Physical Therapist - Jackson Heights

Physical Therapist – Jackson Heights, Queens

Spear Physical and Occupational Therapy is seeking a qualified, passionate Physical Therapist to join the team. New graduates are welcome to apply.

Qualifications:

• License to practice Physical Therapy in the State of New York
• Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree, Master or Bachelors of PT

What We Offer:

• Mentorship Programs and Spear's award-winning Future Leaders Program (SFLP).
• $1,500/year Continuing Education Stipend; In-house CEU Opportunities for Monthly Manual Therapy Workshops; Physician Shadowing; Lectures.
• Student Loan Repayment Program.
• One Medical paid membership.
• Mental Health benefits that include paid time off and support services

Who We Are Looking For:

• Passion for the field of physical and occupational therapy.
• Proactive, collaborative, team-oriented attitude because we don't work in silos!
• Commitment to and hunger for continued learning.
• Dedication to not only rehabilitating patients' injuries but their confidence & vitality.
• Accomplishment from pairing your clinical skills with emotional intelligence.
• Celebrate wins and learn from losses with your patients, colleagues, & communities.

A resonance with our SPEAR-IT values:

• Service
• Passion
• Empathy
• Accountability
• Respect
• Impact
• Teamwork

Physical Demand Capacity Consistent with published industry PDC norms:

• Requires manual dexterity and general strength and endurance
• Lifting: routinely loads of 5-35 lbs from: Floor to waist/Waist to shoulder/ Shoulder to overhead
• Carrying: routinely loads of 5-10lbs for 40-50'
• Pushing: routinely loads of 5-150lbs on casters, runners or pulleys
• Sustaining a grip: routinely for 1-2 minutes of 40-50lbs
• Guarding a "lift load" routinely of 120-140lbs

$85,000 - $120,000 a year

About Us: Spear Physical and Occupational Therapy is the nation's leading outpatient practice. With more than 40 clinics in the New York Tri-State Area and 25 years of experience, Spear provides unprecedented patient access to physical and occupational therapy through its robust list of services covered by most major insurances. Learn more about Spear's history of excellence at spearcenter.com.