Physical Therapist - Behavioral Health
New York City, NY
PRIDE Health
2x10 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus
$1,947/weekOverview
- Start Date09/21/2026
- Shift Breakdown2x10 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration26 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- Weekly pay
- Holiday Pay
- Guaranteed Hours
- 401k retirement plan
- Cancelation protection
- Referral bonus
- Medical benefits
- Dental benefits
- Vision benefits
Description
PT Behavioral Health
Overview
- Travel/contract role in New York, New York
- 26-week assignment
- 20 hours per week
- Day shift: Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM; hours are flexible
Required Qualifications
- Valid Physical Therapist license in New York
- Physical Therapist experience within the last year
- 1 year of experience as a Physical Therapist
- ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross
- BLS - Basic Life Support issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross
- PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross
Required Screening and Documentation
- State and national criminal background checks
- Fingerprinting
- Competency exam
- 2 references
- Physical exam within 1 year of start
- Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 12 months prior to start
- Drug test within 1 year of start
- Influenza vaccination or declination
- Hepatitis B documentation, titer, or declination
- Measles, mumps, rubella, and varicella vaccination documentation or titers
- COVID-19 booster is preferred, not required
Training
- TRUST training and annual standard trainings provided by the facility
Key Responsibilities
- Perform initial evaluations and functional assessments
- Develop individualized treatment plans
- Provide physical therapy interventions
- Monitor progress and adjust interventions as needed
- Document evaluations, treatment, progress notes, and discharge summaries
- Educate patients and direct care staff
- Collaborate with physicians and other team members
- Serve on Safe Patient Handling and Falls committees as needed
Employer
PRIDE Health
59 nurses recommend working with PRIDE Health
PRIDE Health is the minority-owned healthcare recruitment division of Pride Global—an integrated human capital solutions and advisory firm. With our robust and abundant travel nursing and allied health employment options across the U.S., PRIDE Health will allow you to help change the way the world lives and heals as it connects you with the industry’s leading healthcare organizations.
Pride Global offers eligible employee’s comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity), 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, legal support, auto, home insurance, pet insurance, and employee discounts with preferred vendors.
About New York, NY
As a Travel Physical Therapist in New York, NY here's what you should know:- New York City has a high cost of living, significantly above the national average.
- Wages are generally higher to match the cost of living, but it's important to budget carefully.
- Summer average highs are around 84°F (29°C) and lows around 68°F (20°C).
- Winter average highs are around 38°F (3°C) and lows around 26°F (-3°C).
- Short term rentals can be found, but they may be more expensive and in high demand.
- It's recommended to start the search early.
- New York City is not car-friendly, but it has an extensive public transportation system including subways, buses, and commuter trains.
- New York City is incredibly diverse, with a wide range of ages and ethnicities.
- Common health issues may include respiratory conditions due to air pollution.
- There is a large population of travel nurses due to the numerous healthcare facilities in the city.
- New York City offers a plethora of options for dining, art, music, and sports.
- From world-class restaurants to Broadway shows, museums, concerts, and professional sports teams, there is always something to do in the city.
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