What are the responsibilities and job description for the Home Care Physical Therapist (PT) or Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) position at Phillips PT NY?
Phillips Physical Therapy is seeking a licensed Physical Therapist (PT) or Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to provide personalized, one-on-one physical therapy services in patients’ homes throughout the Southampton/East End area.
We currently have an immediate patient need in Sag Harbor, NY, with the potential for additional visits throughout the East End as our patient needs grow.
This is a flexible per diem / 1099 independent contractor opportunity ideal for a clinician looking to supplement an existing schedule. Visits are offered on an as-needed basis, allowing clinicians flexibility based on their availability.
Compensation: $125–$200 per visit, depending on clinician type (PT or PTA), visit type, experience, and the specific needs of the assignment.
Responsibilities
Physical Therapists (PT):
- Perform physical therapy evaluations and reassessments
- Develop and update individualized plans of care
- Provide skilled, one-on-one physical therapy treatment in the home
- Address mobility, balance, gait, strength, safety, pain, and functional independence as appropriate
- Educate patients, families, and caregivers
- Complete timely and accurate clinical documentation
- Communicate with other members of the patient’s care team as appropriate
Physical Therapist Assistants (PTA):
- Provide skilled physical therapy treatment consistent with the established plan of care and applicable supervision requirements
- Carry out therapeutic exercise, gait, balance, mobility, strengthening, and functional activities as directed by the PT
- Monitor and document patient response and progress
- Communicate changes or concerns to the supervising PT
- Educate patients and caregivers as appropriate
- Complete timely and accurate clinical documentation
Qualifications
- Current New York State license as a Physical Therapist (PT) or Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)
- Graduate of an accredited PT or PTA program
- Home care, geriatric, orthopedic, or private-duty experience preferred
- Strong clinical, communication, and documentation skills
- Professional, dependable, and comfortable working independently in patients’ homes
- Reliable transportation and ability to travel to patients throughout the Southampton/East End area
Position Details
- Location: Southampton / East End, NY
- Immediate need: Sag Harbor, NY
- Compensation: $125–$200 per visit
- Schedule: Flexible / per diem / as needed
- Engagement: 1099 independent contractor
- In-home, one-on-one patient visits
- No guaranteed minimum number of visits or hours
- Potential for additional visits as patient needs grow
Why This Opportunity?
This position is a great fit for a PT or PTA who wants to supplement an existing schedule without committing to traditional full-time or part-time hours. Clinicians can take on available visits based on their availability while providing highly personalized care in the home setting.
Interested PTs and PTAs are encouraged to apply. Qualified candidates will be contacted to discuss current patient needs, availability, geographic coverage, and compensation.
Pay: $125.00 - $200.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
Work Location: In person
Salary : $125 - $200