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University of Washington PHYSICAL THERAPIST 3 (60% FTE, DAYS) in Seattle, Washington
Req #: 233242
Department: UW MEDICAL CENTER-MONTLAKE - REHAB THERAPIES
Posting Date: 04/24/2024
Closing Info: Open Until Filled
Salary: 60% of $8,391 - $12,370 per month
Shift: First Shift
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UW Medical Center-Montlake – Rehabilitation Therapies has an outstanding opportunity for a PHYSICAL THERAPIST 3 - INPATIENT. WORK SCHEDULE - 60% FTE; 24 hours per week - Day Shift
POSITION HIGHLIGHTS The PT3 will be responsible for evaluation, planning, directing and administering physical therapy evaluation and intervention to patients with complex medical diagnosis and/or difficult social situations (multi system impairments and or multiple co morbidities) referred by a licensed provider. This individual will administer treatments and physical agents as determined by the evaluation in an effort to restore function and prevent further disability following injury, disease or physical disability.
DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION UW Medicine Rehabilitation - Our multidisciplinary team is centered around compassion and innovation. We work closely with many types of specialists to give each patient the best possible path to recovery. Our passion and dedication to our purpose has allowed us to be recognized by the U.S. News & World Report as one of the top rehabilitation programs in the nation. Become part of our team and join our mission to make life healthier for everyone in our community!
PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES Under general supervision, this individual will assess, plan, administer, evaluate and provide safe physical therapy care. This will include progression of treatment goals and patient and family education. The PT3 will assess and treat a patient caseload ranging from routine to complex patient problems and situations. Collaborate with other disciplines as appropriate to coordinate continuity of patient care. Implement treatment programs, which include the use of physical agents, manual therapy, therapeutic exercise and functional training. Instruct, assign work and evaluate students as assigned by supervisor.
This position provides opportunities to work with skilled competent therapists, ready and willing to teach new clinicians. The department is team oriented and a dynamic workgroup willing to help each other. Values team communication, motivated to reach to a higher level of care for patients. Works closely with physicians, nurses and other disciplines who value Physical Therapy skills and their contributions to the team.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS A Bachelor’s degree from a recognized school of physical therapy or completion of a Physical Therapy program AND at least two years of relevant experience as a Physical Therapist. OR Equivalent education/experience. - Current Washington State license to practice as a Physical Therapist.
ABOUT UW MEDICAL CENTER-MONTLAKE UW Medical Center is an acute care academic medical center located in Seattle with two campuses: Montlake and Northwest. As the No. 1 hospital in Seattle and Washington State since 2012 (U.S. News & World Report) and nationally ranked in seven specialties, UW Medical Center prides itself on compassionate patient care as well as its pioneering medical advances.
The UW Medical Center-Montlake campus is located on the edge of the beautiful UW campus which includes many amenities available to our staff as well as very convenient public transit options including the Sound Transit’s light rail station across the street.
Excellence. Exploration. Education. Become part of our team. Join our mission to make life healthier for everyone in our community.
ABOUT UW MEDICINE – WHERE YOUR IMPACT GOES FURTHER UW Medicine is Washington’s only health system that includes a top-rated medical school and an internationally recognized research center. UW Medicine’s mission is to improve the health of the public by advancing medical knowledge, providing outstanding primary and specialty care to the people of the region, and preparing tomorrow’s physicians, scientists and other health professionals.
All across UW Medicine, our employees collaborate to perform the highest quality work with integrity and compassion and to create a respectful, welcoming environment where every patient, family, student and colleague is valued and honored. Nearly 29,000 healthcare professionals, researchers, and educators work in the UW Medicine family of organizations that includes: Harborview Medical Center, UW Medical Center - Montlake, UW Medical Center - Northwest, Valley Medical Center, UW Medicine Primary Care, UW Physicians, UW School of Medicine, and Airlift Northwest.
Become part of our team. Join our mission to make life healthier for everyone in our community.
University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.