Physical Therapist Inpatient
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Job Location:
Seattle, OR - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Job Description
The University of Washington Medical Center Northwest Physical Therapy Department has an outstanding opportunity for a Physical Therapist - Inpatient.
WORK SCHEDULE
Full-Time / 40Hours Per Week
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
PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Plans and Evaluates Care includes but is not limited to:
Review physicians referral and patients medical record reviews diagnosis and determines therapy treatment required.
Evaluate and monitor patients progression and makes appropriate adjustments to treatment plan to achieve maximum benefit.
Prior to therapy intervention perform and document an initial exam and evaluate data and diagnosis to identify problems.
Administer position and exercises massage and other treatments (including use of special equipment) to relieve pain increase flexibility and strength and/or decrease patients disability.
Perform wound care and wound debriment per physician order if certified to do so.
Follow established procedures and observes all safety precautions in the application and the use of heat cold light water sound message debriment and electrical stimulation.
Train patients in exercises ambulation and activities of daily living.
When appropriate establish a home program to encourage patient involvement and independence.
REQUIRED POSITION QUALIFICATIONS
Four to seven years of university study which leads to a baccalaureate Masters or Doctorate degree in Physical Therapy (DPT) from an American Physical Association-approved school.
OR
equivalent education and/or experience
LICENSE REQUIRED
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 CenterNorthwest 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.
ABOUT UW MEDICINE WHERE YOUR IMPACT GOES FURTHER
UW Medicine is Washingtons only health system that includes a top-rated medical school and an internationally recognized research center. UW Medicines 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 tomorrows 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 29000 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.
Compensation Benefits and Position Details
Pay Range Minimum:
$49.30 hourlyPay Range Maximum:
$71.68 hourlyOther Compensation:
-Benefits:
For information about benefits for this position visit Shift (United States of America)Temporary or Regular
This is a regular positionFTE (Full-Time Equivalent):
100.00%Union/Bargaining Unit:
SEIU 1199NW UWMC Northwest ProfessionalAbout the UW
Working at the University of Washington provides a unique opportunity to change lives on our campuses in our state and around the world.
UW employees bring their boundless energy creative problem-solving skills and dedication to building stronger minds and a healthier return they enjoy outstanding benefits opportunities for professional growth and the chance to work in an environment known for its diversity intellectual excitement artistic pursuits and natural beauty.
Our Commitment
The University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equal opportunity employer the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race color creed religion national origin citizenship sex pregnancy age marital status sexual orientation gender identity or expression genetic information disability or veteran status consistent with UW Executive Order No. 81.
To request disability accommodation in the application process contact the Disability Services Office at or .
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.
Required Experience:
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