Senior Physical Therapist
About The Position
The people of Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (MSK) are united by a singular mission: ending cancer for life. Our specialized care teams provide personalized, compassionate, expert care to patients of all ages. Informed by basic research done at our Sloan Kettering Institute, scientists across MSK collaborate to conduct innovative translational and clinical research that is driving a revolution in our understanding of cancer as a disease and improving the ability to prevent, diagnose, and treat it. MSK is dedicated to training the next generation of scientists and clinicians, who go on to pursue our mission at MSK and around the globe. Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (MSK) seeks to hire a full-time Senior Physical Therapist at a state-of-the-art cancer treatment center in Manhattan’s Upper East Side. This facility offers the highest standards of comprehensive cancer care in an environment designed to meet the unique needs of patients with cancer and their families. At MSK, we offer world class training within our rehabilitation service focusing on opportunities to develop innovative, therapeutic programs for a diverse patient population. Our highly talented team assists patients throughout their continuum of care focusing on improved quality of life, overall function, and independent management as needed. We are looking for an individual passionate about patient-centered treatment, teamwork, and best practice which results in an exceptional patient experience. Attention to detail, dedication to individualized care, and participation in a team approach is what MSK therapists provide with each interaction.
Requirements
- New York State Physical Therapy license required
- Minimum of 3 years clinical practice as a licensed PT required
Nice To Haves
- Acute care and/or oncology clinical experience strongly preferred
- Lymphedema and pediatric experience beneficial
Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive assessments and reassessments of rehabilitative needs.
- Based on assessment findings, develop individualized patient goals and treatment plans.
- Provide highly skilled physical therapy to patients utilizing evidence-based therapeutic interventions to maximize patient outcomes.
- Collaborate with multi-disciplinary team members, including the patient and their family, to ensure the highest level of clinical services are provided and experienced throughout the entire episode of care.
- Participate in mentorship through various teaching and learning opportunities.
- Engage in projects and activities that support and advance institutional and departmental mission and goals.
Benefits
- world class training
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
No Education Listed
