Physical Therapist - Acute Care

Physical Therapist Opportunity At MultiCare Tacoma General Hospital

At MultiCare, you're more than just a job title you're part of a team built on trust that cares for each other, our patients and our communities. Belonging here means living our mission and values every day. If your purpose and passions align with ours, you'll find a place to grow, do meaningful work and build a career you love in a community that feels like home.

FTE: 1.0, Shift: Days, Schedule: 8/80 or 10/40

Position Summary

The Physical Therapist is an exciting opportunity at MultiCare, evaluating, planning, and implementing medically prescribed treatment programs for patients to restore functions, relieve pain and prevent disability following disease or injury. This professional-level position gives you the capacity for independent operations as you apply discretion and good judgment toward ensuring high-quality therapeutic care.

Responsibilities

• Perform well in stress and emergency situations
• Perform patient evaluations/re-evaluations, establish a treatment plan, and modify the treatment plan according to the needs of the patient and response to treatment
• Perform treatment interventions for outpatient and/or inpatient population as directed
• Perform documentation in the medical record that is timely and accurate
• Communicate well with patients, peers, other health professionals in the coordination of care for the patients

Requirements

• Successful completion of state board examination
• Currently licensed to practice physical therapy in the State of Washington
• Experience in orthopedic, neurologic, cardiac patient management desirable

MultiCare Tacoma General Hospital, in the heart of Tacoma, WA, is a 367-bed regional medical center delivering cutting-edge care. With a 24-hour Emergency Department, Level II Adult Trauma Center, advanced cardiac, neurological, orthopedic and robotic surgery, Tacoma General combines innovation with compassionate care. Home to the MultiCare Regional Cancer Center, a Family Birth Center and specialized neonatal care in partnership with Mary Bridge Children's, our collaborative, mission-driven teams offer a rewarding environment for career growth and professional excellence.

Tacoma, just 30 miles south of Seattle, blends big-city amenities with the beauty of the Pacific Northwest. From scenic waterfronts and mountain trails to vibrant arts, dining and brewery scenes, Tacoma offers something for everyone outdoor enthusiasts, families and young professionals alike. With strong schools and universities, it's a city where you can live, work and play.

Rooted in the local community, partnering with patients, families and neighbors across the Pacific Northwest for more than 140 years.

Competitive tuition assistance, award-winning residencies, fellowships and career development to invest in you.

Generous PTO, Code Lavender and Employee Assistance Programs to help you maintain balance and feel cared in your work and life.

Respect, integrity, kindness and collaboration guide how we care for patients, communities and each other.

Resource Groups and outreach programs help ensure every team member feels safe, seen, heard and valued.

Work and live where natural beauty, adventure and strong community connections are part of everyday life.

We provide a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive salary, medical, dental and retirement benefits and paid time off. As required by various pay transparency laws, we share a competitive range of compensation for candidates hired into each position. The pay scale is $49.36 - $78.25 USD. However, pay is influenced by factors specific to applicants, including but not limited to: skill set, level of experience, and certification(s) and/or education. If this position is associated with a union contract, pay will be reflective of the appropriate step on the pay scale to which the applicant's years of experience align.