are based in IL (out of 48,672 total healthcare contacts in that state).
  • 13 contacts at Whitehall Of Deerfield are tracked in HealthTal.
  • Typical occupational therapist compensation in IL: $73,000 – $122,000 (median $94,000). Source: BLS OEWS adjusted for state cost of labor.
  • Top employers of occupational therapists in IL: Chicago Public Schools (22), Shirley Ryan Abilitylab (19), Select Rehabilitation (19).
  • 3% of occupational therapists in IL hold a senior title (Director, Manager, Chief, VP, etc.).
  • 79% of occupational therapists in IL have education credentials on file.

Data refreshed November 2026.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Jael Johnson located?

Jael Johnson is based in Chicago, IL. They are currently affiliated with Whitehall Of Deerfield.

What is Jael Johnson's specialty?

Jael Johnson specializes in occupational therapist. Their current role is Lead Occupational Therapist.

Where does Jael Johnson currently work?

Jael Johnson currently works at Whitehall Of Deerfield. They have been there for 12 years.

What is Jael Johnson's educational background?

Jael Johnson attended Tuskegee University.

How do I contact Jael Johnson for recruiting?

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How do I recruit a occupational therapist?

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What is the average salary for a occupational therapist in IL?

occupational therapists in IL typically earn $73,000 to $122,000 annually, with a median of $94,000. Figures derive from BLS OEWS data, adjusted for state cost of labor. Senior-titled roles (Director, Manager, Chief) and high-acuity practice settings push the upper end.

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