Physical Therapist Med-Surg -Full Time Day Shift

UHS; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid time off

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) with company match

Student loan refinancing

Job summary

Universal Health Services is seeking a full-time Physical Therapist for GW Hospital in Washington, DC, within the Medical-Surgical Rehabilitation Department. You will assess adult patients across neurological and musculoskeletal domains, craft individualized therapy plans, and coordinate with nurses, physicians, and social workers to optimize recovery and care transitions.

The role requires a DC license and BLS certification; hospital experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s, Master’s or Doctorate degree from an accredited Physical Therapy program.
• DC License required before start of employment.
• Current BLS certification for Healthcare Professionals (AHA or Red Cross).

Responsibilities

• Perform detailed assessments of adult patients’ neurological, musculoskeletal, sensory, cognitive, and functional needs in the acute hospital setting.
• Create and implement individualized therapy plans that support functional recovery and transition of care planning.
• Collaborate with nurses, physicians, rehab staff, social workers, and other healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive care.
• Offer guidance and education to patients and caregivers.

Skills

Effective communication

Interpersonal skills

Confidentiality

Prioritization

Education

PT degree (DPT/BSc/Master)

Job description

Responsibilities

The George Washington University Hospital’s Medical-Surgical Rehabilitation Department is seeking a Physical Therapist to join our rehab team full‑time to support the therapy needs of our hospitalized patients. GW Hospital is a 385 bed Level 1 Trauma Center, Academic Medical Center, and Comprehensive Stroke Center located in the heart of Washington, DC. GW offers clinical expertise and world‑class care in a variety of areas including cardiac, cancer, neuroscience, critical care, trauma, women’s health, organ and tissue transplant, and advanced surgical techniques. Our rehab therapists work at the top of their license alongside other healthcare professionals to enhance patients’ functional recovery and self‑actualization, provide consultative services, make recommendations, and elevate patient care through unit and system‑based quality initiatives, evidence‑based research and practice, and true interdisciplinary care.

Position Summary

• Perform detailed assessments of adult patients’ neurological, musculoskeletal, sensory, cognitive, and functional needs in the acute hospital setting.
• Create and implement individualized therapy plans that support patients’ functional recovery and transition of care planning.
• Work in close coordination with nurses, physicians, rehab staff, social workers, and other healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive care for patients.
• Offer guidance and education to patients and caregivers
• This position is 40 hours (five 8‑hour weekday shifts) per week, with one required weekend shift per month.

Relocation bonus available (if applicable)

Benefit Highlights

• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans
• 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
• SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program
• More information is available on our Benefits Guest Website: benefits.uhsguest.com

Qualifications

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor’s, Master’s or Doctorate degree from an accredited Physical Therapy program
• Experience in a hospital setting preferred
• Must have DC License before start of employment
• Current certification in Basic Life Support for Healthcare Professionals by AHA or Red Cross

Skills:

• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written
• Effective interpersonal skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Ability to adapt to multiple and changing priorities

About Universal Health Services

One of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (NYSE: UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance, growing since its inception into a Fortune 500 corporation. Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has 99,000 employees. Through its subsidiaries, UHS operates 30 acute care hospitals, 331 behavioral health facilities, 60 outpatient and other facilities in 39 U.S. States, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom.

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