Physical Therapist - Inpatient Rehab
Position Summary
The Physical Therapist evaluates, plans, and implements medically prescribed treatment programs for patients to restore functions, relieve pain and prevent disability following disease or injury. This professional-level position operates independently, applying discretion and good judgment toward ensuring high-quality therapeutic care.
Responsibilities
- Perform well in stress and emergency situations
- Perform patient evaluations/re-evaluations, establish a treatment plan, and modify the treatment plan according to the needs of the patient and response to treatment
- Perform treatment interventions for outpatient and/or inpatient population as directed
- Perform documentation in the medical record that is timely and accurate
- Communicate well with patients, peers, and other health professionals in the coordination of care for the patients
Requirements
- Successful completion of state board examination
- Currently licensed to practice physical therapy in the State of Washington
- Experience in orthopedic, neurologic, cardiac patient management desirable
About Good Samaritan Hospital
MultiCare Good Samaritan Hospital is a 388-bed acute-care hub serving Puyallup and East Pierce County. As the area's only hospital, it features a Family Birth Center, Level III Trauma and Neonatal ICUs, Level I Trauma Rehabilitation Center, Children's Therapy Unit and a 24-hour Emergency Department. Innovative facilities like the LEED Gold-certified Dally Tower and Pulse Heart Institute make Good Samaritan a dynamic workplace for clinicians eager to advance their careers in a state-of-the-art environment.
About The Puyallup Community
Nestled at the foot of Mount Rainier along the Puyallup River, Puyallup offers a welcoming small-town feel just 10 miles from Tacoma and 35 miles from Seattle. Residents enjoy unique dining, an antique-filled downtown, excellent schools and abundant parks and recreation — all while being close to big-city opportunities.
Why MultiCare?
- Rooted in the local community — partnering with patients, families and neighbors across the Pacific Northwest for more than 140 years
- Growth and education — competitive tuition assistance, award-winning residencies, fellowships and career development to invest in you
- Well-being and support — generous PTO, Code Lavender and Employee Assistance Programs to help you maintain balance and feel cared in your work and life
- Living our values — respect, integrity, kindness and collaboration guide how we care for patients, communities and each other
- Belonging for all — Resource Groups and outreach programs help ensure every team member feels safe, seen, heard and valued
- Pacific Northwest lifestyle — work and live where natural beauty, adventure and strong community connections are part of everyday life
Pay and Benefits
We provide a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive salary, medical, dental and retirement benefits and paid time off. The pay scale is $47.46 - $75.24 USD. Pay is influenced by factors specific to applicants, including skill set, level of experience, and certification(s) and/or education. If this position is associated with a union contract, pay will be reflective of the appropriate step on the pay scale to which the applicant's years of experience align.