Physical Therapist, per diem - Vestibular

NYU Langone Health; New York (NY); On-site; USD 73,873 - 105,214; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Time-off program

Wellness program

Job summary

NYU Langone Health in New York is seeking a per diem Physical Therapist for Vestibular Rehabilitation. The successful candidate will evaluate physical therapy needs and implement comprehensive treatment plans for assigned patients. A Bachelor's Degree in Physical Therapy and a valid New York State license are required. The role includes responsibilities such as patient assessment, treatment documentation, and student supervision. A competitive hourly rate of $65.00 is offered, along with a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Physical Therapy is required.
• New York State Physical Therapy license or temporary permit is mandatory.
• BLS or CPR/AED certification from authorized institutions is needed.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate physical therapy needs and implement treatment plans.
• Complete documentation for patient care and reimbursement.
• Provide clinical education to students.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Patient evaluation

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Physical Therapy

Master's Degree in Physical Therapy or related field

Job description

Position Summary

We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Physical Therapist, per diem – Vestibular.

In this role, the successful candidate will be responsible for evaluating physical therapy needs and implementing comprehensive, medically prescribed physical therapy treatment to assigned patients in a supervised program of rehabilitation.

Job Responsibilities

• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Initial assessment and evaluation of physical therapy needs for specifically assigned patient populations; reviews medical charts to ascertain important medical information and clarifies referral or treatment orders if necessary for unfamiliar diagnoses. Selects appropriate assessment tools and methods to accurately determine patient status for developing an optimal treatment plan.
• Implements treatment plans and protocols according to current professional and health system standards; establishes achievable and appropriate treatment goals with patient and family; considers a variety of validated treatment approaches and rationales for achievement of patient goals; selects appropriate assistive devices and correctly refers patients to other clinical services.
• Completes all required documentation for patient care and reimbursement, including daily treatment records and documentation in the medical chart as required by department guidelines and JACHO/CARF requirements.
• Participates in clinical education of fieldwork students and other professional educational endeavors; teaches and supervises assigned students in appropriate techniques, skills, and procedures; encourages positive learning experiences for fieldwork and non‑fieldwork students.
• Provides expected patient contact and participates in productivity reports and patient contact analysis as indicated by unit procedures.
• Demonstrates continued proficiency in skills required to treat the assigned patient population.

Minimum Qualifications

To qualify, you must have a Bachelor's Degree in Physical Therapy, a New York State Physical Therapy license or temporary permit, good communication and interpersonal skills, and BLS or CPR/AED certification issued by the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross.

Required Licenses

Physician Therapist Temporary Permit – NYS, Physician Therapist License – NYS

Preferred Qualifications

Master's Degree in Physical Therapy or related field; minimum of two years of experience working with patients with vestibular dysfunction.

Communication Requirement

Qualified candidates must be able to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization.

Equal Opportunity Statement

NYU Langone Health is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration.

Benefits

Employees receive a comprehensive benefits and wellness package that includes financial security benefits, a generous time‑off program, employee resource groups, and a holistic wellness program covering physical, mental, nutritional, sleep, social, financial, and preventive care.

Salary

The salary range for this role is $65.00 to $65.00 per hour. Actual salaries depend on factors such as experience, specialty, education, and hospital need.