Physical Therapist - Clinician
Location: , Wisconsin
Description: University of Wisconsin Hospital and Clinics is employing Physical Therapist - Clinician right now, this career will be settled in Wisconsin. More details about this career opportunity please read the description below. Posting Summary
Under the direction of the team supervisor/manager, the Clinician Physical Therapist provides physical therapy services. Patient/client evaluation, con! sultation, and treatment are conducted using broad guidelines, requiring a high degree of independence and innovation in decision-making.
Involving other health care team members is essential. The Clinician practices in collaboration with other members of the health care team and demonstrates respectful interactions with patients/clients, colleagues, and others. Practice incorporates and emphasizes education to patients, clients, families, and others.
Coverage to other areas within the Department of Orthopedics and Rehabilitation is provided as necessary based on patient/client demands. Occasional work is required on weekends and holidays.
The Clinician manages technical, environmental, and financial resources effectively. The Clinician also is responsible for the supervision of clinical support staff.
Problems encountered are of a moderate level of difficulty and can usually be solved by referring to program resources, subject matter exp! erts, and/or management. General supervision and direction wil! l be provided. Consultation with other staff is expected regularly.
The Clinician works with a wide variety of internal and external constituents, including (but are not limited to) team members, staff and physicians inside and outside the Department of Orthopedics and Rehabilitation, patients, families, vendors, and insurance representatives.
As a requirement of the position, the Clinician has regular access to and knowledge of the confidential medical history of patients/clients in their care. Documentation is required and is in accordance with professional and regulatory guidelines.
Qualifications
1. Graduate of an accredited, entry-level degree program (Baccalaureate or higher) in Physical Therapy is required.
2. Minimum of six months of professional experience is required. Pediatric experience preferred.
3. Licensure as a Physical Therapist in the State of Wisconsin is required.
4. Certification in Healthcare Provider Car! diopulmonary Resuscitation and Automatic External Defibrillator is required.
5.Familiarity with a variety of equipment, including computer software, is required.
6. Organization, time management, flexibility, and positive attitude are crucial to successful performance.
7. Physical Requirements: According to the US Department of Labor Dictionary of Occupational Titles (DOT), the strength requirement of a physical therapist is medium. Medium is defined as exerting (to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects) 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally (1/3 of the time), and/or 10 to 20 pounds of force frequently (2/3 of the time), and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly. Must have the ability to bend, lift, and assist with transfers. Must have adequate physical strength to assist with resistive activities. Medium: Ability to lift up to 50 pounds maximum with frequent lifting/and or carrying objects weighing up to 25 pounds.
Pay
Thi! s is a Represented position and falls into Pay Grade 6PT. The salary ra! nge begins at $30.80 per hour. Education, experience, tenure and internal equity may be taken into consideration when job offers are extended.
Work Schedule
Tuesday through Saturday with hours between 8:00am and 4:30pm.
Benefits
This position is in the "1199" Benefits package. UWHC employees enjoy competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefit package.
- Vacation (13 days) // (pro-rated for part-time employees)
- Holidays (9 days) // (pro-rated for part-time employees)
- Half-day floating holiday at time of hire
- Sick Leave (13 days/year) // (pro-rated for part-time employees)
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Disability Insurance
- Retirement (covered in the Wisconsin Retirement system on day 1)
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Worker's Compensation
- Tax-Sheltered Annuities (TSA)
- Employee Reimbursement Accounts! (ERA)
For addition information, please look on the uwhealth.org website in the careers section.
Staffing Team
Contact Amy Langenohl for more information at ALangenohl@uwhealth.org or at 608-265-8897.
Who We Are...
University of Wisconsin Hospital and Clinics is a 566 bed facility that ranks among the finest academic medical centers in the United States. Frequently cited in publications listing the nation's best health care providers, UW Hospital and Clinics is recognized as a national leader in fields such as cancer treatment, pediatrics, ophthalmology, surgical specialties and organ transplantation.
UW Hospital and Clinics offers:
- More than 900 active medical! staff and more than 80 outpatient clinics.
- Six intensive care! units (trauma and life support, pediatric, cardiac, cardiothoracic, burn, neurosurgery) with 83 total beds .
- Nine satellite locations .
- One of only two organizations in Wisconsin with designated level One Adult and Pediatric trauma centers.
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This career will be opened on: Wed, 06 Nov 2013 01:38:03 GMT
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