What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physical Therapist - Emergency Department/Orthopedics position at UW Health?
Work Schedule:
100% FTE, 40 hours/week. 8 or 10-hour shifts, Outpatient: Monday through Wednesday: 7:00 AM - 4:30 PM. Emergency Department: Thursday: 2:00 PM - 8:30 PM and Friday: 2:00 PM - 8:30 PM. Hours may vary based on the operational needs of department.
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We are seeking a Physical Therapist (PT) to:
- Provide consultative and rehabilitative treatment services to patients.
- Work collaboratively with the interdisciplinary team to create comprehensive evidence-based treatment plans to maximize functional outcomes and plan of care.
- Seek continual learning opportunities to advance one's own practice and educate others.
- Work within a large, dynamic rehabilitation team to continually provide exceptional patient and family centered care.
Education:
Minimum - Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy is required.
Work Experience:
Preferred - Two (2) years prior relevant experience.
Licenses and Certifications:
Minimum - Licensure as a Physical Therapist in the State of Wisconsin is required. Certification in Healthcare Provider Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation and Automatic External Defibrillator is required within three months of hire.
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UW Health is committed to being a diverse, equitable, inclusive and anti-racist workplace and is an Equal Employment Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. Our integrity shines through in patient care interactions and our daily work practices as we work to embrace the knowledge, unique perspectives and qualities each employee and faculty member brings to work each day. Applications from Black, Indigenous and People of Color (BIPOC) individuals, LGBTQ and non-binary identities, women, persons with disabilities, military service members and veterans are strongly encouraged. EOE, including disability/veterans.
in Madison is a Magnet-designated facility that's and considered one of the nation's leading hospitals, teaching institutions and referral centers.
UW Health Clinics - our physicians and staff are dedicated to providing an exceptional patient and family experience by delivering the highest quality of care in a compassionate environment. With more than 80 primary and specialty care clinics located throughout Dane County and the surrounding areas, we are proud to have the opportunity to impact the communities we serve.
UW Health Science Drive Medical Center - on Madison's west side, is an 84,000-square foot facility housing physician and rehabilitation professionals in Cardiology, Integrative Medicine, Orthopedics, Radiology, Spine and Sports Medicine. Our Fitness Center provides a resource for both working with patients while under our care and providing education after discharge. This environment creates many opportunities for face-to-face collaboration in the care of our patients.
