UW Health
Physical Therapist - Acute Care Float, Adult and Pediatrics
1675 Highland Ave, Madison, WI 53792
600 Highland Ave, Madison, WI 53792
4602 Eastpark Blvd, Madison, WI 53718
On-site
First seen by offpeak October 4, 2026
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Work Schedule:
100% FTE, 40 hours/week. Shifts scheduled Monday through Friday between the hours of 7:00 AM – 5:30 PM with weekend rotation. Hours may vary based on the operational needs of the department.
Pay:
Additional components of compensation may include:
- Weekend differential
- Float differential
Be part of something remarkable.
Bring your passion for helping people to the #1 hospital in Wisconsin!
We are seeking a Physical Therapist (PT) with acute care experience to:
- Provide consultative and rehabilitative treatment services to complex patients admitted to American Family Children’s Hospital, East Madison Hospital, and University Hospital in acute care settings.
- Work collaboratively with the interdisciplinary team to create comprehensive evidence-based treatment plans to maximize functional outcomes and discharge plans.
- Work within the context of patient- and family- centered care in a primary and specialty care academic medical center.
- Seek continual learning opportunities to advance one’s own practice and educate others.
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
- Bachelor's Degree in Physical Therapy Required
- 2 years of prior relevant experience Preferred
- Licensure as a Physical Therapist in the State of Wisconsin Upon Hire Required
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 3 months 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 (EEO) 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.
Job Description
UW Hospital and Clinics benefits
University Hospital in Madison is a Magnet®-designated facility that’s ranked Wisconsin’s #1 hospital and considered one of the nation's leading hospitals, teaching institutions and referral centers.
American Family Children’s Hospital in Madison, Wisconsin—also a Magnet®-designated facility—provides specialized care in a healing environment designed especially for pediatric patients and their families. American Family Children’s Hospital is a comprehensive pediatric medical and surgical center, with nationally recognized pediatric specialists in a wide range of fields. It is also home to our Level One Pediatric Trauma Center and Level IV NICU, which cares for the tiniest patients throughout Wisconsin and beyond.
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.