Physical Therapist (Float)
About The Position
The Physical Therapist (Float) works at UW Health’s 9th St. Clinic, 209 9th St. The role is 100% FTE, with hours varying between 6:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. on eight-hour weekdays, Monday through Friday. The schedule also includes one weekend day (Saturday or Sunday) every four weeks, with a flex day, and one assigned holiday per year. The position may be eligible for a sign-on bonus of up to $20,000. Additional compensation may include evening, night, and weekend shift differentials, overtime, and on-call pay. The role requires graduation from an accredited Physical Therapy program or a foreign equivalent recognized by the State of Illinois Department of Professional Regulation. The physical therapist must maintain current Illinois licensure as required by department policy and provide evidence of licensure or authorization to test at employment. Basic Life Support/CPR certification is required. The employee must participate in ongoing educational programs and complete mandatory continuing education units. No minimum work experience is required. UW Health describes its workplace commitment as fostering belonging and equal opportunity for qualified applicants.
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program, or a foreign equivalent as determined by the State of Illinois Department of Professional Regulation.
- Participate in educational programs on an ongoing basis and complete mandatory CEUs.
- Hold a current license from the State of Illinois per department policy; provide acceptable evidence of licensure or authorization to test at the time of employment.
- Hold Basic Life Support/CPR certification.
- No minimum work experience required.
Responsibilities
- Participate in ongoing educational programs and complete mandatory continuing education units.
Benefits
- Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits package including PTO, medical, dental, vision, retirement, short- and long-term disability, paternity leave, adoption assistance, and tuition assistance.
- Annual wellness reimbursement.
- Opportunity for on-site day care through UW Health Kids.
- Tuition reimbursement for career advancement, including fully funded programs.
- Career growth opportunities to support professional development.
- Strong shared governance structure.
- Commitment to employee voice.
- Potential sign-on bonus of up to $20,000.
- Evening, night, and weekend shift differential, overtime, and on-call pay may be available.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
