Physical Therapist - Post-Acute & Medical Rehabilitation Unit (PMRU)

Job Description

Job Description

Finger Lakes Region
$70,000 – $100,000 | Direct Hire | Full-Time | Day Shift

A premier health organization in Ithaca, NY is adding a Physical Therapist to its Post-Acute and Medical Rehabilitation Unit — a specialized setting where your clinical skills directly shape patient recovery at a higher acuity level. You'll work within a well-established rehabilitation department alongside a multidisciplinary team, contributing to meaningful outcomes for patients with complex orthopedic, neurological, and musculoskeletal conditions. This is a direct-hire, day-shift role with a clear path for professional growth in a thriving Finger Lakes market.

• Certification pay — additional compensation for relevant credentials you already hold
• No overnight shifts — full-time schedule designed around work-life balance
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Generous PTO and paid holidays
• Retirement plan with employer contribution
• Tuition assistance and continuing education support
• Employee wellness programs
• Relocation assistance available
• Clinical mentorship and professional development opportunities

• Conduct initial evaluations and build individualized treatment plans tailored to each patient's rehabilitation goals
• Deliver therapeutic interventions including exercise, manual therapy, and modalities such as ultrasound, electrical stimulation, and heat/ice therapy
• Educate patients on exercise programming, posture correction, and injury prevention to drive long-term functional outcomes
• Collaborate with the broader clinical team to ensure coordinated, patient-centered care
• Monitor progress, adjust treatment plans, and document evaluations, progress notes, and discharge summaries per departmental and industry standards
• Maintain a safe, organized treatment environment in compliance with infection control guidelines

• Education: Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) or equivalent degree from an accredited program
• Licensure: Must hold or be eligible to obtain a valid New York Physical Therapist license at time of hire
• Certifications: BLS certification required within 90 days of hire
• Experience: Prior outpatient or post-acute physical therapy experience preferred
• Skills: Strong communication, collaboration, and time-management abilities; capacity to deliver compassionate care across a diverse patient population

Ithaca offers Cornell University, Ithaca College, world-class Finger Lakes scenery, waterfalls, hiking, a vibrant arts and dining scene, and year-round outdoor recreation — all with a quality of life that's genuinely hard to match. If you're a skilled PT ready to work at a higher level of clinical complexity within a supportive, growth-oriented team, this is your next move.

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