Physical Therapist

Position Overview The Physical Therapist is a part‑time position within the Wellness Program 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 role involves developing screenings, personalized treatment plans, recommending medical specialists, and providing exercise techniques to improve dancer health. It also engages with the ABT Pre‑Professional Division, ABT Studio Company, and ABT Apprentice Program dancers. Compensation & Hours $1,200 – $1,700 a week 12–15 hours per week, 30–31 weeks between Sept. 1 and May 31 Reports to: Dean Students and Director of ABT Wellness and ABT RISE Responsibilities Review students’ medical histories and maintain confidentiality of patient records. Design and implement annual intake sessions for each student. Provide physical therapy diagnosis through appropriate patient evaluation; recognize and respond to urgent/emergent situations and determine safe participation or referral to a specialist. Develop individualized treatment plans for students. Outline clear goals for students and expected outcomes of the plan. Use exercises, stretching, modalities, and hands‑on therapy to manage pain, increase mobility, and prevent further injury. Record students’ progress and modify the plan of care as needed. Educate 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. Comply with the New York State Physical Therapy Act, codes, and regulations. Perform any physical therapy related task deemed necessary by the Dean of Faculty & Student Affairs and Co‑Director of ABT Education. Essential Skills & Qualifications Fully licensed practitioner in New York State for 3 years or more. Compassion and empathy for patients 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 pain and prevent further injury. Physical stamina for manual work on patients and long hours standing while modeling exercises. Interpersonal skills to build positive relationships with patients and staff. Communication skills to interact clearly with doctors, family members, and 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 a collaborative, “roll‑up‑your‑sleeves” personality. Ability to attend to multiple administrative matters simultaneously. Ability to work collegially across departments and the organization. Comfortable with administrative technology, scheduling software, virtual meetings, and Microsoft Office Suite. Quick on feet and comfortable with last‑minute scheduling adjustments. Periodic weekend and evening hours. Supervisory Responsibilities Work closely with Wellness faculty. Working Environment This position will be performed in a professional office environment and theater/performance settings. It routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines. The position may require travel. Physical Demands While performing the duties, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, and/or walk for prolonged periods. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Equal Opportunity ABT 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr American Ballet Theatre