Physical Therapist - Orthopedic
- BLS
How this pay compares
This posting states $40.16–$60.24 an hour. Open physical therapist jobs in Wisconsin post a median of $51.38 an hour, the middle half $48.37–$51.38, across 47 jobs that state their pay, so this one is within the middle half of what they post. Physical therapists employed in Wisconsin earn a median of $48.96 an hour (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics).
Workplace injuries
UW Health Rehabilitation Hospital in Madison reported 7 work injuries and illnesses to OSHA for 2025 over 231,255 hours worked: 6.1 per 100 full-time workers, against 4.5 per 100 full-time workers at specialty hospitalsnationwide. With its hours, the best estimate leaning on similar sites is 5.7 per 100 full-time workers. None describe violence by a patient, resident or client in the case's own words. This is the employer's own report. Workplace injuries by employer.
Licensed in another state?
Wisconsin issues and accepts PT Compact privileges: a physical therapist or PT assistant whose home state is a member can take this job on a compact privilege instead of a Wisconsin license, $113 for a PT. (PT Compact Commission, 9 Nov 2026.) For a Wisconsin license, apply to the Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services, Physical Therapy Examining Board for a license by endorsement ($68, by its own page): what Wisconsin asks. Every state's PT Compact status.
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About the job
Work Schedule:
1.0 FTE, full-time, day shift position. Weekly schedule will be Monday-Friday, between the hours of 7am-6:30pm. Hours could vary based on the operational needs of the department. You will work at our Science Drive Medical Center at 621 Science Dr, Madison, WI.
Be part of something remarkable
Find a fulfilling career helping patients improve their physical function and fitness.
We are seeking a Physical Therapist -Orthopedics to
- Treat general orthopedic/spine patients of all ages and guide patients through appropriate individualized rehabilitation programs to meet the goals and objectives of their plan of care.
- Provide consultative and rehabilitative treatment services to patients.
- Work collaboratively with the interdisciplinary team to create comprehensive evidence-based treatment plans to maximize functional outcomes and plan of care.
- Seek continual learning opportunities to advance one’s own practice and educate others
- Work within a large, dynamic rehabilitation team to continually provide exceptional patient and family centered care.
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
Work Experience
- 2 years of prior relevant experience Preferred
Licenses & Certifications
- 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.
UW Health Science Drive Medical Center - on Madison’s west side, is an 84,000-square foot facility housing physician and rehabilitation professionals in Cardiology, Integrative Medicine, Orthopedics, Radiology, Spine and Sports Medicine. Our Fitness Center provides a resource for both working with patients while under our care and providing education after discharge. This environment creates many opportunities for face-to-face collaboration in the care of our patients.
Job Description
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From UW Health's job posting, checked 9 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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About UW Health
UW Health is the academic health system of the University of Wisconsin-Madison, with University Hospital, American Family Children's Hospital and other hospitals in Wisconsin and northern Illinois, more than 105 (source: UW Health, About Us) outpatient locations, and physicians who teach at the UW School of Medicine and Public Health. Source: UW Health, About Us
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