Physical Therapist

Physical TherapistThe mission of American Ballet Theatre is to create, to present, to preserve, and to extend the great repertoire of classical dancing, through exciting performances and educational programming of the highest quality, presented to the widest possible audience.American Ballet Theatre is one of the most revered dance companies in the world. The organization is based in New York, with tours that reach 45 countries and 300K people in the United States annually, and with community programs that serve over 40K people annually. American Ballet Theatre represents the apex of performing arts, community, and dance education, with a mission to preserve and expand the worldwide repertoire of ballet by presenting delightful performances, providing the highest quality dance education, and by incorporating programs that augment diversity and inclusion such as the ABT Women's Movement and Project Plié.$1,200 - $1,700 a week 12-15 hours per week, 30-31 weeks between Sept. 1-May 31 Reports to: Dean Students and Director of ABT Wellness and ABT RISEThe RoleThe Physical Therapist is a part-time position within the Wellness Program who is responsible for planning and administering physical therapy treatment plans designed to restore function, manage and alleviate pain, prevent disabilities, and promote overall fitness and health of the student dancers. The practitioner will develop screenings, personalized treatment plans, recommend medical specialists, and provide exercise techniques to improve their health. The position works with ABT's Pre-Professional Division (approximately 70 students) and ABT Studio Company (12 dancers), plus the ABT Apprentice Program dancers in the fall semester (6 dancers). It will consist of 16-20 hours per week, including treatments, notes, and staff meetings. The hours of treatment are set at the beginning of each semester, with periodic evening and weekend responsibilities. The position reports to the Dean of Faculty & Students and Co-Director of ABT Education meeting and as needed for check-ins with our main company medical specialist to keep all ABT Education services in alignment with the organization.The Physical Therapist will have a warm collaborative nature, positive energy, sense of humor, possess organization and prioritization skills and is self-motivated in the completion of his/her work. She/he will have exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, including interacting comfortably with various people. This person will have genuine empathy and an awareness of the needs and sensitivities of students.Specific ResponsibilitiesReviewing students' medical histories and maintaining confidentiality of patient records.Design and implement annual intake sessions for each student.Provide physical therapy diagnosis through appropriate patient evaluation. Must be able to recognize and respond appropriately to urgent/emergent situations and determine safe level of participation or referral to specialist.Developing individualized treatment plans for students.Outlining clear goals for students and the expected outcomes of the plan.Using exercises, stretching, modalities, and hands-on therapy to manage students' pain, increase mobility, and prevent further pain and injury.Recording students' progress and modifying the plan of care if needed.Educating patients and family members about the recovery process when necessary.Coordinate with ABT staff, medical specialists, Pilates/exercise instructors, collecting and reviewing their reports.Coordinate care with ABT staff, Social Worker and Nutritionist.Schedule students when necessary.Complies with the New York State Physical Therapy Act, codes and regulations.Any Physical Therapy related task deemed necessary by the Dean of Faculty & Student Affairs and Co-Director of ABT Education.Essential Skills/QualificationsFully licensed practitioner in New York State for 3 years or more.Compassion and empathy for patients who are often in pain and anxious about their future dancing careers.Attention to detail regarding a patient's problems to analyze what they need to ease their pain and to prevent further injury.Physical stamina for manual work on patients and long hours standing and modeling exercises.Interpersonal skills to build positive relationships with patients and staff.Communication skills to interact clearly with doctors and family members as well as patients.Experience working with pre-professional ballet dancers.Ability to work effectively with a streamlined staff and resources.Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.Low-ego, hands on, results-driven leadership style with down-to-earth, collaborative, "roll-up-your-sleeves" personality, who can rally others to take the initiative in their areas of expertise.Ability to attend to multiple administrative matters simultaneously.Ability to work collegially across departments and across the organization.Comfortable with administrative technology, scheduling software, virtual meetings, Microsoft Office Suite.Quick on their feet and comfortable with last minute scheduling adjustments.Periodic weekend and evening hours.Supervisory Responsibilities: Work closely with Wellness facultyWorking Environment: This position will be performed in a professional office environment, and theater/performance settings. This position routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines. This position is subject to travel.Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand and/or walk for prolonged periods of time. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.Equal OpportunityABT is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, age, or any other status protected by law.To apply or recommend a qualified candidate, please send a résumé and cover letter to View email address on click.appcast.io and include "Title of position" in the subject line.DisclaimerThe job description above is intended to set forth the general nature of the work that will be expected of the person who takes on this role. The job description is not, however, meant to be construed as an exhaustive list of all the duties and responsibilities required for this role. From time to time, all personnel may be required to perform duties outside their normal responsibilities as needed.