Physical Therapist

Great Bay Staffing Group • Elmira, NY

6d

About The Position

Provide physical therapy services across three nearby client locations in the Southern Finger Lakes region of New York State, working with outpatient and inpatient populations. This full-time, day-shift float position involves patient-centered care across diverse clinical settings and collaboration with an interdisciplinary treatment team. Care is provided across the lifespan, from neonates to geriatric patients.

The role includes evaluating patients and creating individualized treatment programs; delivering physical therapy interventions; instructing patients in the use of assistive devices; documenting evaluations, treatment plans, progress, and discharge; and coordinating care with physicians, nursing staff, and interdisciplinary colleagues. The Physical Therapist also guides support staff, participates in quality, safety, and infection-control activities, maintains department equipment and supplies, attends meetings, assists with patient transport as needed, and pursues ongoing professional development.

Requirements

• Licensed to practice physical therapy in New York State, or eligible to obtain licensure at time of hire.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within 90 days of hire.
• Ability to lift at least 30 pounds independently and 150 pounds with assistance.
• Commitment to patient-centered care, teamwork, and open communication.

Nice To Haves

• Hospital setting experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Interview and evaluate patients and develop individualized corrective exercise and treatment programs.
• Deliver physical therapy interventions, including therapeutic exercise, gait training, soft tissue mobility, manual therapy, ultrasound, electrical stimulation, and traction.
• Instruct patients on the proper use of assistive devices, including wheelchairs, crutches, canes, braces, and prosthetic appliances.
• Prepare documentation, including evaluation results, treatment plans, progress reports, and discharge summaries.
• Communicate with physicians, nursing staff, and interdisciplinary team members to coordinate care and recommend program modifications based on patient progress.
• Provide guidance to support staff assisting with patient care.
• Participate in department quality initiatives, safety protocols, and infection-control measures.
• Maintain department equipment and supplies.
• Attend required meetings and committees and assist with patient transport as needed.
• Provide age-appropriate care across patient populations, from neonates to geriatric patients.
• Pursue professional development through educational programs, current literature, in-service meetings, and workshops.

Benefits

• Up to $15,000 sign-on bonus
• Relocation assistance
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Generous paid time off and holidays
• Retirement plan with employer contribution
• Tuition assistance and continuing education support
• Employee wellness programs
• Opportunities for advancement throughout the system
• Supportive rehab team emphasizing collaboration, professional growth, and mentorship

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed