Licensed Physical Therapist - Patient-Centered Care

Northwell; Plainview (NY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwell is seeking a licensed Physical Therapist to evaluate and treat patients based on physician prescriptions. You will maintain thorough medical records, design and adjust treatment plans, and participate in interdisciplinary team activities.

The role requires a NY state license, a limited NY permit for outpatient settings, and 0–3 years of relevant experience. Responsibilities include direct patient care, using evaluation techniques, and contributing to quality improvement efforts.

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 is required.
• Current limited permit to practice as a Physical Therapist in New York State is required (outpatient settings).
• Eligible for the NYS 90-day post-doctoral graduation practice exemption with on-site supervision; permits must be current before the exemption expires.
• 0-3 years of relevant experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Administers direct patient care based on physician's prescription.
• Uses evaluation techniques with efficiency and thoroughness.
• Designs a treatment program to meet goals.
• Monitors patient response and modifies treatment as needed.
• Follows department emergency procedures for patient safety.
• Completes required documentation per department policies.
• Participates in quality improvement chart reviews and activities.
• Attends family meetings and collaborates with interdisciplinary staff.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Patient care planning

Education

Doctoral Degree in Physical Therapy

New York PT License

Limited Permit to Practice NY

Job description

Northwell is seeking a licensed Physical Therapist to evaluate and treat patients based on physician prescriptions. You will maintain thorough medical records, design and adjust treatment plans, and participate in interdisciplinary team activities.

The role requires a NY state license, a limited NY permit for outpatient settings, and 0–3 years of relevant experience. Responsibilities include direct patient care, using evaluation techniques, and contributing to quality improvement efforts.