Physical Therapist – Pelvic Health

University of Washington; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 69,000 - 101,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Washington Medical Center – Northwest – Sports Therapy Department in Seattle, WA, is seeking a Part-Time Physical Therapist specializing in pelvic health. The role focuses exclusively on pelvic rehabilitation with a 26-hour work week and a day shift.

The therapist will evaluate, treat, and monitor pelvic health patients, collaborating with other providers to optimize outcomes. Licensure in WA and 5+ years of PT experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program.
• Current Washington State license to practice as a Physical Therapist.
• 5+ years of work experience as a physical therapist.
• Experience in pelvic health rehabilitation or related specialty.

Responsibilities

• Provide initial evaluation and determine pelvic rehabilitation needs.
• Evaluate progress and adjust treatment plans for maximum benefit.
• Administer exercises, manual therapy, and other treatments to relieve pain and improve function.
• Train patients in exercises, ambulation, and activities of daily living.
• Develop home exercise programs and educate patients and families.

Skills

Pelvic health experience

Pelvic floor rehabilitation

Licensed PT WA

Education

Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy

Job description

No Telework

Seattle, WA

Part time

Job Description

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 Center–Northwest 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

-

Benefits

For information about benefits for this position, visit https://www.washington.edu/jobs/benefits-for-uw-staff/

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 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 publicby 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.

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 (https://policy.uw.edu/directory/po/executive-orders/eo-81-prohibiting-discrimination-harassment-and-sexual-misconduct/).

To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or [e-mail] .

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 (https://app.leg.wa.gov/RCW/default.aspx?cite=28B.112.080) .

University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.