Orthopedic Physical Therapy Resident

Work Schedule :

100% FTE, 40 hours per week.

8 or 10-hour shifts scheduled Monday through Friday between the hours of 7:00 AM - 6:30 PM.

Hours may vary based on clinical rotation.

Be part of something remarkable

Start your career in physical therapy at UW Health.

We are seeking an Orthopedic Physical Therapy Resident to:


* Attend and participate in didactic education designed to advance clinical reasoning and pattern recognition in orthopedic physical therapy.


* Challenge your own and fellow residents' clinical decision making through constructive feedback in didactic units and case presentations.


* Form alliances with patients and their families with the common goal of optimizing function following acute and chronic episodes of pain and dysfunction as well as surgeries.


* Collaborate with other providers in coordinating patient and family care across multiple services.


* Serve as instructional assistant for the University of Wisconsin - Madison - Doctor of Physical Therapy orthopedic courses.

At UW Health, you will have :


* 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 your emotional, financial, and physical well-being.


* Tuition benefits eligibility - UW Health invests in your professional growth by helping pay 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


* Graduate of an accredited, entry-level degree program (Baccalaureate or higher) in Physical Therapy is required.

Required

Work Experience

Licenses & Certifications


* Licensure as a Physical Therapist in the State of Wisconsin is required.

Required


* Certification in Healthcare Provider Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation and Automatic External Defibrillator is required.

Required

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