Per Diem Physical Therapist - NYU Langone Orthopedic Hospital Weekends & Holidays, Weekdays As Needed 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM

NYU Langone Health • New York, NY

9d • $65 - $65 • Onsite

About The Position

NYU Langone Orthopedic Hospital at NYU Langone Health is a leading specialty hospital focused on musculoskeletal diseases, offering advanced orthopedic programs and the largest pediatric orthopedic program in New York City. It is consistently ranked among the top orthopedic centers nationwide. The hospital employs expert physicians who combine experience, research, and technology for bone and joint problems. They specialize in Orthopedic Surgery, Rheumatology, Neurology, and Radiology. NYU Langone Health values equity and inclusion, aiming to be a place where diverse faculty, staff, and students can thrive.

This position is for a Per Diem Physical Therapist responsible for evaluating patient needs and implementing medically prescribed physical therapy treatments within a supervised rehabilitation program.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Physical Therapy.
• New York State Physical Therapy License or temporary permit.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• BLS certification (Issued by the American Heart Association-AHA, or the American Red Cross-ARC) OR CPR/AED certification (issued by the American Heart Association-AHA, or the American Red Cross-ARC) is required upon entry to the position.
• Qualified candidates must be able to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization.

Nice To Haves

• Master's Degree in Physical Therapy or related field.

Responsibilities

• Participates in the clinical education of Fieldwork students and other professional educational endeavors, teaching and supervising them in appropriate techniques, skills, and procedures.
• Demonstrates a genuine interest in assisting students in enhancing their knowledge and skill levels and encourages positive learning experiences for Career Opportunity Students and other Non-Fieldwork students.
• Responsible for a certain level of patient care productivity as indicated by individual Unit Procedures, demonstrating the ability to provide expected patient contact.
• Demonstrates continued proficiency in skills required to treat the assigned patient population.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Conducts initial assessments and evaluations of Physical Therapy needs for assigned patient populations, reviewing medical charts and clarifying referral orders.
• Selects appropriate assessment tools and methods to determine patient status and develop optimal treatment plans, demonstrating effective clinical decision-making and adapting plans as needed.
• Implements treatment plans and protocols according to current professional and health system standards, establishing achievable goals with patients and families.
• Considers a variety of validated treatment approaches and rationales for achieving patient goals.
• Selects appropriate technical aids/assistive devices and refers patients to other clinical services as needed.
• Assesses educational needs of patients and families and implements various methods for patient/family education and training during the rehabilitation process.
• Completes all required documentation for patient care and reimbursement, including daily treatment records, in accordance with Department guidelines and JACHO/CARF requirements, using appropriate medical and clinical terminology.

Benefits

• Financial security benefits
• Generous time-off program
• Employee resource groups for peer support
• Holistic employee wellness program focusing on physical, mental, nutritional, sleep, social, financial, and preventive care.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level