Physical Therapist (Part Time)

Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center; Roswell (GA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 63,000; Part time

Job summary

Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center is seeking a part-time Physical Therapist in the Physical Therapy department. The role involves designing individualized treatment programs for cancer-related patients, evaluating progress, and adjusting interventions to maximize functional independence and quality of life.

The position includes educating patients and caregivers, documenting care, and supporting safe discharge planning.

Qualifications

• Current license to practice as a Physical Therapist or eligibility for licensure in the State of New York.
• Doctorate in Physical Therapy; or Master’s with 1 year experience; or Bachelor’s with 2 years experience.
• Must obtain New York State licensure within 6 months of appointment; degrees must be from an accredited program.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement individualized treatment programs to maximize patient independence and quality of life.
• Evaluate and modify treatment plans based on patient progress.
• Educate patients and caregivers; support safe discharge planning; document interventions timely and accurately.
• Participate in ongoing professional development; may supervise interns and assistants as required.

Skills

EMR

Management

Communication

Education

Doctorate in Physical Therapy

Master’s in Physical Therapy (with 1 year experience)

Bachelor’s in Physical Therapy (with 2 years experience)

Job description

Title: Physical Therapist (Part Time) Job Type: Regular Company: Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center Department: Physical Therapy Time Type: Part time Weekly Hours: 20 FTE: 0.5 Shift: First Shift (United States of America)

Summary: The Physical Therapist designs and implements individualized treatment programs to maximize patient functional independence and quality of life. This role includes evaluating the effectiveness of treatment plans and modifying interventions as needed to achieve optimal outcomes. The therapist assesses and treats patients with cancer-related disabilities, delivering specialized, patient-centered care.

Responsibilities include providing education and instruction to patients and caregivers to support therapy participation and safe discharge planning, as well as documenting all interventions and communications with healthcare professionals in a timely and accurate manner. The Physical Therapist also participates in ongoing educational and professional development programs and may supervise physical therapy clinical interns and physical therapy assistants as required.

Starting hourly rate is $40.36 which includes a geographical differential of $3.36 per hour. The listed pay rate is the potential compensation for this role. The actual offer may vary based on qualifications, skills, and experience.

Qualifications

• License to practice as a Physical Therapist or eligibility for licensure as a Physical Therapist in the State of New York.
• Education and Experience 1. Doctorate degree from an approved physical therapy program; or 2. Master’s degree from an approved physical therapy program and the equivalent of one (1) year of full time experience in physical therapy or a related field; or 3. Bachelor’s degree from an approved physical therapy program and the equivalent of two (2) years of full time experience in physical therapy or a related field.
• NOTE: 1. As a condition of continued employment, incumbents must obtain and maintain New York State licensure as a Physical Therapist within six (6) months of their appointment to this title. 2. Degrees must be conferred by an accredited school, college, or university, or by an institution recognized by Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center and/or Health Research Incorporated as adhering to acceptable educatio

Preferred Qualifications

The preferred candidate should have experience in a acute/oncology/outpatient setting, EMR, and strong management/communication skills.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Roswell Park Cancer Institute Corporation (RPCIC) and Health Research Inc. (HRI) Roswell Park Division believe that all persons are entitled to equal employment opportunities, and we do not discriminate against our employees, applicants or job seekers because of their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, creed, age, disability, pregnancy-related condition, military or veteran status, marital or familial status, domestic violence victim status, citizenship status, genetic information, individual’s relationship or association with a member of a protected category or any other protected group status as defined by law.

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Welcome

Welcome to Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center, America's first cancer center founded in 1898 by Dr. Roswell Park. As one of the largest employers in Western New York, Roswell has over 3,300 employees, including over 200 physicians and scientists and 400 nurses. It’s a new era at Roswell Park. Leading the way in cancer research, treatment and education for more than a century, today Roswell Park is setting our course for a second century of extraordinary advances in cancer research and treatment. Equipped with the best facilities, the sharpest and most creative minds, and the single objective of curing cancer, we stand on the threshold of historic discovery.