Physical Therapist - New York, NY


Healthcare - NY - Manhattan, NY
New York, New York
Locations: New York, Bronx, Brooklyn, Queens Village
Posted On: November 26, 2025
Last Day to Apply: December 10, 2025
Pay: $40.00 per hour

Position Title: Physical Therapist
Location: New York, NY (10019)
Job Type: Contract
Shift: Day Shift | Monday – Friday | 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Duration: 13 Weeks
Experience Required: 2–3 years in an acute hospital setting
Pay Rate: $40 per hour (Approx. $1500 weekly)

Job Summary

"Navitas Healthcare, LLC" is seeking Physical Therapist for an exciting job in New York, NY.

Key Responsibilities

  • Conduct comprehensive physical therapy evaluations to assess strength, mobility, balance, functional limitations, and rehabilitation needs.

  • Develop and implement individualized treatment plans based on clinical findings and patient-centered goals.

  • Deliver therapeutic interventions including therapeutic exercise, functional training, gait training, manual therapy, and appropriate modalities.

  • Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other allied health professionals to optimize patient outcomes.

  • Educate patients and families on home exercise programs, mobility strategies, safety, and continued rehabilitation plans.

  • Accurately document evaluations, treatment notes, progress updates, and discharge summaries in the EMR system.

  • Participate in interdisciplinary meetings, case discussions, and departmental quality improvement initiatives.

  • Adhere to facility policies, HIPAA regulations, and APTA standards of practice.

  • Provide guidance and supervision to Physical Therapy Assistants (PTAs) as necessary.

  • Demonstrate strong clinical competence and maintain professionalism in a fast-paced clinical setting.

Qualifications

  • Active New York State Physical Therapist License (or eligibility to obtain prior to start).

  • Current BLS Certification (AHA required).

  • 2–3 years of recent acute care hospital experience required.

  • Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) or Master’s Degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited institution.

  • Strong understanding of rehabilitation principles, therapeutic modalities, and patient-centered care.

  • Proficiency with EMR systems and interdisciplinary communication.

  • Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and clinical problem-solving skills.

For more details contact at pmohanty@navitashealth.com or Call / Text at 516-806-4227.

About Navitas Healthcare, LLC certified WBENC and one of the fastest-growing healthcare staffing firms in the US providing Medical, Clinical and Non-Clinical services to numerous hospitals. We offer the most competitive pay for every position we cater. We understand this is a partnership. You will not be blindsided and your salary will be discussed upfront. 

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