Physical Therapist

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 - Full Time - Poughkeepsie-21 Reade Place - Vassar

Varying shifts Monday- Thursday 7:00am

• 6:30pm Friday 7:00am
• 4:30 pm

Required: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited physical therapy program.

Preferred: Master’s or Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree.

New graduates encouraged to apply.

Position Summary

As a Physical Therapist, you will evaluate, treat, and educate patients with disabilities, injuries, pain, disease, or dysfunction. Using evidence-based methods, you will develop personalized treatment plans to help patients achieve their maximum functional potential. Your work will directly impact patients’ quality of life and ability to participate fully in their communities.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver direct patient care following physician-prescribed physical therapy programs.
• Evaluate patients, establish treatment goals, and develop effective treatment plans.
• Provide age-appropriate physical therapy interventions for a wide range of patients.
• Prioritize caseloads and manage treatment schedules efficiently.
• Monitor patient progress, modify treatment plans as needed, and consult with physicians when necessary.
• Educate patients, families, and caregivers on treatment techniques and home exercise programs.
• Document patient progress accurately for medical records, insurance, and continuity of care.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary hospital staff to ensure quality, cost-effective care.

Education & Experience

• Required: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited physical therapy program.
• Preferred: Master’s or Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree.
• New graduates encouraged to apply.

Licenses & Certifications

Active New York State Physical Therapist License or eligibility with a temporary permit.

Working Conditions

• Manual dexterity required for patient care and therapeutic procedures.
• Exposure to occupational risks, including dirt, odors, noise, and human waste.

Physical demands include lifting and exerting up to 50 lbs. regularly.

Attach Job Description

Working Conditions

• Manual: significant manual skills/motor coord & finger dexterity
• Occupational: Significant occupational risk

Physical Effort

• Physical Environment: Some exposure to dirt, odors, noise, human waste, etc.
• Company: Vassar Brothers Medical Center
• Org Unit: 1298
• Department: Physical Therapy South Ave
• Exempt: Yes
• Salary Range: $41.00 - $76.16 Hourly