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Physical Therapist Per Diem

Vassar Brothers Medical Center

Poughkeepsie, NY

Full-time, Per diem

Posted 14 days ago

Job description

Northwell is the largest not-for-profit health system in the Northeast, serving residents of New York and Connecticut with 28 hospitals, more than 1,000 outpatient facilities, 22,000 nurses and over 20,000 physicians. Northwell cares for more than three million people annually in the New York metro area, including Long Island, the Hudson Valley, Connecticut and beyond, thanks to philanthropic support from our communities. Northwell is New York State’s largest private employer with over 104,000 employees — including members of Northwell Health Physician Partners — who are working to change health care for the better.
 
Physical Therapist (Per Diem, Weekend) – Vassar Brothers Medical Center
Location: Vassar Brothers Medical Center
Schedule: Per Diem – Minimum 2 weekend days per month with some weekday availability
Hours: 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM
Pay Rate: $67.00 per hour
 
New graduates are encouraged to apply!
About the Role
Vassar Brothers Medical Center is seeking a dedicated Per Diem Physical Therapist (PT) to join our weekend rehabilitation team. In this role, you will evaluate, treat, and educate patients across the lifespan — including neonate, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric populations. You will follow medically prescribed physical therapy programs to help patients recover from injury, illness, or surgery, and achieve their highest level of independence and function.
As a valued member of our Physical Therapy Department, you’ll provide compassionate, evidence-based care that makes a meaningful difference in patients’ lives.
Responsibilities
  • Evaluate and treat patients with physical disabilities, traumatic injuries, pain, or functional limitations.
  • Develop and implement personalized therapy plans to restore function, improve mobility, and relieve pain.
  • Educate patients and families on therapeutic exercises, mobility strategies, and recovery plans.
  • Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and the interdisciplinary care team to ensure continuity of care.
  • Maintain accurate documentation in the electronic medical record system.
Qualifications
  • Education: Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program with a B.S. or M.S. in Physical Therapy.
  • Experience: New graduates are encouraged to apply!
  • License: Active New York State Physical Therapist license or eligibility with a temporary permit.
Working Conditions
  • Manual Skills: Requires strong manual dexterity and coordination.
  • Physical Effort: Very heavy effort; may exert up to 50 lbs. of force.
  • Occupational Risk: Some occupational risk due to patient care environment.
  • Environment: May involve exposure to noise, odors, and bodily fluids.
Why Join Vassar Brothers Medical Center?
Vassar Brothers Medical Center is part of the Nuvance Health network, a leading not-for-profit health system serving New York’s Hudson Valley and western Connecticut. As a PT at Vassar, you’ll work in a collaborative, patient-centered environment that values professional growth, teamwork, and quality care.
Working Conditions:
Manual: significant manual skills/motor coord & finger dexterity
Occupational: Some occupational risk
Physical Effort: Very Heavy effort. May exert up to 50 lbs. force
Physical Environment: Some exposure to dirt, odors, noise, human waste, etc.
Company: Vassar Brothers Medical Center
Org Unit: 2106
Department: I/P Physical Medicine
Exempt: No
Salary Range: $67.00Hourly