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Clifton Park, New York

Physical Therapist-Per Diem - Clifton Park

Physical TherapistNo nightsPer Diem

Listed compensation

$43.73-$56.58/hr

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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

RehabilitationClinical documentationCardiopulmonary carePatient assessmentTreatment planning

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.

What does the Physical Therapy market look like in New York?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Work-life score5.1 / 10 · above average in physical therapyranked against 22,084 Physical Therapy listingslisting-based score, 0–10
Listed pay$91k–$118kPhysical 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 powerNew York index 107.9 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Physical Therapy listings in New York780 active22,168 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 8% remote · 20% no call · 65% no weekends40 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedNew York Physical Therapist listings: 11% state a sign-on bonus (median $8k) · 22% offer loan repayment853 active listings, Oct 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index (22,084 Physical Therapy listings), BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Oct 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Top contract/1099 Physical Therapist Jobs

40 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

15 jobs
4
<$100k
3
$100k-120k
2
$120k-140k
6
$140k-160k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

21 jobs
401k / retirement match
95% this job
CME allowance
52%
Loan repayment
14%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

#1

Home Health Physical Therapist (PT) – PRNPer Diem

Concierge Home Care · St. Cloud, Florida

$70-$100/hr
#2

Home Care Physical Therapist- Independent Contractor (Union County)Contract

US Physical Therapy · Union County, New Jersey

$74-$95/hr
#3

Home Care Physical Therapist- Per Diem (Ocean County)

$72-$95/hr
#4

Home Care Physical Therapist- Per Diem (Bergen County)

$72-$95/hr
+ 38 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

median 4.8this job 5.1
Better work-life than 50% of Physical Therapy listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 22,084 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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About Trinity Health

Hospitals and Health Care
Albany, NY
1,001-5,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

Retirement benefits with employer contributions
Mentorship
Clinical Specialist Options

Living in Clifton Park

Typical market rent
$1,677/mo
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
99.6
State income tax
Up to 10.9%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow market rents (Sep 2026).

BEA 2024 · Albany-Schenectady-Troy, NY metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.