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Physical Therapist – Pediatrics/Acute Care – Per Diem - Cornell Campus

NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital
New York City, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 11 Jul 2025
💰 $140,000/yr

About the role

Location

New York, New York

Shift:

Day (United States of America)

Description:

Physical Therapist – Pediatrics/Acute Care – Per Diem - Cornell CampusNew York-Presbyterian Komansky Children’s Hospital, together with Weill Cornell Medicine, is committed to improving the health of infants, children and adolescents through high quality and comprehensive programs in patient care, medical education, scientific research and child and family advocacy.At Komansky Children’s Hospital, an important focus of our mission is providing outstanding medical care in a family-centered environment.The Pediatric Rehabilitation Therapy Team is integral in achieving that mission. As the only New York hospital nationally ranked in all 8 pediatric specialties, we have an opportunity for an experienced therapist to join our team.The successful candidate will demonstrate clinical skills and knowledge in the assessment and treatment of pediatric patients across the continuum of acute care settings. Experience treating medically complex children, including PICU Early Mobilization, is required and NICU experience is a plus.This is a per diem position working 8:00am-4:00pm and providing weekend and holiday coverage.Preferred Criteria
  • 3 years’ experience with pediatric patients PICU experience (0-21 years)

  • Acute care experience, including PICU competency

  • Pediatric NDT Certification

  • APTA Membership

  • Master’s Degree or Doctorate in Physical Therapy

Required Criteria
  • BS Degree in Physical Therapy

  • NYS Physical Therapy License

  • Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification

Join a healthcare system where employee engagement is at an all-time high. Here we foster a culture of respect, belonging, and inclusion. Enjoy comprehensive and competitive benefits that support you and your family in every aspect of life. Start your life-changing journey today.

Please note that all roles require on-site presence (variable by role). Therefore, all employees should live within a commutable distance to NYP.

NYP will not reimburse for travel expenses.

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NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital is an equal opportunity employer.

Salary Range:

$70.00/Hourly


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