Physical Therapist
Listed compensation
$56/hr
The week · per this posting
Schedule not stated in this posting — no days, weekends, call or nights given.
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Job Description
- Physical Therapist (PT)
- Rate: $56/hour
- Shift: Per-Diem
- Schedule: Days
Brookhaven Health Care Facility is looking to add a Physical Therapist (PT) to its rehabilitation team. In this role, you'll evaluate residents, develop individualized treatment plans, and provide skilled therapy services that help residents improve mobility, strength, balance, and overall function. If you're passionate about helping others achieve their highest level of independence and quality of life, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.
Located in East Patchogue, NY, Brookhaven Health Care Facility is proud to be part of The McGuire Group, a recognized leader in skilled nursing, rehabilitation, and long-term care services throughout New York State.
Our team is dedicated to providing compassionate, resident-centered care while creating a supportive environment where employees can grow and succeed. At Brookhaven, you'll work alongside caring professionals who are committed to making a positive impact in the lives of residents and their families every day.
Join a team where collaboration, respect, and meaningful work are at the heart of what we do.
Responsibilities
- Evaluate residents and develop individualized physical therapy treatment plans
- Establish short- and long-term rehabilitation goals and monitor resident progress
- Provide skilled therapy services to improve mobility, strength, balance, endurance, and functional independence
- Supervise Physical Therapist Assistants (PTAs) in accordance with New York State regulations
- Complete required documentation, evaluations, care plans, and billing records accurately and timely
- Collaborate with physicians, nursing staff, families, and interdisciplinary team members to support resident outcomes
- Provide resident and family education regarding therapy goals, adaptive equipment, and home exercise programs
- Recommend and coordinate durable medical equipment (DME) and discharge planning needs
- Participate in care conferences, staff education, orientation, and quality improvement initiatives
- Maintain therapy equipment, supplies, and treatment areas
- Perform additional duties as assigned
Requirements
- Master's or Doctorate Degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program approved by the American Physical Therapy Association
- Valid New York State Physical Therapist License required
- Newly licensed Physical Therapists encouraged to apply
- Skilled nursing facility experience preferred
- Strong clinical, documentation, communication, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work collaboratively within an interdisciplinary healthcare team
- Commitment to providing compassionate, resident-centered care
Benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO) for Full-Time and Part-Time
- Weekly or Same-Day Pay Options
- Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Employee Referral Bonus Program
- Retirement Saving Options
Qualifications
- Education
- Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
Key Skills
Physical Therapist Career Context
Of the 40 active Physical Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 8% are remote, 30% have no call, 70% require no weekends.
In New York, the Physical Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$98k (744 salary observations; 1,793 listings), vs ~$94k nationally (14,787 salary observations; 56,350 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-01-01 through 2026-10-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.
The cost-of-living index for New York is 107.9 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 64.6% of New York clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Physical Therapist at Confidential Employer a 8.0 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as excellent. This places the position in the top 5% in Physical Therapy — ranked against 22,005 active Physical Therapy listings on WeekdayDoc.
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