Physical Therapist (Part Time)

Roswellpark; Roswell (NM); On-site; USD 47,000 - 63,000; Part time

Job summary

Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center in New York State is seeking a part-time Physical Therapist to design and implement individualized treatment programs that maximize patient independence and quality of life. You will evaluate outcomes and adjust interventions to address cancer-related disabilities while delivering patient-centered care.

The role involves educating patients and caregivers, documenting all interventions, and participating in ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• Doctorate in Physical Therapy or equivalent required.
• NY licensure or eligibility required; must obtain NY licensure within 6 months.
• Experience in oncology/acute care settings and EMR systems preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide education to patients and caregivers to support therapy participation and safe discharge planning.
• Document all interventions and communications in a timely and accurate manner.
• Supervise clinical interns and staff as required; participate in ongoing professional development.

Skills

EMR experience

Strong communication skills

Oncology experience

Acute care experience

Education

Doctorate in Physical Therapy

Master's in Physical Therapy + 1 year experience

Bachelor's in Physical Therapy + 2 years experience

Licensed or eligible for NY licensure

NY licensure within 6 months

Job description

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

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.
• Doctorate degree from an approved physical therapy program; or
• 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
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.

Reasonable Accommodation Request

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Our Core Values

RPCIC and HRI are committed to providing an environment where patients, families, employees and community are treated with courtesy and respect. We support an inclusive environment that nurtures the talents, skills and abilities of each individual to embody and reflect our core values: Innovation, Integrity, Teamwork, Commitment, Compassion and Respect.

Historical Compensation Information Statement

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