Dynamic Physical Therapist Transforming Patient Recovery

Northwell Career Site; Syosset (NY); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwell seeks a licensed Physical Therapist to evaluate and treat patients per physician prescriptions. You will maintain medical records and contribute to team-based care in a fast-paced clinical setting.

The role requires NYS PT licensure, a possible outpatient limited permit, and up to 3 years of relevant experience. You will participate in quality reviews, emergency procedures, and family conferences as part of comprehensive patient management.

Qualifications

• Doctoral degree in Physical Therapy or equivalent.
• Current License to practice as a Physical Therapist in New York State.
• Current limited permit to practice as a Physical Therapist in New York State (outpatient).
• Eligible for NYS 90-day post-doctoral exemption under direct on-site supervision; permits required.
• 0–3 years of relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Administers direct patient care per prescription of referring physician.
• Utilizes evaluation techniques with efficiency and thoroughness.
• Designs a treatment program to achieve goals.
• Monitors patient tolerance and modifies treatment as needed.
• Responds to department emergency procedures for patient safety.
• Submits required documentation per department policies.
• Participates in quality improvement chart reviews and activities.
• Attends family meetings with inter-disciplinary staff.

Skills

Patient care

Clinical evaluation

Treatment planning

Documentation

Emergency response

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Education

Doctoral Degree in Physical Therapy

Job description

Northwell seeks a licensed Physical Therapist to evaluate and treat patients per physician prescriptions. You will maintain medical records and contribute to team-based care in a fast-paced clinical setting.

The role requires NYS PT licensure, a possible outpatient limited permit, and up to 3 years of relevant experience. You will participate in quality reviews, emergency procedures, and family conferences as part of comprehensive patient management.