Per Diem Physical Therapist – Patient-Centered Rehab

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

Job summary

Northwell Health in New York State seeks a licensed Physical Therapist to evaluate and treat patients in accordance with physician prescriptions. You will maintain complete medical records and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to optimize patient outcomes.

The role requires a Doctoral Degree in Physical Therapy, NY licensure (or limited permit for outpatient settings) and 3+ years of relevant experience, with adherence to ADA guidelines and strong documentation practices.

Qualifications

• Doctoral degree in Physical Therapy required.
• Current New York State license to practice as a Physical Therapist required.
• Limited permit may be required for outpatient settings.
• Eligibility for NYS 90-day post-doctoral graduation practice exemption.
• 3+ years of relevant experience required.

Responsibilities

• Administers direct patient care per physician prescription.
• Utilizes evaluation techniques with efficiency and thoroughness.
• Designs a treatment program to achieve goals.
• Makes observations and modifies treatment as needed.
• Responds to department emergency procedures for patient safety.
• Submits documentation per department policies.
• Participates in quality improvement chart reviews.
• Attends family meetings and interfaces with inter-disciplinary staff.
• Performs related duties; all essential under ADA.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Patient care

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

Doctoral Degree in Physical Therapy

State License to practice as a Physical Therapist in NY

Limited permit for NY outpatient settings

Eligibility for NYS 90-day post-doc exemption

Job description

Northwell Health in New York State seeks a licensed Physical Therapist to evaluate and treat patients in accordance with physician prescriptions. You will maintain complete medical records and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to optimize patient outcomes.

The role requires a Doctoral Degree in Physical Therapy, NY licensure (or limited permit for outpatient settings) and 3+ years of relevant experience, with adherence to ADA guidelines and strong documentation practices.