Physical Therapist - Park Slope (Union Street)

As a Physical Therapist at Spear Physical and Occupational Therapy in Park Slope, your primary responsibilities will include setting clear expectations for patients' clinical progress, executing effective treatment plans, and providing supportive materials like Home Exercise Programs. You'll be deeply involved in maintaining both clinical excellence and high levels of customer service, ensuring your patients receive the utmost care and attention.

To apply for the Physical Therapist position at Spear Physical and Occupational Therapy in Park Slope, candidates must possess a valid license to practice Physical Therapy in New York and hold a Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree, a Master’s, or a Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy. We also welcome new graduates who are eager to learn and grow with our team.

At Spear in Union Street, we foster a community-oriented team culture that values collaboration and support. Our goal is for every team member to feel welcomed and empowered while providing top-notch care. Whether you’re new to the field or a seasoned clinician, you’ll find camaraderie among colleagues and a genuine commitment to patient care.

Absolutely! Spear Physical and Occupational Therapy invests heavily in the professional development of our Physical Therapists. We offer mentorship programs, a $1,500 annual Continuing Education Stipend, and in-house opportunities for monthly workshops. Our Future Leaders Program is specifically designed to cultivate the next generation of leaders in the field.

Spear Physical and Occupational Therapy is committed to ensuring work-life balance for our Physical Therapists. We understand the importance of personal time and flexibility, and we foster an environment that allows you to excel in your career while also having the time to be yourself. This includes mental health benefits and paid time off.

When answering this question, emphasize your ability to assess individual patient needs and create personalized treatment plans. Discuss how you set achievable goals and adjust plans based on each patient's response to therapy. Incorporate your understanding of collaborating with patients to ensure their active participation in their recovery.

Showcase your problem-solving skills by describing a specific patient case that posed a challenge. Highlight your approach to communication, empathy, and teamwork in resolving the issue. Be sure to detail the positive outcome and what you learned from the experience.

Illustrate your time management and organizational skills. Discuss how you set priorities based on patient needs while ensuring high standards of care. Emphasize any tools or methods you use to stay organized and focused on delivering quality service.

Educate the interviewer on the importance of patient education in therapy. Describe how you explain treatment plans, exercises, and expectations to patients to encourage engagement and compliance with their rehabilitation processes, ultimately enhancing their outcomes.

Express your admiration for Spear’s commitment to clinical excellence and its supportive community culture. Show that you’ve researched the company and resonate with its mission, values, and dedication to providing outstanding care to patients.

Demonstrate your openness to feedback and commitment to continuous learning. Share examples of how constructive criticism has helped you grow as a clinician and how you apply that feedback to improve your practice.

Discuss your empathetic approach to patient care. Highlight specific strategies you use to establish trust and rapport, such as active listening, personalized care, and ongoing communication throughout the treatment process.

Illustrate your dedication to professional growth by mentioning resources such as journals, webinars, conferences, and networking with other professionals. You can also reference Spear’s commitment to continuing education and how you plan to leverage those opportunities.

Share a specific instance where you collaborated with colleagues to achieve a successful outcome for a patient. Emphasize your role in the team's efforts and how your contributions impacted patient care positively.

Discuss a variety of strategies you use to encourage patient motivation, such as goal setting, celebrating small victories, and providing ongoing encouragement and education. Tailor your response to reflect the supportive environment at Spear.