New Graduate Physical Therapist - Outpatient
Listed compensation
$85k-$95k
The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed
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Job Description
Company Description
Metro Physical & Aquatic Therapy is a comprehensive multidisciplinary company who offers Physical, Occupational, Speech Therapy, Massage and Acupuncture services. We take great pride in inspiring our team to create an everlasting bond with our patients, our doctors, and our community. But it’s not just what we do, it’s who we are. We are driven by our mission to continually invest in our people and offer the best workplace environment possible.
Job Description
We are seeking motivated, compassionate, and forward-thinking New Graduate Physical Therapists to join our growing team! We are hiring for our clinics throughout Long Island, Westchester, Brooklyn, Queens, Rhode Island, and Connecticut.
As a new grad at Metro, you’ll receive individualized mentorship, hands-on learning opportunities, and the resources you need to confidently transition from student to practicing clinician. You’ll work in a supportive outpatient environment alongside skilled therapists, with access to state-of-the-art facilities and a collaborative team that truly values your growth.
Qualifications
- Licensed Physical Therapist in the state of New York or eligible.
- Evaluates a patient's need for physical therapy and develops an appropriate treatment plan.
Provide appropriate care and treatment to patients based on physician care plan, agency policy and professional standards of care.
Instructs family members, PTA's, Home Health Aides, and other caregivers in appropriate physical therapy techniques.
- Mandatory Certifications: First Aid, AED, & CPR Certifications.
- Additional Information
- New Grad Support Programs
Mentorship Program
We offer an exclusive mentorship program for all clinicians with under 3 years of experience. This program is designed to help you strengthen your clinical reasoning, refine your hands-on skills, and build confidence as an independent practitioner.
Leadership Programs
For therapists looking to grow and advance their careers, we offer two structured leadership development programs designed to help you not only strengthen your clinical skills but also gain the knowledge, support, and tools to excel as a future leader in the field.
Board Exam Support
We understand the challenges that come with preparing for the NPTE. That’s why we offer in-house 1:1 board exam tutoring to help you feel confident and prepared.
Touro OCS Residency Partnership
Metro’s partnership with Touro University offers a unique opportunity to pursue your Orthopedic Clinical Specialist (OCS) Residency while working full-time as a Metro employee. The program takes 12-18 months to complete and Metro covers the entire cost!
- What We Offer!
- Competitive compensation package
- 401(k) plan with company matching options
- Incentive Program
- Generous Paid Time Off
- A rich benefits package, including medical, dental, life and long-term disability insurance
- Full Salaries, Orthopedic Residency Programs available
- Loan Repayment program- up to $5,000 per year
Progressive Leadership Development Programs
- Up to a $1,500 CEU stipend per year, plus all expenses paid for any speciality certifications towards Schroth, Pelvic Floor, OCS, PCS, NGS or WCS
- Access to unlimited online CEU’s through our partnership with MedBridge Education
- New York's 529 College Savings Program
- Employee Perks: discounted rates for entertainment, travel, fitness, insurance plans, etc. through our partnership with Plum Benefits
- FSA Plans- pre tax savings plans to pay for unreimbursed medical and dental expenses, travel to & from work
- Company Events- Annual Family Field Day, Leadership Retreats, and Holiday Awards Celebration
- New Grad Events- Board Exam Trivia Nights, and Happy Hours
- And much more!
Your Future Starts Here
- Join Metro Physical & Aquatic Therapy and start your career surrounded by mentors, learning opportunities, and leaders who truly care about your success.
- Here, you won’t just find your first job, you’ll find your professional home!
Compensation: USD 85000 - USD 95000 - yearly
Key Responsibilities
The physical therapist will evaluate patient needs and develop appropriate treatment plans based on physician care plans and professional standards. They are also responsible for providing direct care and instructing caregivers and family members in physical therapy techniques.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
Key Skills
Physical Therapist Career Context
Of the 49 active Physical Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 61% have no call, 51% require no weekends.
In New York, the Physical Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$98k (758 salary observations; 1,836 listings), vs ~$94k nationally (15,056 salary observations; 57,503 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 | 6.4 / 10 · above average in physical therapy | ranked against 21,942 Physical Therapy listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| Listed pay | $85k–$95k | Physical Therapy median $100k (middle half $95k–$110k)22 comparable listings, Oct 2026 |
| New York vs national | $98k median in New York | $94k nationally (+5%)758 state / 15,056 national salary observations |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$83k in purchasing power | New York index 107.9 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Physical Therapy listings in New York | 761 active | 21,962 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 61% no call · 51% no weekends49 benchmarked listings |
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates New Graduate Physical Therapist - Outpatient at US Physical Therapy a 6.4 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Physical Therapy — ranked against 21,942 active Physical Therapy listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no on-call duties.
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- No call
Benefits & Perks
Living in Harrison
- Typical market rent
- $3,635/mo≈ 51% of gross pay
- Residents’ average commute
- 29 min
- State income tax
- Up to 10.9%
Sources & methodology
Sources: Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.
Ratios use this listing’s gross annual pay. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.