Physical Therapist Per Diem

Spire Orthopedic Partners; Town of Huntington (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent growth and advancement opportunities

Dynamic environment

Access to a diverse network of practitioners

Broad infrastructure of tools and programs

Competitive Compensation

Generous PTO

Benefits package: health, dental, vision, 401(k), etc.

Job summary

A national orthopedic practice is seeking a Physical Therapist Per Diem in Huntington, NY. This entry-level position involves providing evaluations and treatment while ensuring accurate documentation and safe practices. Candidates must have a degree in Physical Therapy and a valid NYS license. Excellent growth opportunities and benefits are offered, including competitive compensation and generous PTO.

Qualifications

• Minimum one year’s experience in Orthopedics.
• Advanced certifications a plus.
• A strong interest in Orthopedics and Sports Therapy.

Responsibilities

• Provides physical therapy services including evaluations and treatment.
• Designs, implements, and modifies therapeutic interventions.
• Maintains accurate and legible documentation.
• Maintains complete and accurate billing practices.
• Practices in a safe manner.
• Supervises assistive personnel.
• Updates clinical skills through continuing education programs.
• Maintains work area in a clean and orderly fashion.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Excellent time management skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Customer service skills

Organizational skills

Excellent verbal communication skills

Excellent written communication skills

Education

Degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited PT/DPT program

Valid NYS Physical Therapy license

Job description

Physical Therapist Per Diem

Spire Orthopedic Partners is a growing national partnership of orthopedic practices that provides the support, capital and operational resources physicians need to grow thriving practices for the future. As a Management Services Organization (MSO), Spire provides the infrastructure for administrative operations that allows practices to operate at their highest level, so doctors can focus their efforts on patient care. Headquartered in Stamford, Connecticut, the Spire network spans the Northeast with more than 165 physicians, 1,800 employees, 285 other clinical providers and 40 locations in New York, Connecticut, Rhode Island and Massachusetts.

Location: Huntington

Hours: Varied

Responsibilities

• Provides physical therapy services including evaluations and treatment in accordance with policy and procedures of state laws and the professional code of ethics.
• Designs, implements, and modifies therapeutic interventions that may include, but are not limited to, therapeutic exercise, functional training, manual therapy (including soft tissue and joint mobilization); physical agents or modalities; and patient‑related instruction (including home exercise program).
• Maintains accurate and legible documentation including but not limited to initial evaluations, SOAP notes and flow sheets for each patient visit; reevaluation (every 30 days or 10 visits for Medicare patients whichever comes first) and the documented discharge of the patient. Documentation will be completed in a timely manner that is consistent with all laws and regulatory requirements.
• Maintains complete and accurate billing practices. Assists front desk in maintaining authorizations.
• Practices in a safe manner that minimizes risk to patients, self, and others.
• Supervises assistive personnel (and when appropriate students) assure safe care.
• Updates clinical skills through continuing education programs, professional contacts, journal articles, and participation in professional organization.
• Assists and participates in in‑service presentations after attending continuing education courses or as requested.
• Maintains work area in a clean and orderly fashion. Responsible for the care and maintenance of facility equipment including reporting faulty equipment and light housekeeping duties as requested.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited PT/DPT program.
• Valid NYS Physical Therapy license.
• A strong interest in Orthopedics and Sports Therapy.
• Minimum one year’s experience in Orthopedics. Advanced certifications a plus.
• Excellent time management skills.
• Strong interpersonal, customer service, and organizational skills required.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• What we offer:
• Excellent growth and advancement opportunities
• Dynamic environment
• Access to a diverse network of practitioners
• Broad infrastructure of tools and programs to enhance the employee experience
• Competitive Compensation
• Generous PTO
• Benefits package: health, dental, vision, 401(k), etc.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an equal‐opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex, or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, protected medical condition as defined by applicable state or local law, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances (referred to as “protected characteristics”). IND1

Seniority Level

Entry level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Health Care Provider

Industries

Hospitals and Health Care