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PHYSICAL THERAPIST - INPATIENT (FULL-TIME, DAYS)
 

PHYSICAL THERAPIST - INPATIENT (FULL-TIME, DAYS)
Req #: 244227
Department: UW MEDICAL CENTER-NORTHWEST - REHAB THERAPIES
Job Location: UW Medical Center - Northwest
Posting Date: 03/27/2025 
Closing Info: Open Until Filled 
Salary: $47.86 - $69.59 per hour 
Other Compensation:  
Union Position: Yes
Shift: First Shift 
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    • UW Medical Center-Northwest – Rehabilitation Therapies has an outstanding opportunity for a PHYSICAL THERAPIST - INPATIENT.

    WORK SCHEDULE
    - FULL-TIME; 40 HOURS/WEEK; 100% FTE
    - Day Shift

    POSITION HIGHLIGHTS
    This role performs physical therapy treatments and related duties as prescribed by an MD, DO, DDS, PA, ARNP, podiatrist, chiropractor or naturopathic physician.  Assigned patients may be hospital inpatients.

    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

    Plans and Evaluates Care, includes but is not limited to:
  • Reviews physician’s referral and patient’s medical record, reviews diagnosis, and determines therapy treatment required.
  • Evaluates and monitors patient’s progression and makes appropriate adjustments to treatment plan to achieve maximum benefit.

    Provides, Progresses,  and Documents Care, includes but is not limited to:
  • Prior to therapy intervention, performs and documents an initial exam and evaluates data and diagnosis to identify problems.
  • Administers position and exercises, massage, and other treatments (including use of special equipment) to relieve pain, increase flexibility and strength, and/or decrease patient’s disability.
  • Performs wound care and wound debriment, per physician order, if certified to do so.
  • Follows established procedures and observes all safety precautions in the application and the use of heat, cold, light, water, sound, message, debriment, and electrical stimulation.

    Meets departmental standards for quality, customer service, and productivity.
  • Records patient’s treatment, progress, and response in patient’s chart/computer record.
  • Submits charge tickets to reflect time spent with patients seen each day.
  • Participates in assisting other areas of the department if needed, including clerical and reception activities.

    Provides for Continuing Care, includes but is not limited to:
  • Trains patients in exercises, ambulation, and activities of daily living.
  • When appropriate, establishes a home program to encourage patient involvement and independence.
  • Trains patient and family members in home treatment procedures.
  • Discharges patient from therapy when goals or projected outcomes have been attained; provides for appropriate follow-up care or referrals.

    Communication and Collaboration, includes but is not limited to:
  • Confers with patient, medical practitioners and appropriate others to plan, implement, and assess the treatment program.
  • Observes and reports patient’s responses to the referring medical practitioner by progress notes, letters and verbal communication.
  • Attends appropriate conferences and/or meetings pertaining to assigned patient.

    Training and Leadership, includes but is not limited to:
  • Trains and orients new employees and volunteers.
  • Supervises PT Assistants, PT Aides, and Volunteers.
  • Advises PT Assistant on treatment plan for assigned patients.
  • Supervises and trains assigned students and evaluates their performance.
  • Develops and presents in-service education classes as assigned.
  • Assists with organizational planning, and actively participates in the development and implementation of new programs, departmental performance improvement projects, community awareness programs, and projects that ensure the department remains compliant with all regulatory requirements.

    Equipment and Supplies, includes but is not limited to:
  • Evaluates and cares for braces, prosthesis, other active assistive devices and durable medical equipment.
  • Complies with procedures for maintenance of departmental supplies and equipment.
  • Assists in acquisition of durable medical equipment.

    REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
  • Four to seven years of university study which leads to a baccalaureate, Master's, or Doctorate degree in Physical Therapy (DPT) from an American Physical Association-approved school.
    OR
  • equivalent education and/or experience
    - Current Washington State license to practice as a Physical Therapist.

    ABOUT UW MEDICAL CENTER-NORTHWEST
    UW Medical Center is an acute care hospital 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 six specialties, UW Medical Center prides itself on compassionate patient care as well as its pioneering medical advances. 

    The UW Medical Center–Northwest campus offers emergency and inpatient and outpatient medical, surgical, and therapeutic care.  It is located in north Seattle on a beautiful, easy-to-access 44-acre campus that includes the neighboring Northwest Outpatient Medical Center and Specialty Care Meridian Pavilion.

    Teamwork. Community. Opportunity.  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.

    • Committed to attracting and retaining a diverse staff, the University of Washington will honor your experiences, perspectives and unique identity. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable and welcoming.

    The University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

    To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or dso@uw.edu.

    Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law.