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Physical Therapist - Weekend

  • Syracuse
  • Allied Health
  • PerDiem
  • Opening on: Aug 3 2026
  • PM&R - Rehab Therapies
  • State of New York
  • TH Physical Therapist 2, NSSL3
  • PTW2026
  • UUP (State University Professional Services Unit)
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Job Summary:

The Physical Therapist-Weekend is responsible for evaluating patients, formulating specific treatment goals, developing and implementing treatment plans, and collaborating with other health care providers and families. Provide quality and evidence-based treatments to
patient populations including but not limited to Stroke, Orthopedics, TBI, Trauma. Prepare and maintain patient care documentation in a timely manner. Provide supervision to PTAs and weekend students. Assist in the training of new staff members.

Minimum Qualifications:

NYS licensed & registered Physical Therapist, degree required for licensure, and two years of eligible experience required. 

Candidates who possess degree required for licensure, NYS PT license/registration or Limited Permit or eligible and less than 2 years experience will be considered for appointment to an entry-level (SL2) position at commensurate salary.

CPR-BLS certification required at time of appointment.

Preferred Qualifications:

2 Years of experience preferred. 

Work Days:

Must be available to work at least two weekend days a month, day shift.

Message to Applicants:

Accepting Physical Therapist - Weekend applications for current and future openings in the department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation - Rehab Therapies. The hourly rate for weekend therapists is $65.

Recruitment Office: Human Resources

 

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status or disability or other protected classes under State and Federal law.

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