If a New York State license or limited permit is not held, must be hired within 90 days of graduation from New York State or APTA-accredited physical therapist education program and meet Practice Exemption under New York State Physical Therapy License requirements. Moderate - Clinical - Moderate clinical roles are patient facing roles that require continual movement, including standing, walking, and lifting 20–50 lbs., along with pushing and pulling medical equipment and assisting with patient positioning.