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Heather Lonkar

Pediatric Occupational Therapist

occupational therapist Frankfort, IL Westside Children's Therapy
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Overview
Level
Staff
Function
Healthcare
Tenure
8 years at Westside Children's Therapy
Gender
Female
Connections
361
Position in HealthTal Database
  • 35,020 healthcare professionals in HealthTal hold the occupational therapist specialty. Heather Lonkar is one of them.
  • 1,118 occupational therapists are based in IL (out of 48,672 total healthcare contacts in that state).
  • 20 contacts at Westside Children's 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), Select Rehabilitation (19), Shirley Ryan Abilitylab (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 July 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
Bachelors
2014
Western Michigan University
Master Of Science
2017
Skills
Customer Service Sales Powerpoint Retail Microsoft Word Teamwork Social Media Team Leadership Visual Merchandising Merchandising Microsoft Excel Microsoft Office
About Westside Children's Therapy
Industry
Hospitals & Physicians Clinics
Employees
100 to 499
Revenue
$10M to <$50M
Website
westsidect.com
Professional Overview

Heather Lonkar is a Pediatric Occupational Therapist, currently affiliated with Westside Children's Therapy, based in Frankfort, IL. As a occupational therapist, Lonkar contributes to patient care, clinical workflows, and healthcare operations in Frankfort, IL. They have been with Westside Children's Therapy for 8 years. Lonkar holds academic credentials, including Bachelors and Master Of Science, from Western Michigan University and Western Michigan University. Core competencies include Customer Service, Sales, Powerpoint, Retail, Microsoft Word. Westside Children's Therapy 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 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 Frankfort, 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 Heather Lonkar located?
Heather Lonkar is based in Frankfort, IL. They are currently affiliated with Westside Children's Therapy.
What is Heather Lonkar's specialty?
Heather Lonkar specializes in occupational therapist. Their current role is Pediatric Occupational Therapist.
Where does Heather Lonkar currently work?
Heather Lonkar currently works at Westside Children's Therapy. They have been there for 8 years.
What is Heather Lonkar's educational background?
Heather Lonkar attended Western Michigan University and Western Michigan University.
How do I contact Heather Lonkar for recruiting?
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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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