Sign-On Bonus: Up to $15,000
Employment Type: Full-Time, Direct Hire
Shift: Day Shift
Salary: $71,000 - $100,000 (Based on experience)
Additional Compensation: Bonus Eligible
Benefits: Competitive salary, excellent benefits package, and relocation assistance
Are you a passionate Physical Therapist looking for a rewarding career? We are seeking a dedicated Physical Therapist - Float to join our outstanding rehabilitation team. This position offers a dynamic work environment, allowing you to gain experience in both outpatient and inpatient settings. As a Float Physical Therapist, you will rotate between three nearby locations, including Bath, NY, and Elmira, NY, delivering high-quality care to diverse patient populations.
Conduct comprehensive evaluations of patients’ physical conditions and develop individualized treatment plans.
Implement corrective exercises and rehabilitation treatments, including gait training, soft tissue mobilization, ultrasound, electrical stimulation, and more.
Educate patients on proper use of assistive devices, such as wheelchairs, crutches, canes, and braces.
Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans accordingly.
Collaborate with an interdisciplinary healthcare team to optimize patient outcomes.
Maintain accurate documentation, including evaluations, treatment plans, and progress reports.
Ensure compliance with hospital-wide safety protocols and infection control procedures.
Participate in departmental meetings, training sessions, and professional development activities.
Assist in transporting patients when necessary and provide guidance to support staff.
Maintain and ensure proper use of therapy equipment and supplies.
Education: Must be licensed or eligible to obtain a Physical Therapy license in New York State at the time of hire.
Experience: Hospital setting experience preferred but not required.
Certification: Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within 90 days of hire.
Physical Requirements: Ability to lift at least 30 pounds independently and up to 150 pounds with assistance.
Infection Control: Must adhere to universal precautions and hospital policies to ensure patient safety.
Work with an exceptional team of physical therapists in a highly regarded healthcare system.
Diverse patient exposure across both outpatient and inpatient settings.
Relocation assistance available for qualified candidates.
Flexible work environment, floating between multiple locations to broaden your expertise.
Generous sign-on bonus and competitive compensation package.
Nestled in western New York along the Pennsylvania border, Elmira offers a charming small-town feel with a variety of outdoor and cultural attractions. Enjoy hiking, hot air balloon rides, state parks, museums, and concerts in a region known for its breathtaking landscapes. Watkins Glen and Seneca Lake are just 30 minutes away, while Rochester and Syracuse are within a two-hour drive. The area also boasts excellent schools and nearby higher education institutions, including Elmira College, Cornell University, and Ithaca College.
If you are a motivated Physical Therapist seeking a rewarding career with growth potential, we encourage you to apply. Take the next step in your career and make a difference in patients' lives!
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