Physical Therapist – 60% FTE – Outpatient Pediatrics – UW Health Rehabilitation Clinic at University of Wisconsin Hospitals and Clinics Authority in Middleton, Wisconsin

Job Description:

Join the #1 hospital in Wisconsin!

We are seeking a Pediatric Physical Therapist to:

• Provide consultative and developmentally appropriate habilitative and rehabilitative treatment services to complex pediatric patients (infant to adolescent) in the outpatient and multi-disciplinary clinic settings.


• Work collaboratively with the interdisciplinary team to create comprehensive evidence-based patient and family treatment plans to maximize functional outcomes.


• 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.

Education:

Minimum - Bachelor’s degree in Physical Therapy is required

Work Experience:

Preferred - Two (2) years prior relevant experience

Licenses and Certifications:

Minimum –

• Licensure as a Physical Therapist in the State of Wisconsin is required.


• Certification in Healthcare Provider Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation and Automatic External Defibrillator is required within 3 months of hire.

Required Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities:

• Familiarity with a variety of equipment, including computer software, is required. 


• Organization, time management, flexibility, and positive attitude are crucial to successful performance. 

Physical Requirements:

Medium: Ability to lift up to 50 pounds maximum with frequent lifting and/or carrying objects weighing up to 25 pounds.

Work Schedule:

60% FTE, 24 hours per week. This position will work 3 - 4 days/week, but specific days and times are to be determined. It also may travel to clinics at the American Family Children's Hospital and the Waisman Center. Hours may vary based on the operational needs of the department.

UW Health Clinics - our physicians and staff are dedicated to providing an exceptional patient and family experience by delivering the highest quality of care in a compassionate environment. With more than 80 primary and specialty care clinics located throughout Dane County and the surrounding areas, we are proud to have the opportunity to impact the communities we serve.

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UW Hospital and Clinics benefits

UW Health values and embraces diversity and is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.