Physical Therapist-Per Diem - Clifton Park
Listed compensation
$43.73-$56.58/hr
The week · per this posting
Ask the employer about the work setting, call expectations, weekend coverage and time off.
Job Description
Employment Type: Part time
Shift: Day Shift
Description
NEW COMPETITIVE RATES! Looking for a better work/life balance and reasonable productivity standards with time built into your day for documentation? This position is for you!
Per Diem Physical Therapist – Clifton Park, NY - Outpatient
If you are looking for a per diem position in Outpatient Physical Therapy in Clifton Park, this could be your opportunity.
At St. Peter's Health Partners we invest in your future with industry-leading retirement benefits, including generous employer contributions that help you build long-term financial security.
- Competitive Rates
- Patient and Staff friendly productivity standards
- Mentorship
- Clinical Specialist Options
What You Will Do
As a Physical Therapist, you are responsible for direct patient care. Integrate elements of patient/client management, examination, evaluation, diagnosis, prognosis and interventions in a manner designed to maximize patient’s functional outcomes.
Document treatments and patient progress according to professional, department policies and procedures. Functions as a part of the multidisciplinary team working with patients with a primary diagnosis of CVA, SCI, LE Amputation, Orthopedics, and Cardiopulmonary conditions.
Responsibilities
Formulates comprehensive treatment program by evaluating patient’s past medical history, disease/condition, impairments, disability and functional/developmental status
Prioritize Patient Care Needs
Accurately assess patient’s rehab needs through the continuum of care and provides appropriate disposition, equipment, education and treatment recommendations in a timely manner
Completes all documentation in accordance with professional, organizational, regulatory and facility's corporate compliance standards
All clinical and payer required documentation is concise, pertinent, legible and in accordance with organizational requirements
What You Will Need
Graduate of an approved Physical Therapy program with a Bachelor of Science, Master’s degree or Clinical Doctorate of physical therapy degree.
- Current NYS Physical Therapy license and registration
- 1 year of Physical Therapy preferred
- Must be able to communicate effectively, verbally and written
Pay Range: $43.73-$56.58 Pay is based on experience, skills, and education. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on location.
Our Commitment
Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a degree from an approved physical therapy program and possess a current New York State physical therapy license. At least one year of experience is preferred, along with effective verbal and written communication skills.
Key Skills
Physical Therapist Career Context
Of the 40 active Physical Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 8% are remote, 20% have no call, 65% require no weekends.
In New York, the Physical Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$98k (547 salary observations; 1,931 listings), vs ~$94k nationally (11,498 salary observations; 60,195 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-01-01 through 2026-10-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Work-life score | 5.1 / 10 · above average in physical therapy | ranked against 22,084 Physical Therapy listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| Listed pay | $91k–$118k | Physical Therapy median $98k (middle half $90k–$108k)902 comparable listings, Oct 2026 |
| New York vs national | $98k median in New York | $94k nationally (+5%)547 state / 11,498 national salary observations |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$97k in purchasing power | New York index 107.9 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Physical Therapy listings in New York | 780 active | 22,168 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 8% remote · 20% no call · 65% no weekends40 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | New York Physical Therapist listings: 11% state a sign-on bonus (median $8k) · 22% offer loan repayment853 active listings, Oct 2026 |
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