Physical Therapist Rehab LIFE MHC N
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Open physical therapist jobs in New York post a median of $52.50 an hour, the middle half $47.75–$65, across 255 jobs that state their pay. Physical therapists employed in New York earn a median of $48.39 an hour (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics).
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About the job
Facility: LIFE PACE OLV Mercy Home Care
Shift: Shift 1
Status: Per Diem FTE: 0.100000
Bargaining Unit: ACE Associates
Exempt from Overtime: Exempt: No
Work Schedule: Days
Hours: Monday- Friday 8:30a-4:30p
Summary
The physical therapist is responsible for providing service to the LIFE participant who has a physical impairment or delay and requires the skills of a therapist. The Physical Therapist designs and implements programs for the participant and family in accordance with agency standards and procedures. The Physical Therapist will also provide teaching to the family and caregivers as appropriate. May perform Early Intervention Program visits as approved and required.
Responsibilities
EDUCATION
- L icensed by N.Y. State Department of Education Required
- Graduate of B.S. or M.S. degree program in Physical Therapy Required
EXPERIENCE
- O ne year supervised experience as a Physical Therapist
- One year experience working with the frail elderly
KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY
- M ust demonstrate the ability to adapt physical therapy techniques to the home/community setting
- Must be able to read, write, speak and understand the English language
- Must have knowledge of Physical Therapy procedures
- Communication skills which may be inclusive of approach, tone of voice, speed of communication, respectfulness and non verbal communication
- Physical assessment – Application of the assessment into the aging process; examples may include height/weight, skin integrity, ADL’s, bowel and bladder control
- Technical skills – incorporates knowledge of age related physical and mental changes in performing technical skills; examples may include appropriate site for IM injection, range of motion and feeding skills
WORKING CONDITIONS
- C linician delivers physical therapy care in home/community and/or LIFE setting working with participant, participant’s family and any other available caregivers
- Maybe significant amount of time traveling, occasional exposure to unclean living environments and temperature fluctuations with seasonal changes
From Catholic Health (Buffalo)'s job posting, checked 8 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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About Catholic Health (Buffalo)
Catholic Health is a Western New York health system based in Buffalo, with Mercy Hospital of Buffalo, Kenmore Mercy, Sisters of Charity, Mount St. Mary's and Lockport Memorial, plus home care and long-term care.
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