Physical Therapist - Sports Rehab

Job Description

Work Schedule:

100% FTE, 40 hours/week. 8-hour day shifts. Shifts are scheduled Monday through Friday. Hours may vary based on the operational needs of the department. This position is expected to start in September 2026.

Be part of something remarkable

Bring your passion for wellness to our state-of-the-art facilities at East Madison Hospital in Madison, WI!


We are seeking a Physical Therapist (PT) to:

• Guide patients of all ages through rehabilitation programs after they have specialized sports surgeries.
• Efficiently communicate with the sports primary care physicians and sports orthopedic surgeons for care coordination and collaboration.
• Provide specialty services using video analysis of sport biomechanics.
• Assess athletes so they can return to their sport.
• Work in collaboration with sports performance staff.

At UW Health, you will have :

• An excellent benefits package, including health and dental insurance, paid time off, retirement plans, two-week paid parental leave and adoption assistance.
• Options for a variety of schedules and shifts that offer flexibility and allow for work-life balance.
• Access to great resources through the UW Health Employee Wellbeing Department that supports your emotional, financial, and physical well-being.
• Tuition benefits eligibility - UW Health invests in your professional growth by helping pay for coursework associated with career advancement.
• The opportunity to earn a referral bonus for referring friends, former colleagues or others to apply for open, posted positions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Physical Therapy Required

Work Experience

• 2 years of prior relevant experience Preferred

Licenses & Certifications

• Licensure as a Physical Therapist in the State of Wisconsin Upon Hire Required
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 3 months Required

Our Commitment to Social Impact and Belonging

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.

East Madison Hospital - 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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