Clinical Physical Therapist — Patient-Centric Rehab

Northwell; New York (NY); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwell Health in New York seeks a licensed Physical Therapist to evaluate and treat patients with disabilities, injuries, and diseases per physician prescription. The role emphasizes high-quality care, precise documentation, and adherence to ADA guidelines.

You'll design treatment plans and monitor progress in collaboration with an interdisciplinary team. Required: Doctoral degree in Physical Therapy, NY license or limited outpatient permit, and 3+ years of experience.

Qualifications

• Doctoral Degree in Physical Therapy required, or equivalent combination of education and related experience.
• Current License to practice as a Physical Therapist in New York State, required.
• Current limited permit to practice as a Physical Therapist in New York State, required (outpatient settings).Specialized certifications, as needed.
• Eligible for the NYS 90-day post-doctoral graduation practice exemption under direct on-site supervision. All state filings for the Limited Permit must be completed prior to hire, with a current Permit or License to practice as a Physical Therapist in New York State required before the 90-day exemption period expires.

Responsibilities

• Administers direct patient care in accordance with the written prescription.
• Utilizes appropriate evaluation techniques with efficiency and thoroughness.
• Designs a treatment program to achieve established goals.
• Monitors patient tolerance and status, modifying the program as needed.
• Responds to department emergency procedures for safety and care.
• Submits required documentation per department policies.
• Participates in quality improvement chart reviews and activities.
• Attends family meetings and interacts with inter-disciplinary staff.
• Performs related duties as required, per ADA requirements.

Skills

Patient care

Evaluation techniques

Treatment design

Observation skills

Emergency response

Documentation

Quality improvement

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

Doctoral Degree in Physical Therapy

NY State Physical Therapist license

Limited permit for outpatient practice

90-day exemption eligibility

Job description

Northwell Health in New York seeks a licensed Physical Therapist to evaluate and treat patients with disabilities, injuries, and diseases per physician prescription. The role emphasizes high-quality care, precise documentation, and adherence to ADA guidelines.

You'll design treatment plans and monitor progress in collaboration with an interdisciplinary team. Required: Doctoral degree in Physical Therapy, NY license or limited outpatient permit, and 3+ years of experience.