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Home Care Physical Therapist - Suffolk County

Northwell·Riverhead, New York

$85,090 - $147,220/yr·Full Time·On Site·2-5 yrs·Posted 1 month ago
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About the role

Evaluates and treats patients with disabilities or injuries using physical and mechanical means based on physician prescriptions. Maintains detailed medical records and collaborates with inter-disciplinary staff to manage patient welfare.

Job Description

Evaluates and treats patients with disabilities, injuries, and/or diseases using physical, chemical and mechanical means in accordance with the written and signed prescription and/or referral of a state licensed physician or authorized practitioner. Maintains complete medical records for each patient.

Job Responsibility

  • Administers direct patient care in accordance with the written and signed prescription of the referring physician or other State authorized practitioner.
  • Utilizes appropriate evaluation techniques with efficiency and thoroughness.
  • Designs a treatment program to achieve established goals.
  • Makes accurate observations of patient tolerance and/or status during treatment and demonstrates the ability to modify a treatment program as needed.
  • Responds appropriately to established department emergency procedures for patient safety and care, when necessary.
  • Submits required documentation in accordance with the policies and procedures of the department.
  • Participates in quality improvement chart reviews and activities.
  • Attends family meetings/conferences and interacts with members of the inter-disciplinary staff pertaining to the welfare and management of assigned patients.
  • Performs related duties as required.
  • All responsibilities noted here are considered essential functions of the job under the Americans with Disabilities Act.
  • Duties not mentioned here, but considered related are not essential functions.

Job Qualification

Doctoral Degree in Physical Therapy required, or equivalent combination of education and related experience.Current License to practice as a Physical Therapist in New York State required, plus specialized certifications as needed.0-3 years of relevant experience, required.

*Additional Salary Detail The salary range and/or hourly rate listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future.When determining a team member's base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., location, specialty, service line, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget and internal equity).

Northwell Health

At Northwell Health, we're a network of collaborators, research pioneers, entrepreneurs and educators—74,000+ strong—each year caring for millions of individuals and their families who share our neighborhoods and communities where we live, love and work.

Northwell is a Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work for, the only health care provider in New York State to be recognized. As New York State’s largest healthcare provider and employer, Northwell has many career opportunities across our 23 hospitals, nearly 800 outpatient facilities, our laboratories, and our world-class research facility with locations spanning across Long Island, Manhattan, Queens, Staten Island and Westchester.

Together, with each patient and caregiver, our ability to serve the community grows. And so does your opportunity to advance your career with us. While we are committed to improving the lives of millions, we never lose sight of you and your career aspirations. Our team members have limitless opportunities for career growth, learning and development with a rewarding and inclusive culture that supports and nurtures their professional journey at every step of the way.

From the smallest gesture to life-changing treatments and research, we are redefining health care and strengthening the health of our neighborhoods far and wide. Join us and embark on a fulfilling career journey as you help deliver on our mission.

A Northwell career is a career well cared for.

Northwell Health At Home is the region’s largest integrated home care organization, bringing Northwell’s outstanding, innovative and award-winning care right to the patient’s home. At Home services and careers span across Nassau and Suffolk County, Queens, Brooklyn, Manhattan, Staten Island and Westchester. We specialize in caring for a number of acute and chronic conditions, including cancer, COPD, diabetes, heart failure, high-risk pregnancy, infusion, joint replacement, pediatric conditions, psychiatric conditions, stroke and more. We are also certified in both heart failure and palliative care by the Joint Commission– one of only a few organizations in New York State to achieve heart failure distinction.

Requirements

Requires a Doctoral Degree in Physical Therapy and a current New York State license to practice. Candidates should have 0-3 years of relevant experience and any necessary specialized certifications.

  • postgraduate degree
  • Patient Care
  • Treatment Planning
  • Quality Improvement
  • Interdisciplinary Collaboration
  • Emergency Procedures
  • Physical Therapy
  • Patient Evaluation
  • Medical Record Maintenance

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
2-5 yrs
Salary
$85,090 - $147,220/yr
Location
Riverhead, New York
Posted
Jun 25, 2026
Application
Employer website
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Hiring organization

Northwell

Northwell Health is New York State’s largest health care provider and private employer, with 28 hospitals, about 1,000+ outpatient facilities and more than 16,000 affiliated physicians. At Northwell, we focus on cultivating an environment that inspires growth, empowers...

Salary listed on 850 jobs
IndustryHospitals and Health Care
TypeNonprofit
Size10,001+ employees
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