Supervisor, Occupational Therapy & Physical Therapy - Sports Rehab

UW Health; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plans

Two-week parental leave

Adoption assistance

Tuition benefits

Referral bonus

Job summary

UW Health in Madison (East Madison Hospital) seeks a Supervisor for Occupational and Physical Therapy to lead OT/PT staff, plan staffing and recruit for future needs, and shape therapy programs, procedures and protocols. You will ensure high-quality patient care as an OT or PT within a hospital setting.

The role offers 100% FTE (40 hours/week) with 8-hour day shifts Mon–Fri and occasional weekend coverage, emphasizing leadership and program development in a top-tier healthcare system.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Therapy or Physical Therapy – Required.
• Master's Degree in related field or health-care administration – Preferred.
• Doctorate Degree in related field or health-care administration – Preferred.
• 3 years of OT or PT experience – Required.
• Wisconsin OT and PT licensure – Required.
• CPR/AED certification – Required.

Responsibilities

• Provide team-based leadership for OT and PT staff.
• Manage long-range staffing planning including recruitment/retention.
• Develop and manage therapy programs, procedures, and protocols.
• Deliver remarkable patient care as an OT or PT per role description.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Staffing planning

Program development

Patient care focus

Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in OT/PT

Master's Degree (preferred)

Doctorate (preferred)

Job description

Work Schedule

100% FTE, 40 hours/week. 8‑hour day shifts. Shifts are scheduled Monday through Friday, occasional weekend coverage. Hours may vary based on the operational needs of the department.

About the Role

Supervisor, Occupational and Physical Therapy – bringing leadership experience to Wisconsin’s #1 hospital.

We are seeking a Supervisor, Occupational and Physical Therapy to:

• Provide team‑based leadership for occupational and physical therapy staff.
• Manage long‑range planning for staffing levels, including recruitment and retention efforts.
• Develop and manage the therapy team’s programs, procedures, and protocols.
• Provide remarkable patient care as outlined in the clinician position description as an occupational or physical therapist.

Benefits

• An excellent benefits package, including health and dental insurance, paid time off, retirement plans, two‑week paid parental leave, and adoption assistance.
• Options for a variety of schedules and shifts that offer flexibility and allow for work‑life balance.
• Access to great resources through the UW Health Employee Wellbeing Department that supports emotional, financial, and physical well‑being.
• Tuition benefits eligibility – UW Health invests in professional growth by paying for coursework associated with career advancement.
• The opportunity to earn a referral bonus for referring friends, former colleagues, or others to apply for open, posted positions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Therapy or Physical Therapy – Required.
• Master’s Degree in a related clinical field or in business/health‑care administration – Preferred.
• Doctorate Degree in a related clinical field or in business/health‑care administration – Preferred.

Work Experience

• 3 years of professional experience as an OT or PT – Required.
• Previous therapy leadership experience – Preferred.

Licenses & Certifications

• Licensure as an Occupational Therapist in the State of Wisconsin – Required.
• Licensure as a Physical Therapist in the State of Wisconsin – Required.
• Certification in Healthcare Provider Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation and Automatic External Defibrillator – Required.

Our Commitment to Social Impact and Belonging

UW Health is committed to fostering a workplace that creates belonging for everyone and is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Our respect for people shines through 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. It is the policy of UW Health to provide equal opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

East Madison Hospital

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.