Full Time - Physical Therapist - Floater

Northwell • Village of Westbury, NY

3d • $85,090 - $147,220

About The Position

The Physical Therapist evaluates and treats patients with disabilities, injuries, and/or diseases using physical, chemical, and mechanical means in accordance with a written and signed prescription and/or referral from a state-licensed physician or authorized practitioner. The role maintains complete medical records for each patient. This is a traveling full-time floater position serving Manhasset, Massapequa, Glen Head, Babylon, Bayshore, and Lake Success. It is not a specialty position; the listed specialty is Orthopedics PT.

Requirements

• Doctoral degree in Physical Therapy, or an equivalent combination of education and related experience.
• Current New York State license to practice as a Physical Therapist; alternatively, a current limited permit is required for outpatient settings.
• Alternatively, eligible for the New York State 90-day post-doctoral graduation practice exemption under direct on-site supervision. All state filings for the Limited Permit must be completed before hire, and a current New York State Physical Therapist permit or license is required before the 90-day exemption period expires.
• 0–3 years of relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Administer direct patient care in accordance with the written and signed prescription of the referring physician or other state-authorized practitioner.
• Use appropriate evaluation techniques with efficiency and thoroughness.
• Design treatment programs to achieve established goals.
• Accurately observe patient tolerance and/or status during treatment and modify treatment programs as needed.
• Respond appropriately to established department emergency procedures for patient safety and care when necessary.
• Submit required documentation in accordance with department policies and procedures.
• Participate in quality improvement chart reviews and activities.
• Attend family meetings and conferences and interact with interdisciplinary staff regarding the welfare and management of assigned patients.
• Perform related duties as required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree