Job detail
Physical therapist - Children's day program - *3,000 sign on bonus*
Developmental Disabilities Institute (DDI)
FULL_TIME
Posted 4/22/2026
Location
Town of Smithtown, New York
Salary
$71,000 - $81,000 / YEAR
Core responsibilities
The physical therapist will provide direct therapy services, screenings, and assessments for children with developmental disabilities within an interdisciplinary team. Responsibilities include maintaining accurate documentation, fitting adaptive equipment, and collaborating with families and staff to ensure optimal student outcomes.
Requirements summary
Candidates must hold a bachelor's degree in physical therapy and possess a current nysed license and registration. Experience treating children with intellectual and developmental disabilities is preferred.
bachelor degreeTeamworkCommunicationClinical assessmentPediatric careDocumentation managementInterdisciplinary collaborationPatient evaluationDevelopmental disabilities supportAdaptive equipmentPhysical therapyClinical observationIEP documentationStandardized testingProsthetic fittingOrthotic fittingSafety modification
Benefits
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Medical insurance
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
- Life insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Sign on bonus
- Flexible spending account
- 403(b) retirement plan