Physical Therapy Aide – Strength & Performance Specialist
Recalibrate Physical Therapy | Midtown Manhattan, NY
Recalibrate Physical Therapy is seeking a motivated and dynamic Physical Therapy Aide with a strong background in exercise science, strength training, and performance-based rehabilitation to join our team in Midtown Manhattan.
This is not a traditional PT aide position.
Our clinic operates through a highly individualized model centered around progressive overload, strength-based rehabilitation, movement quality, and long-term physical resilience. We are looking for someone who understands both rehabilitation fundamentals and higher-level strength and conditioning concepts.
The ideal candidate is comfortable bridging the gap between rehab and performance — someone who understands basic corrective exercise but is equally comfortable around barbell training, athletic movement, and gym-based rehabilitation.
Patient Population
- Post-operative orthopedic patients
- Chronic pain patients
- Active adults
- Martial artists and combat sport athletes
- Strength-training and fitness-oriented individuals
- Patients transitioning back into exercise and activity
Recalibrate Physical Therapy also operates alongside New York City Performance Lab, a performance and longevity-focused business that creates opportunities for collaboration and cross-referral among rehabilitation, recovery, performance, and longevity-focused clients.
Responsibilities
- Assist with rehabilitation and exercise sessions
- Guide patients through strength-based rehab programs
- Support movement preparation, exercise progression, and recovery work
- Maintain a professional and organized training environment
- Assist with patient flow and clinic operations
- Provide high-quality interaction with an active and professional patient population
Ideal Candidate
- Background in exercise science, kinesiology, strength and conditioning, or related field
- Strong understanding of gym-based training principles
- Familiarity with strength training, powerlifting, weightlifting, or athletic performance
- Professional, energetic, and adaptable
- Strong interpersonal communication skills
- Comfortable working in a collaborative rehab-performance environment
Preferred (Not Required)
- Experience in personal training, strength coaching, rehab settings, or athletic performance
- Interest in physical therapy, sports medicine, or performance coaching
- Experience with combat sports or athletic populations
What Makes This Different
- Exposure to rehabilitation, performance, and longevity-focused care
- Gym-based rehab environment
- Opportunity to work alongside a progressive strength-based PT model
- Collaborative atmosphere integrating rehab, recovery, and performance Part-time considered.
Compensation based on experience and structure.
Pay: $18.00 - $25.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
