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Rochester, New York

Physical Therapist 2

Physical TherapistIncludes callPer Diem

Listed compensation

$39.09-$52.77/hr

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Job Description

As a community, the University of Rochester is defined by a deep commitment to Meliora - Ever Better. Embedded in that ideal are the values we share: equity, leadership, integrity, openness, respect, and accountability. Together, we will set the highest standards for how we treat each other to ensure our community is welcoming to all and is a place where all can thrive.

Job Location (Full Address)

601 Elmwood Ave, Rochester, New York, United States of America, 14642

Opening

Worker Subtype

Regular

Time Type

Time as Reported / Per Diem

Scheduled Weekly Hours

As Scheduled

Department: 500276 PMR Inpatient PT

Work Shift

UR - Day (United States of America)

Range

UR URCD 215 H

Compensation Range

$39.09 - $52.77

The referenced pay range represents the minimum and maximum compensation for this job. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates will be set within the job's compensation range, and will be determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, market data, education, experience, qualifications, expertise of the individual, and internal equity considerations.

Responsibilities

Aids patients to correct and/or adjust to disabilities by selecting, adapting and using appropriate physical therapy procedures, following physician’s orders, or operating independently under New York State direct access statute. Participates in the University’s teaching program. May work with and give supervision to one or more physical therapy aides.

Essential Functions

Evaluates the patients’ functional abilities and disabilities by tests, observations and information provided by family members, physician, nursing staff and others.

Plans a program of patient treatment related to diagnosis, prognosis, emotional needs or problems, patient’s environment, etc. working from physician’s order.

Instructs and counsel patients and family in the use of equipment and techniques. Evaluates home facilities and suggests need adaptations and resources in preparation for patient discharge.

Recommends, obtains and instructs on the use of adaptive and assistive devices. Ensures appropriate safety practices and maintenance of equipment.

Determines types and frequencies of therapies. Provides treatments using a variety of procedures and therapies. Recommends modifications of program as needed to physician.

Assists in directing, guiding and evaluating clinical experience of medical and paramedical students assigned to unit, including affiliate physical therapy students.

  • Maintains required patient and department records.
  • Keeps abreast of issues and changes in the field by reading and attending professional meetings and seminars.
  • Other duties as assigned

Minimum Education & Experience

Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy and completed relevant clinical education in a comparable setting required

Master's or Doctoral degree in Physical Therapy preferred

Or Equivalent Combination of Education and Experience

3 years of progressively responsible professional work experience in a Physical Therapist role required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Advanced knowledge of Physical Therapy Practice required

Licenses and Certifications

PT - Physical Therapist in New York State upon hire required

The University of Rochester is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving an inclusive and welcoming culture to advance the University’s Mission to Learn, Discover, Heal, Create – and Make the World Ever Better.

In support of our values and those of our society, the University is committed to not discriminating on the basis of age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, military/veteran status, national origin, race, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law (Protected Characteristics).

This commitment extends to non-discrimination in the administration of our policies, admissions, employment, access, and recruitment of candidates, for all persons consistent with our values and based on applicable law.

Requirements

A Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy and three years of professional experience are required. Candidates must hold a valid New York State Physical Therapist license.

Qualifications

Education
Bachelor degree
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Patient evaluationTreatment planningPatient counselingAdaptive equipmentClinical supervisionRecord keepingRehabilitationInpatient care

Physical Therapist Career Context

Of the 40 active Physical Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 8% are remote, 35% have no call, 60% 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 (14,786 salary observations; 56,355 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 2 at University of Rochester a 6.2 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Physical Therapy — ranked against 22,005 active Physical Therapy listings on WeekdayDoc.

Top contract/1099 Physical Therapist Jobs

40 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution19 jobs

2
<$100k
5
$100k-120k
3
$120k-140k
9
$140k-160k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks17 jobs

401k / retirement match
71%
CME allowance
53%
Sign-on bonus
18%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

#1

Home Health Physical TherapistPer Diem

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$80-$110/hr
#2

Home Health Physical Therapist (PT) – PRNPer Diem

Concierge Home Care · St. Cloud, Florida

$70-$100/hr
#3

Home Care Physical Therapist- Independent Contractor (Union County)

$74-$95/hr
#4

Home Care Physical Therapist- Per Diem (Ocean County)

$72-$95/hr
+ 38 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

median 4.8this job 6.2
Better work-life than 60% of Physical Therapy listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 22,005 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • On-site
  • Includes call

Living in Rochester

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$247k
Typical market rent
$1,476/mo
Residents’ average commute
19 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
97.0
State income tax
Up to 10.9%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Rochester, NY metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

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