PT - Physical Therapist

Thisiscny; Village of Liverpool (NY); On-site; USD 52,348 - 68,880; Full time

Job summary

Elderwood Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation is seeking a compassionate Physical Therapist (PT) to join our rehabilitation team at Elderwood at Liverpool. This role focuses on restoring mobility, creating individualized treatment plans, and documenting progress within an interdisciplinary setting.

We offer a supportive environment with flexible scheduling, strong therapy teams, and opportunities to work with both short-term rehab and long-term care residents.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an approved school of physical therapy.
• State license to practice physical therapy.
• Two years’ experience in physical therapy preferred.
• This position requires that the employee read, write, speak and understand English at an intermediate or higher level.

Responsibilities

• Provide skilled physical therapy evaluations and treatments in accordance with physician orders.
• Develop and update individualized care plans and therapy goals.
• Maintain timely and accurate documentation.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary clinical teams regarding resident progress and needs.
• Participate in resident care planning meetings.
• Assist with education and training initiatives as needed.
• Support a safe, respectful, resident-centered care environment.

Skills

Directing others

English proficiency

Education

Graduation from an approved school of physical therapy

State license to practice physical therapy

Job description

PT - Physical Therapist

Job Details

• Requisition ID: 2026-36322
• # of Openings: 1
• Area of Interest: Therapy
• Company: Elderwood
• Location: Elderwood at Liverpool
• Position Type: Regular Full-Time
• Shift: Weekday and Weekend Full-time
• Salary: $38.00 / hr - $50.00 / hr
• Reporting Category: Therapy

Salary

$38.00 / hr - $50.00 / hr

Overview

Physical Therapist (PT)

Elderwood Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation

Restore Mobility. Build Relationships. Make Every Session Matter.

Elderwood is seeking a compassionate and motivated Physical Therapist (PT) to join our rehabilitation team within our skilled nursing and rehabilitation communities.

This is an opportunity to work in a supportive, interdisciplinary environment where therapists are empowered to focus on quality outcomes, individualized treatment plans, and meaningful resident progress - not just productivity metrics.

Why Therapists Choose Elderwood:

• Flexible scheduling opportunities
• Supportive therapy and interdisciplinary teams
• Opportunity to work with both short-term rehab and long-term care populations
• Meaningful patient relationships and continuity of care
• Collaborative clinical environment
• Modern therapy equipment and resources
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package
• Mission-driven organization focused on People Caring for People

What Matters to Our Therapy Team:

• Meaningful Patient Care - You'll work with residents over time and have the opportunity to truly see progress, build relationships, and impact outcomes.
• Collaborative Environment - Our therapists are valued members of the interdisciplinary team and actively participate in care planning and clinical discussions.
• Balanced Clinical Expectations - We understand therapists deliver their best care when supported operationally. We strive for realistic scheduling, strong communication, and teamwork-focused operations.
• Diverse Clinical Population - work with: Short-term rehabilitation residents, Orthopedic recovery, Neurological conditions, Balance/fall prevention, General geriatric strengthening and mobility, Long-term care maintenance therapy needs

Responsibilities

Physical Therapist (PT)

• Provide skilled physical therapy evaluations and treatments in accordance with physician orders
• Develop and update individualized care plans and therapy goals
• Maintain timely and accurate documentation
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary clinical teams regarding resident progress and needs
• Participate in resident care planning meetings
• Assist with education and training initiatives as needed
• Support a safe, respectful, resident-centered care environment

Qualifications

Physical Therapist (PT)

• Graduation from an approved school of physical therapy required.
• State license to practice physical therapy required.
• Two years’ experience in physical therapy preferred.
• Ability to direct others necessary.
• This position requires regular interaction with residents, coworkers, visitors, and/or supervisors. In order to ensure a safe work environment for residents, coworkers, visitors, and/or supervisors of the Company, and to permit unfettered communication between the employee and those residents, coworkers, visitors, and supervisors, this position requires that the employee be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language at an intermediate or more advanced level.

EOE Statement

WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. Applicants and employees are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status or any other protected Federal, State/Province or Local status unrelated to the performance of the work involved.