Physical Therapist - Emergency Department and Acute Care

Work Schedule:

100% FTE, 40 hours/week. 8-hour day shifts. Shifts are scheduled Monday through Friday between the hours of 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM and 10:00 AM - 6:30 PM. One (1) Saturday shift every six (6) weeks. Hours may vary based on the operational needs of the department.

Pay:

• Additional components of compensation may include:

  • Weekend differential

• Relocation assistance may be available for qualified applicants

Be part of something remarkable

Enjoy a fast-paced, high-acuity setting and contribute to our innovative and collaborative rehabilitation team!

We are seeking a highly skilled and adaptable Physical Therapist (PT) to:

• Provide expert consultative and rehabilitation services to patients in our dynamic Emergency Department, including those with complex medical presentations requiring nuanced differential diagnosis and rapid functional assessment.
• Deliver comprehensive physical therapy services to patients on acute medical floors, where your flexible skillset contributes to managing diverse diagnoses, complex comorbidities, and varying levels of medical acuity.
• Collaborate closely with physicians, nurses, and other allied health professionals to inform diagnostic decisions, guide disposition planning, and develop evidence-based, patient-centered treatment strategies.
• Engage in continuous professional development to stay current with emerging evidence and best practices in emergency and acute care rehabilitation.

At UW Health, you will have:

• 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

Work Experience

• 2 years of prior relevant experience Preferred

Licenses & Certifications

• Licensure as a Physical Therapist in the State of Wisconsin Upon Hire Required
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 3 months Required

Our Commitment to Social Impact and Belonging

UW Health is committed to fostering a workplace that creates belonging for everyone and is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. Our respect for people shines through 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. It is the policy of UW Health to provide equal opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

East Madison Hospital - is UW Health's newest hospital and one of the most advanced hospitals and wellness centers in the country. Here, health care is seen as a holistic endeavor where our mission is to not only diagnose and treat you when you're sick, but also to partner with you in health and wellness.