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Health/Medical


Physical Therapist  Latham, NY  Posted: 8/8/2025
Job Description

Job ID#:

4783

Job Category:

Health/Medical

Positions Available:

3


Are you passionate about helping people regain their mobility, reduce pain, and get back to doing what they love? Our client is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Physical Therapist to join their team in the Albany, NY area. This role offers the opportunity to make a real impact by delivering high-quality, patient-centered care in a collaborative healthcare environment.

 

As a Physical Therapist, you'll be responsible for evaluating patients, developing personalized treatment plans, and guiding them through the recovery process. You'll use a mix of manual therapy techniques, therapeutic exercises, and specialized equipment to help patients improve function, reduce discomfort, and prevent future injuries. This position also involves educating patients and families, tracking progress, and adapting care plans as needed to ensure optimal outcomes.

 

Responsibilities of the Physical Therapist will include:

  • Perform thorough patient assessments, interpreting test results and functional evaluations.
  • Develop individualized treatment plans in consultation with referring providers or based on prescriptions.
  • Administer manual therapies, therapeutic exercises, and other evidence-based interventions.
  • Monitor and document patient progress, adjusting treatment strategies as necessary.
  • Assess the fit and function of prosthetic and orthotic devices, recommending adjustments when needed.
  • Educate patients and their families about recovery timelines, home exercise programs, and strategies for preventing reinjury.
  • Maintain accurate and timely patient records.
  • Provide clinical guidance to students or interns when assigned.
  • Travel to additional locations for coverage as needed.

 
Job Requirements

 

Qualifications of the Physical Therapist:

  • Education & Licensure: Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree from an accredited program and a current NY State PT           license.
  • Experience: 1–3 years of clinical experience preferred, with strong skills in evaluation, treatment planning, and hands-on             therapy.
  • Deep understanding of anatomy, physiology, and musculoskeletal/neurological conditions.
  • Expertise in manual therapy, therapeutic exercise, and rehabilitation techniques.
  • Excellent communication skills to engage with patients, families, and care teams.
  • Compassionate, patient-focused approach with strong problem-solving abilities.
  • Proficiency in accurate documentation and recordkeeping.
  • Flexibility to adapt to patient needs and clinic priorities.

 

Pay for this position is commensurate with experience and education, ranging roughly from $74,000 - $118,000.

 

 

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redShift Recruiting is the region's premier recruiting agency with over 100 years of combined experience in the recruiting field. We specialize in permanent, temporary, and temp-to-hire positions. Our superior service combined with our highly qualified and carefully selected bank of candidates sets us apart.

 




 

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