Physical Therapist 3 - Stadium Clinic

University of Washington•Seattle, WA

11d•Onsite

About The Position

The UW Medical Center-Montlake – Sports Medicine Center has an outstanding opportunity for a Physical Therapist 3 within the Stadium Clinic. This individual will be responsible for the evaluation, planning, directing, and administering of physical therapy evaluations and interventions for patients with complex medical diagnoses and/or difficult social situations. They will administer treatments and physical agents to restore function and prevent further disability following injury, disease, or physical disability.

Requirements

A Bachelor’s degree from a recognized school of physical therapy or completion of a Physical Therapy program AND at least two years of relevant experience as a Physical Therapist.
Equivalent education/experience.
Minimum 3-5 years of Physical Therapy experience
Current WA State license to practice as a Physical Therapist

Nice To Haves

1-2 years of Sports Medicine experience

Responsibilities

Manage/instruct and mentor a full or part time student including identifying the student’s learning style, setting weekly goals in collaboration with the student and progressing the clinical education at an appropriate level.
Completes all appropriate documentation (i.e. CPI).
Coordinates and directs patient care to ensure patients’ needs are met and hospital policy is followed.
Consults other departments as appropriate to collaborate in patient care and performance improvement activities.
Communicates appropriately and clearly to physicians, staff and administrative team.
Directs and delegates appropriately Physical Therapist Assistants, Physical Therapy Aides, student assistants, Medical Assistants and volunteers.
Provides evaluation of coworkers including interviewing, hiring, evaluating and termination.
Maintains records pertinent to personnel and operation of the department.
Manages caseload independently, asks for help as workload/census varies and volunteers available time to other clinicians.
Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors.
Follows hospital and department policies and procedures related to infection control, personal and patient safety.
Manages and operates equipment safely and correctly.
Maintains department cleanliness and safety.
Maintains personal work area in a clean and orderly fashion.