Physical Therapist - Adult Acute - Per Diem

Company: UW Health
Location: Madison
Posted on: June 1, 2025

Job Description:

Work Schedule:
Per diem, day shift. Minimum requirement of one (1) weekend per month and one (1) holiday shift with the associated weekend per year. Hours may vary based on operational needs of department.

Be part of something remarkable.
Bring your passion for helping people to the #1 hospital in Wisconsin!
We are seeking a Physical Therapist with acute care experience to:

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• Provide consultative and rehabilitative treatment services to complex patients admitted to University Hospital in acute care settings.
  
• Work collaboratively with the interdisciplinary team to create comprehensive evidence-based treatment plans to maximize functional outcomes and discharge plans.
  
• 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. Basic Life Support (BLS) within three months of hire.
  
  Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
  UW Health is committed to fostering a workplace that creates belonging for everyone and is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. Our respect for people shines through patient care interactions and our daily work practices as we work to embrace the knowledge, unique perspectives and qualities each employee and faculty member brings to work each day. It is the policy of UW Health to provide equal opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.
  
  in Madison is a Magnet-designated facility that's and considered one of the nation's leading hospitals, teaching institutions and referral centers.
  in Madison, Wisconsin-also a Magnet-designated facility-provides specialized care in a healing environment designed especially for pediatric patients and their families. American Family Children's Hospital is a comprehensive pediatric medical and surgical center , with nationally recognized pediatric specialists in a wide range of fields. It is also home to our and , which cares for the tiniest patients throughout Wisconsin and beyond.
  - is UW Health's newest hospital and one of the most advanced hospitals and wellness centers in the country. Here, health care is seen as a holistic endeavor where our mission is to not only diagnose and treat you when you're sick, but also to partner with you in health and wellness.
  
  
  

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