Physical Therapist Per Diem

Physical Therapist Per Diem in Poughkeepsie, NY, United States

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Physical Therapist Per Diem Location: Poughkeepsie, NY, United States Salary Range: $67.00 Work Type: Per Diem Standard Hours: 0.0 FTE Non-Exempt Work Schedule: Day, 8 hours a week, with 2 weekend days a month, and weekday coverage available. 7:30am-4:00pm

Date Posted: February 25, 2026

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Physical Therapist Per Diem Weekend - Vassar Brothers Medical Center

Location: Vassar Brothers Medical Center Schedule: Per Diem - Minimum 2 weekend days per month with some weekday availability Hours: 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM Pay Rate: $67.00 per hour

New graduates are encouraged to apply.

About the Role

Vassar Brothers Medical Center is seeking a dedicated Per Diem Physical Therapist (PT) to join our weekend rehabilitation team. In this role, you will evaluate, treat, and educate patients across the lifespan - including neonate, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric populations. You will follow medically prescribed physical therapy programs to help patients recover from injury, illness, or surgery and achieve their highest level of independence and function.

As a valued member of our Physical Therapy Department, you will provide compassionate, evidence-based care that makes a meaningful difference in patients lives.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and treat patients with physical disabilities, traumatic injuries, pain, or functional limitations.
• Develop and implement personalized therapy plans to restore function, improve mobility, and relieve pain.
• Educate patients and families on therapeutic exercises, mobility strategies, and recovery plans.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and the interdisciplinary care team to ensure continuity of care.
• Maintain accurate documentation in the electronic medical record system.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program with a B.S. or M.S. in Physical Therapy.
• Experience: New graduates are encouraged to apply.
• License: Active New York State Physical Therapist license or eligibility with a temporary permit.
• Working Conditions:
• Manual Skills: Requires strong manual dexterity and coordination.
• Physical Effort: Very heavy effort may exert up to 50 lbs. of force.
• Occupational Risk: Some occupational risk due to patient care environment.
• Environment: May involve exposure to noise, odors, and bodily fluids.

Why Join Vassar Brothers Medical Center

Vassar Brothers Medical Center is part of the Nuvance Health network, a leading not-for-profit health system serving New Yorks Hudson Valley and western Connecticut. As a PT at Vassar, you will work in a collaborative, patient-centered environment that values professional growth, teamwork, and quality care.

Working Conditions

• Manual Skills: Significant manual skills, motor coordination, and finger dexterity.
• Occupational: Some occupational risk.
• Physical Effort: Very heavy effort. May exert up to 50 lbs. force.
• Physical Environment: Some exposure to dirt, odors, noise, human waste, etc.

Company Vassar Brothers Medical Center Org Unit: 2106 Department: IP Physical Medicine Exempt: No

Salary Range: $67.00 Hourly Additional Salary Detail The salary range and/or hourly rate listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future. When determining a team members base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered, as applicable, e.g., location, specialty, service line, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget, and internal equity.

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