Physical Therapist

Physical Therapist - Pelvic Health Specialist

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 position's 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 patient's 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 patient's 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 Bachelor's 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 Washington's only health system that includes a top-rated medical school and an internationally recognized research center. UW Medicine's 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 tomorrow's 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 29,000 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 hourly

Pay Range Maximum: $73.11 hourly

Other Compensation: -

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Shift: First Shift (United States of America)

Temporary or Regular?: This is a regular position

FTE (Full-Time Equivalent): 65.00%

Union/Bargaining Unit: SEIU 1199NW UWMC Northwest Professional

About 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 world. In 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 View phone number on click.appcast.io or View email address on click.appcast.io.

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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