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Shelly Sears

Lead Occupational Therapist

occupational therapist Chicago, IL Chicago Occupational Therapy
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Overview
Level
Staff
Function
Healthcare
Tenure
9 years at Chicago Occupational Therapy
Connections
311
Position in HealthTal Database
  • 35,020 healthcare professionals in HealthTal hold the occupational therapist specialty. Shelly Sears is one of them.
  • 1,118 occupational therapists are based in IL (out of 48,672 total healthcare contacts in that state).
  • 2 contacts at Chicago Occupational Therapy 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 verified education credentials on file.
  • Data refreshed June 2026.

Public records & verifications
  • Verify against the NPPES Provider Registry (HHS / CMS). Search NPPES →
  • Professional LinkedIn profile on file (subscribers only).
  • Data aggregated from public licensure databases, LinkedIn, and verified employer records. Cross-check via the registry link above.
Education
Western Michigan University
Master Of Science
2014
Western Michigan University
Bachelors
2011
Skills
Child Development Learning Disabilities Teaching Therapists Event Planning Microsoft Office Psychology Classroom Cognition Time Management Management Healthcare Public Speaking
About Chicago Occupational Therapy
Industry
Hospitals & Physicians Clinics
Employees
20 to 99
Revenue
$1M to <$10M
Professional Overview

Shelly Sears is a Lead Occupational Therapist, currently affiliated with Chicago Occupational Therapy, based in Chicago, IL. As a occupational therapist, Sears contributes to patient care, clinical workflows, and healthcare operations in Chicago, IL. They have been with Chicago Occupational Therapy for 9 years. Sears holds academic credentials, including Master Of Science and Bachelors, from Western Michigan University and Western Michigan University. Core competencies include Child Development, Learning Disabilities, Teaching, Therapists, Event Planning. Chicago Occupational Therapy operates in the Hospitals & Physicians Clinics sector with a workforce of 20 to 99 employees. Healthcare organizations seeking to recruit occupational therapist professionals can use HealthTal to access verified direct email addresses and personal phone numbers sourced from NPI records and professional licensing databases. 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.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Shelly Sears located?
Shelly Sears is based in Chicago, IL. They are currently affiliated with Chicago Occupational Therapy.
What is Shelly Sears's specialty?
Shelly Sears specializes in occupational therapist. Their current role is Lead Occupational Therapist.
Where does Shelly Sears currently work?
Shelly Sears currently works at Chicago Occupational Therapy. They have been there for 9 years.
What is Shelly Sears's educational background?
Shelly Sears attended Western Michigan University and Western Michigan University.
How do I contact Shelly Sears for recruiting?
HealthTal provides verified direct email address and phone number for Shelly Sears. Subscribe to access full contact details including personal email, direct dial, and LinkedIn profile.
How do I recruit a occupational therapist?
Recruiting occupational therapists typically involves reaching out via direct email or phone. HealthTal's database provides verified contact data for occupational therapists across all 50 states, allowing you to contact candidates directly without going through job boards.
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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