Pediatrics Physical Therapist
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Job Location:
Elmira, NY - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
11-10-2025
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Overview
Physical Therapist - Pediatrics
$15000 Sign-On Bonus Full-Time Excellent Benefits
Main Function
Exciting opportunity to work in an outpatient clinic as a Pediatric Physical Therapist in the southern Finger Lakes region of New York State. This position offers a chance to be part of an excellent Pediatrics Physical Therapy team providing high-quality care to patients in Elmira NY.
Key Responsibilities
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Review requisitions for Physical Therapy and interview patients to evaluate physical condition and needs
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Develop and implement specific treatment programs tailored to individual patients
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Determine proper equipment use application and body position for treatments such as exercise gait training soft tissue mobility whirlpool hot packs ultrasound paraffin ice packs electrical stimulation and traction
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Instruct patients on the use of wheelchairs crutches canes braces and prosthetic appliances
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Modify treatment programs based on patient progress and communicate with physicians as needed
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Prepare written documentation including evaluation results treatment plans progress reports and discharge summaries
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Collaborate with nursing and interdisciplinary teams to coordinate patient care
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Provide guidance and direction to staff assisting in patient care
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Maintain department policies procedures quality initiatives safety and infection control
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Ensure a safe environment for patients visitors and staff following all safety policies and procedures
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Assist with department equipment and supply maintenance
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Attend required meetings and participate on committees
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Assist with patient transport to and from the PT Department as needed
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Assume Senior Therapist duties in their absence
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Engage in professional growth through education workshops and mandatory training
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Provide age-appropriate care across all patient groups: neonates infants children adolescents adults and geriatrics
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Demonstrate excellent patient/customer service skills by interacting with patients in a caring attentive and friendly manner
Education and Experience
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Must be licensed or eligible to obtain a Physical Therapy license in New York State at the time of hire
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Experience in a hospital setting preferred
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Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within 90 days of hire
Physical Demands
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Must be able to lift at least 30 pounds independently and up to 150 pounds with assistance
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Position may involve repetitive physical effort such as lifting pushing or pulling
Exposure Category
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Category II: Tasks with no exposure to blood body fluids or tissues but may require occasional unplanned Category I tasks
Infection Control
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Adheres to all universal precautions in patient care
Why Join Us
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$15000 sign-on bonus
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Competitive salary based on experience
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Excellent benefits package
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Work in a supportive outpatient pediatric physical therapy clinic
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Direct hire full-time day shift
Why Elmira NY
Elmira is a quiet small town in western New York near the Pennsylvania border located south of the beautiful Finger Lakes region. The area is rich with hidden gems including underground caves hot air balloon rides museums amusement parks state parks and vibrant local food and drink scenes. Elmira has a welcoming community with access to excellent schools and nearby colleges including Elmira College Corning Community College Mansfield University (PA) Ithaca College and Cornell University.
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About 15.7 students per teacher in the Elmira School District
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2 hours to Rochester or Syracuse
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30 minutes to Watkins Glen at the south end of Seneca Lake
Key Skills
- EMR Systems
- Early Intervention
- Acute Care
- Communication skills
- HIPAA
- Physiology Knowledge
- Workers' Compensation Law
- Computer Literacy
- Pediatrics Experience
- Home Care
- Patient Service Experience
- Medicare
