Physical Therapist - Adult, Acute Care

About the role

Be part of something remarkable. Bring your passion for helping people to the #1 hospital in Wisconsin! University Hospital in Madison is a Magnet®-designated facility, ranked Wisconsin’s #1 hospital and considered one of the nation's leading hospitals, teaching institutions and referral centers. We are seeking a Physical Therapist (PT) with acute care experience to:

Responsibilities

• Provide consultative and rehabilitative treatment services to complex patients admitted to University Hospital in acute care settings.
• Work collaboratively with the interdisciplinary team to create comprehensive evidence-based treatment plans to maximize functional outcomes and discharge plans.
• Work within the context of patient- and family- centered care in a primary and specialty care academic medical center.
• Seek continual learning opportunities to advance one’s own practice and educate others.

Work Schedule

This is a full-time, day shift position. Weekly work schedule will be Wednesday-Friday, with a full weekend rotation; 4, 10-hour shifts. When working you will be onsite at University Hospital, 600 Highland Ave. Madison, WI.

Benefits

• An excellent benefits package, including health and dental insurance, paid time off, retirement plans, two-week paid parental leave and adoption assistance.
• Options for a variety of schedules and shifts that offer flexibility and allow for work-life balance.
• Access to great resources through the UW Health Employee Wellbeing Department that supports your emotional, financial, and physical well-being.
• Tuition benefits eligibility - UW Health invests in your professional growth by helping pay for coursework associated with career advancement.
• The opportunity to earn a referral bonus for referring friends, former colleagues or others to apply for open, posted positions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Physical Therapy Required
• 2 years of prior relevant experience Preferred
• Licensure as a Physical Therapist in the State of Wisconsin Upon Hire Required
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 3 months Required