Archive for category: Rehabilitation Services
From physical therapist assistant to lead physical therapist and beyond, discover a Truly Compassionate career in physical therapy at Northwell Health
Take the first step toward a rewarding career in rehabilitation services and join our Truly Compassionate team of physical therapists. At Northwell Health, our physical therapists provide exceptional care to our patients during their recovery journey while having access to professional development resources and programs to help them grow in their career.
Whether you are just starting out as a physical therapy assistant or want to take the next step in your physical therapy career, Northwell offers resources designed to support you in your career journey. Team members across our health system have access to competitive pay and benefits, clinical pathways and opportunities for professional growth across multiple specialties, among other benefits.
Below, you can learn more about one of the many ways you can grow in your physical therapy career, from physical therapist assistant to lead physical therapist. For the complete job profiles of each role, we invite you to visit NorthwellCareers.com or click on the link below to discover a career well cared for at Northwell.
Check out our available physical therapist positions.
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Take the first step toward a career in rehabilitation services at Northwell Health
Are you interested in rehabilitation therapy programs or services that aid patient care? From audiology assistant to rehabilitation services aide, Northwell Health offers a number of opportunities to help you get started on your career journey.
At Northwell Health, we are committed to helping our team members reach their full potential through skills and professional development opportunities. Our rehabilitation team members can grow their career with benefits that include tuition reimbursement, mentorship programs and more.
Below, you will find some exciting career opportunities Northwell offers in rehabilitation services that only require an associate’s degree or high school diploma and/or certification. Take the first step toward a rewarding career at Northwell Health.
Check out our rehabilitation services positions across Northwell.
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The compassionate care of Northwell’s home care providers
Our home care professionals at Northwell Health provide a comfortable and healing space for our patients and their families. We’re proud to recognize our amazing team of nurses, therapists, aides, social workers and more, who are making a difference.
Meet some of our team members in home care and learn their favorite thing about their career below:
Danielle Walker, Home Care Registered Nurse, Staten Island
As a registered nurse, Danielle provides a full range of care to her patients from educating them on their disease, providing treatment to their wounds and offering emotional support. “I love being able to provide a sense of security and calmness to a patient and their families,” says Danielle. “We provide an “extra set of eyes” and ears for the doctors so that we can continue to provide the care that they need as they return to their home.”
Steven Boym, Registered Nurse and Coordinator of Care, Northwell Health at Home
Working as a registered nurse and coordinator of care, Steven performs initial admission visits to patients for the home care program. In this role he works with physicians and colleagues in the home care interdisciplinary team, such as physical and occupation therapists and social workers to plan the patient’s course of care. “Helping patients to recover from sickness brings the most satisfaction to my work,” Steve says. “I like to assist physicians in treating patients with chronic and complex wounds. Northwell Health has helped me in becoming a certified wound care specialist.”
Thomas Onorato, Home Care Physical Therapist, New Hyde Park
As a physical therapist, Thomas plays a vital role in providing evaluations of function, teaching exercises and skills to better improve movement and activity performance for his patients. “Providing physical therapy in the home is fantastic because of the one-on-one time we spend with patients,” says Thomas. “We see directly the environment with which patients must interact and can make meaningful recommendations to facilitate successful completion of their daily tasks. We work with patients to develop flexibility, strength, balance, endurance and coordination and suggest movement strategies and environmental adaptations to help them achieve what is most important to them.”
Yvonne Foley, Home Care Registered Nurse, Westbury
Working as a registered nurse, Yvonne facilitates a safe transition from the hospital and rehab to the community. She ensures the patient is safe in the home, taking medications correctly, and educates them on their disease and symptoms. “My goal is for all my patients to achieve their maximum independence in a timely fashion,” says Yvonne. “My favorite part of home care is the variety. No two days are ever the same and I have time to develop a relationship with patients and their families. It is extremely satisfying to discharge a patient from home care, and they are able to resume their previous lifestyle.”
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Trust, honor and dedication – All in a day’s work for physical therapist and veteran Leslie Rudin
If you had to describe members of the US military, the adjectives brave, selfless and strong probably come to mind. It’s no surprise that many who leave the service go on to equally as inspiring careers — including many who work in healthcare. This is certainly true of Leslie Rudin, a physical therapist at LIJ Valley Stream Hospital and proud US Navy veteran.
Stationed at the former Naval Air Station Miramar, widely known as the setting of the movie Top Gun, Leslie served as a plane captain, launching and landing fighter jets. Honorably discharged as a YN3 Petty Officer 3rd Class, she returned to New York and completed a bachelor’s degree at Queen’s College before launching a career in advertising.
During this time, Leslie also married and started a family. When her middle son was diagnosed with autism, she found herself drawn to pursue a new career in healthcare. Goal-oriented and never afraid to tackle a challenge, she obtained her doctorate degree in physical therapy before being hired at LIJ Valley Stream.
Leslie finds that many of the skills and habits she learned while in the military have served her well as a physical therapist.
“It started from making beds in the military,” says Leslie. “It stays with you. I’m very thorough and time-efficient. In fact, I still use military time.”
Leslie also finds that being a veteran enables her to connect in a unique way with the patients she helps every day – especially those who also have served in the armed forces. She believes that it fosters a level of trust and connection that helps her excel in her role.
“I learned respect and dignity in the military,” says Leslie. “This has carried over to how I treat patients.”
When not focusing on helping Northwell patients regain their strength, balance and mobility, Leslie continues to advocate for her son while enjoying quality time with family and friends.
Northwell Health is sponsoring Side by Side: A Celebration of Service™, a special, first-of-its-kind event honoring our veterans, active duty military and their families. This two-part event, taking place on May 25 in New York City, will feature exciting musical performances, exhibits and inspirational stories from true heroes. Learn more.
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