Pediatrics Physical Therapist — Elevate Kids' Mobility

Northwell Health; Manhasset (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwell Health is seeking a licensed Doctor of Physical Therapy to evaluate and treat patients in accordance with physician prescriptions. You will design individualized treatment plans, document progress, and participate in interdisciplinary care.

Minimum 1–3 years of PT experience and active New York State licensure are required, with possible specialized certifications as needed. This role involves performing essential duties under ADA guidelines across a hospital-based setting.

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, plus specialized certifications as needed.
• 1-3 years of relevant experience, required.

Responsibilities

• Administers direct patient care in accordance with the written and signed prescription of the referring physician or other State authorized practitioner.
• Utilizes appropriate evaluation techniques with efficiency and thoroughness.
• Designs a treatment program to achieve established goals.
• Makes accurate observations of patient tolerance and/or status during treatment and demonstrates the ability to modify a treatment program as needed.
• Responds appropriately to established department emergency procedures for patient safety and care, when necessary.
• Submits required documentation in accordance with the policies and procedures of the department.
• Participates in quality improvement chart reviews and activities.
• Attends family meetings/conferences and interacts with members of the inter-disciplinary staff pertaining to the welfare and management of assigned patients.
• Performs related duties as required. All responsibilities noted here are considered essential functions of the job under the Americans with Disabilities Act. Duties not mentioned here, but considered related are not essential functions.

Education

Doctoral Degree in Physical Therapy

Current License to practice as a Physical Therapist in New York State

Job description

Northwell Health is seeking a licensed Doctor of Physical Therapy to evaluate and treat patients in accordance with physician prescriptions. You will design individualized treatment plans, document progress, and participate in interdisciplinary care.

Minimum 1–3 years of PT experience and active New York State licensure are required, with possible specialized certifications as needed. This role involves performing essential duties under ADA guidelines across a hospital-based setting.