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Physical Therapist

Hospital for Special Surgery·New York

$127,947 - $147,934/yrFull TimeOn Site2-5 yrsPosted 5 days ago
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Physical Therapist · $127,947 - $147,934/yr

How this role compares

Computed from live listings

  • +60% vs. median posted salary for allied health roles in New York ($80,000, n=2382)
$16,120 · p10p90 · $973,180
this role: $127,947median $80,000

Shaded band: the middle 50% of 2,382 posted allied health roles in New York salarys. This role sits in the 76th percentile.

About the role

Pay for this role is about 60% above the New York median for allied health roles.

The physical therapist will treat a variety of non-operative and post-operative orthopedic diagnoses in outpatient and acute care settings. They will also participate in clinical mentorship, staff development, and educational initiatives within a multidisciplinary team.

How you move is why we’re here. ® Now more than ever.

Get back to what you need and love to do. The possibilities are endless...

Now more than ever, our guiding principles are helping us in our search for exceptional talent - candidates who align with our unique workplace culture and who want to maximize the abundant opportunities for growth and success.

If this describes you then let’s talk!

HSS is consistently among the top-ranked hospitals for orthopedics and rheumatology by U.S. News & World Report. As a recipient of the Magnet Award for Nursing Excellence, HSS was the first hospital in New York City to receive the distinguished designation. Whether you are early in your career or an expert in your field, you will find HSS an innovative, supportive and inclusive environment.

Working with colleagues who love what they do and are deeply committed to our Mission, you too can be part of our transformation across the enterprise.

Emp Status Temporary (Fixed Term) (Seasonal) Full time Work Shift Compensation Range The base pay scale for this position is $127,946.52 - $147,934.02.

In addition, this position will be eligible for additional benefits consistent with the role.

The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be determined based on various factors, including but not limited to: scope of role, level of experience, education, accomplishments, internal equity, budget, and subject to Fair Market Value evaluation.

The hiring range listed is a good faith determination of potential compensation at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future.

What you will be doing Full Time Temp PT- NYC Overview: HSS Rehabilitation and Performance is a dynamic multidisciplinary team of highly skilled clinicians supported by engaged patient access and rehab technician professionals.

We are continuously seeking physical therapists to join our team at one of our NYC locations.

Our clinicians treat a large variety of non-operative and post-operative diagnoses, and perform evaluations via direct access as appropriate.

Our settings offer the opportunity to practice in variety of outpatient orthopedic environments including: Outpatient orthopedics Acute care We offer a robust onboarding experience and many career development opportunities including, but not limited to: career ladder advancement, clinical mentorship, participation in educational initiatives (for self and others), and team and community activities.

Qualifications

Candidates should be strong clinicians in the field of orthopedic physical therapy and have experience and/or interest in staff development, mentoring and education. Candidates should excel in communication, teamwork and leadership skills. Candidates must have at least 3 years' experience, with outpatient clinical expertise emphasizing differential diagnosis, examination, and treatment of various musculoskeletal pathologies of the spine and extremities, both non-operative and post-operative. New York State licensure is a requirement. APTA certifications such as SCS, OCS or GCS are preferred, but not mandatory. Non-Discrimination Policy Hospital for Special Surgery is committed to providing high quality care and skilled, compassionate, reliable service to our community in a safe and healing environment. Consistent with this commitment, Hospital for Special Surgery provides care, admits, and treats patients and provides all services without regard to age, race, color, creed, ethnicity, religion, national origin, culture, language, physical or mental disability, socioeconomic status, veteran or military status, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law or by accreditation standards.

Requirements

Candidates must have at least 3 years of experience in orthopedic physical therapy with expertise in differential diagnosis and treatment of musculoskeletal pathologies. A valid New York State physical therapy license is required for this position.

  • Teamwork
  • Communication
  • Leadership
  • Staff development
  • Acute care
  • Patient evaluation
  • Clinical mentorship
  • Outpatient orthopedics
  • Orthopedic physical therapy
  • Differential diagnosis
  • Musculoskeletal pathology

Benefits

  • Clinical mentorship
  • Educational initiatives
  • Career ladder advancement

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
2-5 yrs
Salary
$127,947 - $147,934/yr
Location
New York
Posted
Sep 4, 2026
Application
Employer website
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Hiring organization

Hospital for Special Surgery

HSS is the world’s leading academic medical center focused on musculoskeletal health. At its core is Hospital for Special Surgery, nationally ranked No. 1 in orthopedics (for the 17th consecutive year), No. 3 in rheumatology by U.S. News & World Report (2026-2027), and the best...

IndustryHospitals and Health Care
TypeNonprofit
Size5,001-10,000 employees
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New York Physical Therapist market context

Physical therapists are commonly sought in New York across hospitals, outpatient clinics, schools, and rehabilitation settings, where patient volume and continuity of care can keep demand steady. Competition often centers on licensure, graduate-level preparation, and familiarity with APTA standards and New York State law. Before applying, confirm your New York license and review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this page, which condense the original job description to save research time.

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