Physical Therapist
Job Location:
Seattle, WA - USA
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Job Summary
Job Description
The University of Washington Medical Center Northwest Sports Therapy Department has an outstanding opportunity for a Physical Therapist - Pelvic Health Specialist.
WORK SCHEDULE
Part-Time / 26 Hours Per Week
Day Shift
POSITION HIGHLIGHTS
Provide pelvic rehabilitation services to a variety of patients including perimenopausal mothers athletes patients with incontinence and patients experiencing pelvic health complications.
The Physical Therapist will serve as the pelvic health subject matter expert on our team and will work closely with our providers to support patients with pelvic health needs. This positions caseload will consist of 100% pelvic health patients.
When needed the Physical Therapist will also provide general musculoskeletal rehabilitation services.
PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Provide initial evaluation and determination of appropriate pelvic rehabilitation needs
Evaluate and monitor patients progression and makes appropriate adjustments to treatment plan to achieve maximum benefit
Administer position and exercises massage and other treatments to relieve pain increase flexibility and strength and decrease patients disability
Train patients in exercises ambulation and activities of daily living
When appropriate establish a home program to encourage patient involvement and independence
Train patient and family members in home treatment procedures
Confer with patient medical practitioners and appropriate others to plan implement and assess the treatment program
DESIRED
5 years of work experience in a physical therapist capacity
Demonstrated experience in pelvic health rehabilitation pelvic floor rehabilitation or pelvic girdle rehabilitation
REQUIRED POSITION QUALIFICATIONS
A Bachelors degree from a recognized school of physical therapy or completion of a Physical Therapy program and one year relevant experience.
Equivalent education and/or experience may substitute for minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements such as a license certification and/or registration.
LEGAL REQUIREMENT
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:
$50.29 hourlyPay Range Maximum:
$73.11 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):
65.00%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.
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