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Physical Therapy Assistant - $25-37 per hour

UW Health

Madison (WI)

On-site

USD 40,000 - 70,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapy Assistant to join their team in Madison, Wisconsin. This role involves treating a diverse patient population with chronic pain and assisting in individualized rehabilitation programs. The ideal candidate will work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to ensure exceptional patient care. With a commitment to diversity and inclusion, this organization values the unique perspectives of its employees. If you are passionate about making a difference in patient health and wellness, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Holiday Pay

Vision benefits

Continuing Education

Sick pay

Dental benefits

Life insurance

Discount program

Pet insurance

Wellness and fitness programs

Medical benefits

Qualifications

Prior healthcare experience is required, preferably in home health.
State of Wisconsin licensure as a Physical Therapist Assistant is required.

Responsibilities

Assist supervising Physical Therapist with rehabilitation programs.
Communicate efficiently with PTs and other departments for care coordination.

Skills

Patient Care

Communication Skills

Rehabilitation Programs

Team Collaboration

Education

Associate's Degree as a Physical Therapist Assistant

UW Health is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant for a job in MADISON, Wisconsin.

Job Description & Requirements

Specialty: Physical Therapy Assistant
Discipline: Therapy
Duration: Ongoing
Employment Type: Staff

Work Schedule:

100% FTE, 40 hours/week. 8-hour day shifts scheduled Monday through Friday between the hours of 7:00 AM – 6:30 PM. Hours may vary based on the operational needs of department.

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We are seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant to:

Treat an orthopedic/spine chronic pain patient population of all ages, assist the supervising Physical Therapist in guiding this patient population through appropriate individualized rehabilitation programs to meet the goals and objectives per the Physical Therapist’s evaluation and plan of care.
Efficiently communicate with PTs, physician referral sources, and other UW Health departments for care coordination and collaboration.
Work within an interdisciplinary pain management team to continually provide exceptional patient and family centered care.

Qualifications

Associate's Degree as a Physical Therapist Assistant Required

Work Experience

Prior healthcare experience Required
Home Health: One (1) year prior PTA or equivalent experience Required
Professional experience as a Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant Preferred
Home Health: One (1) year home health therapy experience as a Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant Preferred

Licenses & Certifications

State of Wisconsin licensure as a Physical Therapist Assistant Upon Hire Required
Basic Life Support (BLS) within 3 months Required
Valid Wisconsin driver’s license and current auto insurance Upon Hire Required

Our Commitment to Diversity and InclusionUW Health is committed to being a diverse, inclusive and anti-racist workplace and is an Equal Employment Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. Our integrity shines through in 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. Applications from Black, Indigenous and People of Color (BIPOC) individuals, LGBTQ+ and non-binary identities, women, persons with disabilities, military service members and veterans are strongly encouraged. EOE, including disability/veterans.

UW Health 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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UW Health Job ID #37058. Posted job title: Physical Therapist Assistant – Orthopedic/Spine

About UW Health

UW Health is an integrated academic health system that is home to the No. 1 hospital in Wisconsin (for the 13th year in a row) as ranked by U.S. News & World Report. We’re made up of six main hospitals, one JOA partner hospital in Madison and two hospitals located within the main hospital in Illinois. We also have more than 90 clinics across Wisconsin and northern Illinois.

UW Health cares for more than 800,000 patients each year and employs more than 24,000 people — one of the region’s largest employers. Many of our 1,800 physicians are faculty members at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health, one of the nation’s highly regarded medical schools.

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